FIRE DEPARTMENT

Welcome to the City of Linden’s Fire Department. Below you will find information regarding fire safety and helpful links! Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. Remember, if you have an EMERGENCY, CALL 911!

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Job Applications

The City of Linden Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of probationary paid on-call firefighters (volunteer), especially those that are available during the daytime hours. If you are looking for a way to give back to your community and experience the rewards of hard work and a great team atmosphere, please submit an application to the Fire Department.

The Linden Fire Department is made up of paid, on-call volunteers who are residents of our local community. Many of us are your neighbors, co-workers, or friends. Linden's firefighters do not live at the fire station or spend all day working a shift at the fire station. We are a group of men and women who have everyday jobs, but are ready to go at any time that a call comes in.

We might be builders, landscapers, farmers, business owners, stay-at-home parents, or even retirees; but when the call comes we become part of a dedicated team ready to face any emergency. We may be volunteers, but we are trained and capable people on the front line saving lives and property.

Minimum qualifications for the position of probationary paid on-call firefighters include:

• Live in or near the City of Linden's Fire Department service area.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must provide proof of High School Graduation or G.E.D.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of a firefighter.
• Must pass a physical exam and drug screen.
• Must be able to pass a physical agility test.
• Must have a valid driver's license. A valid Michigan driver's license is required for initial employment and must be maintained while an employee.
• A satisfactory background check conducted for criminal record, driving record, and personal history.
• Must possess and/or be able to acquire firefighter certification as mandated by the State of Michigan Fire Fighters Training Council.
• Upon completion of all probationary requirements and a successful job evaluation, probationary firefighters will be eligible for promotion to the position of paid on-call firefighter.

Applications for the Fire Department can be found here or at City Hall during business hours: Application for Firefighters

Need a Burn Permit?

Burn Permits are valid for one calendar year and the cost is $10.00. Upon receiving your completed Burn Permit Application and applicable fee, the Fire Chief will come out and inspect the burn area for hazards and issue approval.

View rules here: Burn Permit Rules

Complete a Burn Permit Application here: Burn Permit

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