Fire Technician

Why Minnetonka?

Supportive culture • Work-life fit• Well-being • Employee-focused • Make a difference

Our greatest asset are our people. City of Minnetonka employees work together to drive change and make a meaningful impact on the community. We support one another in our personal and professional lives. You can expect to make a difference because in Minnetonka you and your work matter. ## Job Description The Firefighter Technician is primarily responsible for protecting life and property through rapid, effective emergency response, rescue, and firefighting operations. Operating on a 24-hour shift schedule, this role combines emergency response duties with the inspection, maintenance, and management of department assets as well as participation in community outreach programs and events. ## Duties/Responsibilities - Responds to emergency calls quickly, safely and with the proper protective equipment to provide fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials, and emergency medical assistance to the public.  - Maintains and operates fire department apparatus, equipment and facilities in a constant state of readiness for all divisions of the fire department. - May be assigned to a 24-hour shift schedule as a Firefighter or Driver/Operator (56-hour work week/2912 annual hours). - May be assigned to a secondary schedule as a 40-hour Technician (40-hour week/2080 annual hours). - Is assigned to or supplements duty crew shifts as needed. - Ensures adherence to department policies, procedures and safety practices. - Participates in training sessions to maintain and upgrade fire, rescue, and medical skills. - Organizes, schedules, and maintains accurate and complete records of all inspection and maintenance activities including those performed by the public works department and/or outside vendors. - Recommends policy and procedure changes to enhance apparatus and equipment performance. - Organizes, schedules, and performs periodic maintenance on fire apparatus, equipment and facilities including factory-authorized work on self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). - Coordinates all inspection and maintenance activities performed by outside vendors. - Assist firefighters with cleaning and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE). - Assists with fleet management during annual testing of pumps, ladders and hose. - Provides support to fire prevention activities such as attendance and participation in outreach programs, life safety education, and set up and maintenance of displays. - Performs snow removal, housekeeping, and grounds maintenance at fire stations. - Performs other duties as assigned. ## Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

• A commitment to and belief in the organization's shared values.
• 18 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with no restrictions (other than corrective lenses).
• Current International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) Firefighter II certification by date of hire.
• Emergency Medical Technician certification or higher, with Minnesota Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) certification by date of hire.
• IFSAC or Pro Board Hazardous Materials Operations certification by date of hire.
• Valid Minnesota firefighter license in accordance with Minnesota Statute 299N.05 or secured certification by date of hire.
• Successful completion of a thorough background check.

• Successful completion of fire department-sponsored pre-membership physical examination, psychological test, pulmonary function test and physical agility test.

  Additional Information

  Compensation and Benefits:

• The City of Minnetonka is offering competitive compensation packages to the selected candidates.

• Annual Salary: The 2026 pay range is $31.03 - $37.05 hourly (56-hour work week/2912 hours annual) $43.44 - $51.87 hourly (40-hour work week/2080 hours annual), based on the current labor contract. *
• Employee and Family Healthcare: The City of Minnetonka is proud to provide a compensative healthcare package. Additional health and dental information are available upon request. Voluntary benefits, including disability and flexible healthcare spending accounts, are also offered.
• Retirement: A retirement plan is provided by the City of Minnetonka through the Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA), police and fire program.
• Paid Leave: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay can be found in the applicable Labor Agreement.
• Education, Development and Training: Education, development, and training are encouraged by the Minnetonka Fire Department and outside opportunities may be available for employee funding through employee education compensation.

*2027 wages are undergoing current contract negotiation.

The Application Process:

Applications must be completed through Government Jobs online at www.minnetonkamn.gov and at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/minnetonka.

• Applications must be filled out completely and will be screened as they are received. 
• Incomplete applications will not be accepted. 
• Applicants not meeting the minimum requirements will be filtered out of the process. 
• Application information remains confidential until finalists are chosen, except where law prohibits.

• All dates listed are subject to change. Process Specifics

• Candidates who successfully meet all requirements will be contacted and invited to participate in the next steps of the process.

• Additional dates for process scheduling will be made after application.

• Applicants invited to participate in the initial assessment will be required to complete the following in one two-hour session:

• Eight (8) question fire technician exam (See Fire Technician Exam - Sample Questions 2026)

• Panel interview
• EMS skills scenario
• Applicants invited to participate in the next steps of the process will be required to schedule and complete a 3-hour ride along with on-shift personnel.
• Applicants invited to participate in the final steps of the process will be required to schedule a Chiefs’ Interview.

Process Schedule: November 22 - Application deadline closes November 23 - Interview time slots posted November 30 – Initial assessment week one and ride-along slots available December 7 – Initial assessment two and ride-along slots available December 14 – Week of Chiefs’ interviews December 18 – Conditional offers sent out

Onboarding Process Schedule January 6, 2027 – Muster date  Fingerprinting, Uniform/gear sizing Deadline for scheduling pre-employment screenings January 20 – Completed background packet is due March 26 – Start Date: Fire Academy Day One

40-hour weeks Monday - Friday 

Culmination Event and Badge Pinning 5:00PM June 3

Our Culture:

The City of Minnetonka is committed to welcoming all people, thereby fostering a sense of belonging and opportunity across our community and among our staff. We do not discriminate against job applicants, employees or any individual because of: race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Shared Values:

• Adaptable Learning & Innovation • Authentic Communication • Healthy Human Relationships 

• Contagious Enthusiasm • Outcome Focused Teamwork • Shared Success

Not Sure You Meet All the Qualifications?

If this role interests you, but you’re unsure about meeting all the listed requirements, we encourage you to apply! Your unique experiences may be more relevant than you think, and we value both technical skills and diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:

• Click “Apply” at the top of the page before the closing date.

  • Submit these documents via the online application system (no zip files or links):

• Resume

  • Cover Letter

  • Questions? Contact Human Resources at HR@minnetonkamn.gov.

Hiring Process:

• Open Job Posting:  Requisition is open and accepting applications.

  • Selection Process: Qualified applicants join a candidate pool. Hiring managers select candidates for interviews and/or assessments. You’ll be notified if selected.

  • Pre-Employment Screening: This may include a driver's license, a criminal history background check, a drug test, a physical exam, a work assessment or simulation, and, if education-based, proof of qualifications.

Contact Us:

For position-related questions, email Katie Xiong at Kxiong@minnetonkamn.gov.

Veteran’s Preference:

Veterans can request preference under MN Statute 197.455 by submitting a DD214 with their application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Minnetonka values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, public assistance status, or other protected classes.