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West Central Fire District Is Hiring Lateral Firefighters
WCFD is seeking experienced firefighters ready to bring their skills, professionalism, and pride to a district that values them.
If you’re a proven Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic looking for a district that respects your time, your training, and your career, West Central wants you.
Lateral Positions Open:
• Firefighter/EMT
• Firefighter/Paramedic
What We Offer Lateral Hires:
• 1-for-1 career service credit toward longevity & vacation
• Pension base: $84,263
• Annual uniform allowance: $1,000
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Indiana 77 Fund — District pays 3% of the employee share
• Longevity pay — maxes out at 20 years
Requirements:
• Eligible for the Indiana 77 Fund
• Firefighter I & II
• EMT certification (or higher within 1 year)
• Hazmat Operations
• NIMS 100, 700, 800
• CPAT not required for lateral transfers
Apply by February 2, 2026
Candidate applications can be found below.
Please send completed applications to cperez@wcfd.us or mail to 11321 Aboite Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.
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