Firefighter I
Department:Fire
Closes: 07-31-2026
Position details:
Under direct supervision of shift officers,
performs firefighting, fire prevention and operating duties; and does related work as
required.
(1) Responds to fire alarms, in full firefighting gear.
(2) Lays out and connects hoses.
(3) Holds nozzles and directs water streams.
(4) Raises and climbs ladders, uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines and other equipment.
(5) Removes persons from danger.
(6) Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water and cleaning up debris.
(7) Participates in fire drills and attends classes in firefighting, first aid, and related subjects.
(8) May assist in keeping records and filling out reports.
(9) Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property; cleans and washes walls, windows and floors.
(10) Makes minor repairs, washes, hangs and dries hose.
(11) Checks, washes, cleans and polishes apparatus and related equipment.
(12) On assignment, may participate in one of several trades in maintaining, remodeling, constructing, altering or repairing buildings, grounds, facilities and equipment.
(13) Checks fire hydrants on seasonal basis.
(14) Performs public relations functions for schools and other civic groups.
Requirements:
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid operator license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Ability to meet departmental
requirements.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
Grade 3
Building Maintenance/Grounds Seasonal Maintenance
Department:Building Maintenance / Grounds
Closes: 09-30-2026
Position details:
Seasonal Maintenance
Currently hiring Seasonal Maintenance Workers
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Starting pay: $12/hr
All application updates will be sent via email. Applicants should monitor their inbox and spam/junk folders for messages from the City of Richmond (DO_NOT_REPLY@richmondky.gov or DO_NOT_REPLY@richmond.ky.us). Interviews will be held throughout the season, and applications will remain on file until season’s end. Applicants not initially hired may be placed on a standby list and notified if positions are available
Requirements:
See Details
Job Type:
Seasonal
Salary:
$12.00/hr