We Are Hiring!
We Are Hiring!
West Metro Fire-Rescue District is hiring this Fall 2024! Please see below for timeline and details!
Feel free to print and manually fill out and drop off with Chief Nelson at West Metro Station 3
4251 Xylon Ave N, New Hope MN 55428
🪓Meet Some the Team🪓
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William Leaf
West Metro Lieutenant 11-Station 1
Theatre teacher by day, William brings a smile that you can’t take your eyes off of. With his 10 plus years of experience, only waffle making is above in skill, with firefighting coming in second.
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Steph Erven
Firefighter-Station 3
With a fearless attitude and open personality, Steph serves the community at a high level. She plays as THE hockey goalie and is a part of the inspections team for West Metro Fire, meaning she is all about prevention and stopping bad things from happening. Steph has 2 1/2 years with West Metro Fire.
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Dedric Payne
Firefighter-Station 2
Dedric has served at West Metro Fire for over 5 years. He works Full-Time at Maplewood Fire and loves serving his community here in New Hope and Crystal. Huge Timberwolves fan even though his jump shot is broken.
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Ryan Master
Firefighter-Station 3
Ryan comes from a background of physical fitness and gym ownership, allowing him to smoothly carry out the tasks of a firefighter from day 1. Ryan’s favorite part of being on West Metro is the ability to drive firetrucks that go WEEEEE WOOOOO! Over 5 years with West Metro Fire for Ryan.
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Olivia Brown
Firefighter-Station 3
Olivia works Full-Time for the city of Saint Paul. Dedicated and full of energy has allowed for her to serve the cities of New Hope and Crystal. Oliva also dual responds to Station 2 meaning if there is a fire call, you can count on Olivia to be there. She has been with West Metro for over 2 1/2 years.
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Elisha Wolfman
Firefighter-Station 2
Being a Packer fan, Elisha is already an asset to West Metro Fire. Working for the Department of Human Services by day, she has set her self up to always help those in need. Elisha has been with West Metro Fire for over 5 years.
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Sam Gerlach
Firefighter-Station 1
Sam has been with West Metro Fire for under 2 years. Dealing with commercial real estate by day and serving the community at night, Sam always has a learning attitude. Sam is also part of the most elite club at West Metro Fire: Stache Squad.
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Lucas Pitra
Firefighter-Station 1
Lucas has been with West Metro Fire for under 2 years and only applied because he saw a sign that said “NOW HIRING” while he was on bike ride. His long life dream was to become a firefighter and has now fulfilled it. It might be a rumor but some say he makes better cookies than the mouse from the “If you give a mouse a cookie” book.
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Shelby Wolf
Fire Marshal-Station 3
Shelby has been with West Metro Fire for over 20 years and is a massive reason why our fire number have gone down. Safety and enforcing code are just half of what Shelby does for the community. Education in schools and businesses is why the people love Shelby. Shelby’s only weakness: Red Mexican hot sauce.
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Jon Tate
Battalion Chief 6
Jon has been with West Metro Fire since 1990. You wouldn’t believe it with his smile as he doesn’t look a day over 35, but it is true. One of the most personable people you will ever meet, Jon serves New Hope and Crystal like family.
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Stache Squad
Most Elite Group at West Metro Fire. The mustaches don’t have to be real to join, just have to be willing to take a photo with the group with a moustache. This group prides itself on waking up every morning and maintaining the stache. Submit an application and join the Stache Squad today!
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Dennis Marquardt
West Metro Captain 7
7 years for Captain 7. Dennis is always the first one to help any firefighter train more to serve the community at a high level. As a commercial construction manager, he has very little time, and he decides to give that time to the people of New Hope and Crystal.
Important Upcoming Events
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West Metro Fire Open House🚒
7/30 5-8 PM
Everyone is invited to join us and meet your local firefighters! Skill station for kids, food trucks for an easy dinner, and a live fire demonstration! All info for our hiring process will be at our booth!
West Metro Station 3
4251 Xylon Ave N, New Hope, MN 55428
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Informational BBQ🍖
8/28 6-8 PM
Attendance is not mandatory but highly recommended with tons of info and food. We want you and your family to come enjoy the possibility of becoming a part of the West Metro Fire family. All questions will be answered and this session will give a great insider view of what it would really mean to serve your community at a high level. If you cannot make this session, please let Chief Joel Nelson know. jnelson@westmetrofire.com
West Metro Station 3
4251 Xylon Ave N, New Hope, MN 55428
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Applications Due!📎
9/4 End of Day
Whether it is a paper copy or an electronic copy, do not forget to submit your applications to becoming a paid, on-call firefighter with West Metro Fire! All applications can be dropped off with Chief Nelson at West Metro Station 3 or emailed to jnelson@westmetrofire.com. Once an application is received, more info will be emailed to you.
West Metro Station 3
4251 Xylon Ave N, New Hope, MN 55428
“This is the best part-time job you will ever have. These people are not only my co-workers but my brothers and sisters who respond to keep this community safe. ” -Captain Eric Grimes🧑🚒
“Most people run away from emergencies, and here I have found myself more confident in general life to handle adversity from what I have learned and experienced at West Metro.” -Eri Gonzalez-Station 3 Firefighter🧑🚒
“Being a firefighter is one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. I wish I could have stayed for another 30 years.” -Jim Wallace-30 year Retiree🧑🚒
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💸Wage and Pension💸
At West Metro Fire-Rescue District, you will be paid for all your time being trained and calls you respond to. We understand the amount of time that is taken away from family and from work and in exchange, an hourly pay is given to those who serve their community as a West Metro Firefighter. A yearly pension is also given to our firefighters when good time is met. Other details and questions can be directed to Chief Nelson. jnelson@westmetrofire.com
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💪Physical Ability Needed💪
Chicago Fire, 911, Seattle FD. These are all shows that are great to watch but don't accurately depict what a West Metro Firefighter does on a weekly basis. We believe in the concept of working as a team, therefore no one person needs to carry all the weight themselves. Literally and figuratively. We need people who are mentally and physically capable of handling this job, but we don't need a Hercules. Tacoma FD is the more accurate show to watch if you wanted a depiction of who we are and what we need you to do. There is a agility test that needs to be done before hiring and we will have a video attached soon so you can get the idea of what that looks like.
🔥Hiring Timeline🔥
June 1st-January 18th
Hiring timeline shows as follows>>>
(Subject to change)
Minimum requirements:
18 years old
Must live within 6 minutes of 1 of the 3 fire stations
Valid Drivers License
High School Diploma or equivalent
Positive attitude
Desire to help
Team oriented
Not Mandatory but Info BBQ is highly recommended
FAQs-Hiring Process
(We are in the process of asking our current Firefighters what they would wish they knew when they applied. STAY TUNED for updates!)
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.