Employment

The South Chicago Heights Fire Department is constantly seeking applicants for “paid-on-call” and part-time firefighter/EMT’s and Paramedics.  We review applications year-round for both of these positions.  The hiring process is as follows:

  1. Application
  2. Interview
  3. Background check
  4. Pre-employment physical
  5. Approval from the Fire Chief

Minimum Requirements:

  1. 18 years old
  2. US citizen
  3. High school diploma or equivalent
  4. Valid Driver’s License

If you are interested in helping your community, stop by the South Chicago Heights Fire Department at 185 W. Sauk Trail or you can download and email the application to the Fire Chief Chad Vlietstra @ cvlietstra@southchicagoheights.com

Click here for application