WELCOME TO THE
CENTENNIAL FIRE DISTRICT
PRIDE - HONOR - INTEGRITY - PROFESSIONALISM
Serving the cities of Centerville and Circle Pines since 1985
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~ WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING ~
The Centennial Fire District is a combination department consisting of full-time staff and paid on call members. We are currently seeking driven and goal orientated individuals to fulfill Paid On-Call Firefighter/EMT positions at both of our stations. These positions are focused towards nights and weekends but we will gladly add day time responders to our ranks. Read the additional information below to learn more. If you believe you have what it takes, fill out an application today!
No Experience Needed
You don't need any previous experience in order to become a member of the Centennial Fire District. The Centennial Fire District will provide all required training. You are required to be within 8 minutes of one of our stations.
Department Paid Certifications
We will pay for all of the required certifications needed which include EMT, Fire Fighter I, Fire Fighter II and Hazmat Operations.
Relief Association Pension
Pension is provided by the Relief Association. Vesting starts at 10 years (60%) vested and fully vested after 20 years (100%). The current pension is $7,500 annually.
EMT Event Staffing
Being Nationally Certified EMT's, we are often called upon to provide staffing for local sporting events such as High School Hockey and Lacrosse Games. The current hourly rate for EMT staffing events is $20.
Hourly Rate
Once you obtain your EMT certification the rate is $10.25/hr., after you complete the Anoka County Fire Academy your rate increases to $11.25/hr., after you complete your 2 year probation period, your rate increases to $12.25/hr., and after 5 years of service, you rate will increase to $13.25/hr., which is the current max.
Community Events
The Centennial Fire District prides itself in community involvement. There are parades, school field trips, open house events, Night to Unite, and so much more.
County Involvement
The Centennial Fire District provides services to our neighbors as well. You will have the oppurtunity to meet other firefighters from surroundings cities and departments.
Pillars of the Community
Fire Districts and Departments across the United States are often the robust foundation to the cities and communities in which they serve. We respond on people's best days and worst days with professionalism.