Certified Firefighter

Brentwood Fire & Rescue is now accepting applications from candidates with Fire Fighter II and EMT certifications to join our team. Brentwood Fire and Rescue Department 48/96 Schedule

Annual starting pay, including the applicable EMS supplement:
Certified Fire Fighter II and EMT, with less than two years of paid structural firefighting experience:
EMT-B: $57,738
AEMT: $62,391
Paramedic: $68,078

Certified Fire Fighter II and EMT, with two or more years of paid structural firefighting experience:
EMT-B: $62,391
AEMT: $67,044
Paramedic: $72,731

5% salary increase after successful completion of 12-month probationary period. Plus: Transportation supplement of $500/year to be paid over 26 pay periods annually.

Testing and Interviews to be Held: Monday, November 9 – Tuesday, November 10, 2026

As a Brentwood Firefighter you will be responsible for preparing for and responding to fire, medical, and related emergency calls and providing general support within the Fire & Rescue Department. You'll be a part of an accredited and award-winning department that remains committed to providing the highest level of fire suppression, fire education, emergency medical, and technical rescue services to the Brentwood community.

Duties and Responsibilities
Responds to emergency calls for fire, medical, and other emergency situations.
Removes individuals from dangerous/hazardous situations.
Performs all activities necessary to suppress/extinguish fires.
Assesses emergency medical problems and performs prescribed treatment as outlined and authorized under Tennessee Emergency Medical Responder guidelines.
Performs code enforcement, pre-fire surveys and building inspections; issues burn permits; maintains hydrants; provides education to the public on fire safety/prevention; provides tours of fire station facilities.

Benefits
Transportation Supplement
Paid Holidays
Vacation
Sick Leave
Attendance Bonus
Longevity Bonus
Group Health & Life Insurance
Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and AD&D
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Retirement (Pension) Program
Deferred Compensation
Tuition Reimbursement Program
YMCA Membership
Williamson County REC Center Discounted Membership
Bank/Credit Union Membership
Library Membership
Employee Assistance Program

Requirements: 21+ years of age, 60 credit hours from regionally accredited college or university OR 30 credit hours with 2+ years paid structural firefighting experience, Fire Fighter II (IFSAC/ProBoard), EMT-B (TN/NREMT), successful completion of recognized fire academy or equivalent, valid driver's license

Salary: $57,738.56 - $72,731.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-30