You don't need any previous experience in order to become a member of the Centennial Fire District. The Centennial Fire District will provide all required training. You are required to be within 8 minutes of one of our stations.

We will pay for all of the required certifications needed which include EMT, Fire Fighter I, Fire Fighter II and Hazmat Operations.

Pension is provided by the Relief Association. Vesting starts at 10 years (60%) vested and fully vested after 20 years (100%). The current pension is $7,500 annually.

Being Nationally Certified EMT's, we are often called upon to provide staffing for local sporting events such as High School Hockey and Lacrosse Games. The current hourly rate for EMT staffing events is $20.

Once you obtain your EMT certification the rate is $10.25/hr., after you complete the Anoka County Fire Academy your rate increases to $11.25/hr., after you complete your 2 year probation period, your rate increases to $12.25/hr., and after 5 years of service, you rate will increase to $13.25/hr., which is the current max.

The Centennial Fire District prides itself in community involvement. There are parades, school field trips, open house events, Night to Unite, and so much more.

The Centennial Fire District provides services to our neighbors as well. You will have the oppurtunity to meet other firefighters from surroundings cities and departments.

Fire Districts and Departments across the United States are often the robust foundation to the cities and communities in which they serve. We respond on people's best days and worst days with professionalism.