Firefighter

Firefighter

Salary

$61,734.00 Annually

Location

135 North Union Street, Petersburg, VA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1097

Department

Fire

Opening Date

07/10/2026

Closing Date

8/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Engage directly in firefighting, rescue, fire prevention, equipment operation and maintenance, fire station maintenance, community service, training activities and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) functions in the Fire Suppression Division; does related work as required.

An employee in this title will perform hazardous tasks under emergency conditions. Perform routine duties in the maintenance of fire stations, trucks, ambulances and other equipment, and the incumbent demonstrate excellent physical conditioning and aptitude for mechanical work. The employee trains to become familiar with modern firefighting, fire prevention, training and EMS methods and procedures and strictly adheres to departmental rules and regulations. The incumbent may be assigned to duties in Suppression Division to include EMS or Advanced Life Support patient care. The work is closely supervised and inspected.

Essential Functions

Duties include effectively responding to fire related and medical emergency situations to include:

• Responding to alarms, fires, EMS, and other emergencies for a diverse community while operating emergency apparatuses and various department vehicles.
• Operating all types of fire suppression, medical emergency, and other emergency equipment on the scene of an emergency.
• Removing persons from burning structures and other dangerous situations.
• Inspecting residential and commercial buildings for fire hazards.
• Participating in fire safety education and "Community Risk Reduction" (CRR) outreach initiatives.
• Participating in hazmat and pre-fire planning; performing hazardous materials mitigation activities.
• Performing general maintenance on fire station and equipment.
• Completing general forms and preparing regular reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age by the date the application process closes. There is no maximum age limit.
• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Requires a valid VA drivers license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire. (Please note: A candidates DMV record can have no more than 6 demerit points in one year. Additionally, a candidate with a DWI/DUI conviction within 3 years of the date of application or of the date of hire automatically disqualifies an applicant. Conviction of more than one DWI/DUI automatically disqualifies an applicant.)
• Good Driving Record Requirements consistent with the City of Petersburg's Administrative Regulation - Employee Driving Record:
• No prior experience or special certification required.

Additional Requirements

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:

The City of Petersburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City of Petersburg to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

For a summary of Benefits currently being offered by the City of Petersburg for Full-Time Employees Only, please click the following link: http://www.petersburgva.gov/index.aspx?NID=518

01

10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veterans widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?

• Yes
• No

02

5-point veterans must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52 - 7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid Drivers License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, or another state with reciprocity?

• Yes
• No

04

What is your highest level of education?

• High School diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate degree
• Bachelor degree
• Graduate degree or higher
• No degree

05

Are you a City of Petersburg employee?

• Yes, I am a City of Petersburg employee.
• No, I am not a City of Petersburg employee.

06

Do you possess a valid Drivers License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, or another state with reciprocity?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a City of Petersburg employee (full-time or part-time/temporary)?

• Yes, I am a City of Petersburg employee.
• No, I am not a City of Petersburg employee

08

Do you have working knowledge of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its applications?

• Yes, I do have the ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.
• No, I am unable to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Required Question

Employer City of Petersburg

Address 135 No. Union Street

Petersburg, Virginia, 23803

Phone 8047332381

Website http://www.petersburgva.gov