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County of Ford

Firefighter/EMT

Dodge City, KS · On-site

Firefighter I rating must be obtained within one year of employment. Skills: Strong grammatical skill and knowledge of medical terminology in verbal and written methods. Possess or successfully ...

County of Riley

Volunteer Firefighter

Manhattan, KS · On-site

Firefighter I, II * EMT/EMR * Hazardous Materials * CPR/AED Skills : * Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions using ...

Riley County, KS

Volunteer Firefighter

Manhattan, KS

Firefighter I, II * EMT/EMR * Hazardous Materials * CPR/AED Skills : * Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions using ...

Riley County

Volunteer Firefighter

Manhattan, KS · On-site

Firefighter I, II * EMT/EMR * Hazardous Materials * CPR/AED Skills : * Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions using ...

City of Salina, KS

Firefighter / EMT

Salina, KS · On-site

$49K - $52K/yr

... I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness and Hazmat Operations, or obtain within one (1) year from start date of employment. Starting Pay DOQ EOE: • $49,878-52,416/yr. Paid Time Off: • 67.2 hours of ...

City Of Salina

Firefighter / Paramedic

Salina, KS · On-site

$57K - $60K/yr

... I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness & Hazmat Operations, or obtain within one (1) year from start date of employment. Work Type: • Very heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and ...

City of Salina, KS

Firefighter / Paramedic

Salina, KS · On-site

$57K - $60K/yr

... I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness & Hazmat Operations, or obtain within one (1) year from start date of employment. Work Type: • Very heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for firefighter i in Kansas is $53,160.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,600.00 and $61,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Firefighter I vs Firefighter II?

AspectFirefighter IFirefighter II
CertificationsBasic firefighter certification, often required for entry-level rolesAdvanced training, including specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentInitial response to fires, rescue, and emergency scenesMore complex incidents, training, and supervisory tasks
Employer UsageEntry-level firefighters in municipal and volunteer fire departmentsExperienced firefighters with additional skills and responsibilities

Firefighter I is an entry-level position requiring basic certification and involves initial emergency response duties. Firefighter II builds on this foundation with advanced training, enabling firefighters to handle more complex incidents and assume supervisory roles. The progression from Firefighter I to Firefighter II reflects increased skills, responsibilities, and qualifications within the firefighting profession.

What does firefighter I do?

A Firefighter I is an entry-level firefighter responsible for responding to fires, medical emergencies, and other incidents. They perform tasks such as operating firefighting equipment, rescuing victims, and maintaining safety protocols, often working in teams and requiring certification in firefighting techniques and safety procedures.

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Firefighter I or II

Garden City, KS • On-site

City of Garden City, KS
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$48K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Salary: $48,776.00 - $68,806.40 Annually
Location : Garden City, KS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00602
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 01/02/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
This position with the Garden City Fire Department responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls, trains with and operates firefighting equipment, participates in fire prevention programs, fire suppression activities, public education, hazardous materials, station maintenance, and training activities. Receives direction from and reports to a Company Officer or Acting Company Officer, Lieutenant, Battalion Chief or Acting Battalion Chief, Fire Marshal, or the Fire Chief.
Note: Part-time or volunteer positions are also available.
***The GCFD Recruitment/Hiring Team will review applications the last Friday of each month.
Examples of Duties
Firefighter I
  • Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fires, including rescues, entry and ventilation salvage work, Haz-Mat, and other customer service calls.
  • Operates equipment as required.
  • Performs cleanup and overhaul work, checks equipment for ready to respond status.
  • Assists in maintaining fire apparatus, equipment, fire stations and grounds.
  • Assists in fire investigation as required.
  • Participates in continued training and instruction programs by individual study of technical matters, attends scheduled drills and classes relating to firefighting techniques, hazardous materials, first aid and emergency medical treatment.
  • Tests hose; performs hydrant inspections and tests.
  • Participates in company fire inspections, public education function.
  • Performs other related work as required or assigned.
  • In absence of supervisor, may be assigned responsibilities on an out-of-class basis.
Firefighter II
  • Responds to alarms and emergency incidents and public service calls.
  • Drives apparatus and related equipment, operates fire apparatus and assists crews on scene with their duties when needed.
  • Performs cleaning and mechanical work to prepare apparatus in a ready to respond status.
  • Assists in maintaining apparatus, equipment, and fire department buildings and grounds.
  • May participate in fire investigation, continuing education, and advanced training programs and drills.
  • Performs fire company inspections for fire prevention and pre-fire planning.
  • Participates in periodic testing of pumps, hydrants, hose, ladders and other apparatus and equipment.
  • Assists in the training of new firefighters in fire suppression, equipment operation, etc.
  • Conducts fire prevention and public education programs.

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Firefighter I - Ability to operate large and heavy automotive equipment. Ability and physical strength to work under pressure in emergency situations and maintain good physical condition. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with city employees, officials and the general public.
Firefighter II - Knowledge of hydraulics, pump pressures and hose layout requirement. Knowledge of street patterns and the physical layout of the City. Ability to operate large and heavy automotive equipment. Ability and physical strength to work under pressure in emergency situations and maintain good physical condition. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with city employees, officials and the general public. Ability to use Microsoft word, outlook or related programs.
Education, Certification and Experience:
Firefighter I
  • Firefighter I certification
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Fire Science Degree or closely related field preferred
  • Valid Class B driver's license within one year of employment
Firefighter II
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Preferred candidate will have or be pursuing an Associate's Degree in Fire Science or closely related field
  • Minimum of three years firefighting experience of which two years must be full time paid firefighting
  • Licenses and Certifications:
    • Valid State of Kansas Non-Commercial Class B License
    • Firefighter I and II and Driver/Operator certifications
  • National Incident Management System 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications

Supplemental Information
Equipment/Tools Used: Various Motor Vehicles, rescue tools, Computer, SCBA Compressor, Fire Apparatus, Ladders, Fire Equipment, Medical Equipment, Radio, Protective Gear, Breathing Apparatus, Saws, Generators & Fans, HAZMAT Equipment, General Office Equipment
Physical Characteristics: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, talk, read or hear; use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed primarily in the office, vehicle, and outdoor settings. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. The employee is often exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high noise level and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, blood-borne pathogens and vibration.
The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include:
  • Health/Dental Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Eligibility to sign-up for supplemental insurances such as:
    • Voluntary Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Accident
    • Hospital Indemnity
    • Critical Illness
    • Identity Protection
  • Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) Retirement
  • Paid Leave:
    • Vacation
    • Sick
    • Personal
    • Wellness
    • P/T Education Conference, Bereavement, FMLA, Military, Jury Duty, Voting
  • Employee Recognition Plan
    • Years of Service Bonuses
    • Performance Evaluations
  • Wellness Program
    • Grow Well Clinic Access available
  • Employee Assistance Program

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