Louisville Division of Fire
Firefighter Recruit
Salary & Benefits Overview
SALARY
Firefighter starting salary
$39,416 / year (18.95 / hour) during 6 month training $42,960 / year after training
SALARY PROGRESSION
There are contractual salary increases for the first 5 years, longevity pay after 3 years, and promotional opportunities after two years.
WORK SCHEDULE-
Firefighters work 24 hours on duty and then are off 48 hours on a continuous three day rotation.
PERSONAL BENEFITS:
• Being engaged in a rewarding career with the focus of assistance to the community.
• Working as a member of a team of dedicated professionals.
• Opportunities to expand your skills to specialized disciplines such as dive rescue, high angle (rope) rescue, structural collapse rescue, hazardous material response technician, and others.
• Ability to shape your own career through competitive testing for promotion and advancement.
OTHER BENEFITS INCLUDE:
• 20-year Pension
• Paid Vacation
• Health Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Deferred Compensation Savings Plan
• Life & Dependent Life Insurance
Louisville Metro Civil Service usually opens applications for the Louisville Division of Fire in the early summer. You can sign up at the link below to be notified by e-mail at the start of the application process.