Join Bonneville County Fire District #1

Full-Time Fire Lieutenant Recruitment

Bonneville County Fire District #1 is currently accepting applications for one (1) Full-Time Fire Lieutenant position.

We are seeking a motivated fire service professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and serve in a leadership role within our department. The Lieutenant plays an important role in supervising personnel, responding to emergencies, protecting our community, and promoting a strong culture of safety, professionalism, and teamwork.

Serve with Purpose. Train with Excellence. Grow with Us.

 

Benefits & Highlights

  • Competitive salary
  • Low-cost health insurance with significant employer contribution
  • Paid parental leave
  • PERSI retirement benefits
  • IAFF/PFFI Union representation
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunities for specialized training, including wildland firefighting and technical rescue
  • Modern apparatus, equipment, and protective clothing provided
  • Supportive team culture focused on safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Current state-issued driver's license
  • IFSAC Firefighter I Certification
  • IFSAC Firefighter II Certification (required within 6 months of hire)
  • Driver Operator Certification

Preferred Qualifications

The following certifications are preferred at the time of hire:

  • Class B CDL Driver's License
  • National Registry EMT Basic (NREMT)
  • 3 to 5 Years of firefighting experience

 

NOTE: The minimum requirements and preferred qualifications listed above are intended as hiring guidelines. Candidates who do not meet every listed qualification are still encouraged to apply. Final hiring decisions, including consideration of equivalent training, experience, or qualifications, are at the discretion of the Fire Chief. 

Position Summary

The principal function of a Fire Lieutenant is to supervise Firefighters and protect the community from disaster situations while providing firefighting and other emergency response services.

Lieutenants participate in a wide range of department operations, including:

  • Fire suppression
  • Emergency response
  • Rescue operations
  • Fire prevention and inspections
  • Training involving fire suppression, prevention, inspection, rescue, and emergency operations
  • Equipment and station maintenance
  • Promoting public safety within the emergency response area
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

The Fire Lieutenant works under the supervision of a Chief Officer and may be called upon to perform the duties of other Fire Department personnel as assigned.

This position requires sound judgment, leadership, teamwork, and the ability to perform effectively in a work environment where employees may be exposed to potential personal danger

For more information, call (208) 612-4071.

Application Process

Applications for the Fire Lieutenant position are accepted only during open recruitment periods.

Current Recruitment

Application Deadline: Friday, September 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM

Completed applications (application form below) may be:

Delivered in person to:

Bonneville County Fire District #1
2137 S. Ammon Road
Ammon, ID 83406

OR

Emailed to: Ashlee Meyer

[email protected]

NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be considered, please be sure to fill out the application completely. 

BCFD1 Employment Application Form

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