Firefighter Paramedic

Under basic supervision of a company officer, acting company officer, or higher-ranking officer, functions as a team member during response to emergency incidents; performs skilled work in emergency response, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and fire education and prevention; participates in response to emergency situations and incidents including emergency mitigation and patient care.

Essential Functions: Responds to emergency alarms and calls for service, and performs fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical duties as required to control emergency incidents; relays orders, instructions and information on emergency actions, and follows orders under stressful conditions. Performs assigned duties within scope of authority and training, and according to Department policies and procedures; duties may vary according to job assignment and skill level. Establishes safe medical treatment area for the assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transportation of patients according to Department medical protocol and level of emergency medical certification. Participates in classes, drills, and training to maintain and upgrade current physical fitness, firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical skills; maintains Department records and work logs. Inspects, cleans, and maintains personal protective equipment, and verifies that all emergency response equipment is in a proper state of readiness and available for immediate use. Inspects and maintains Department facilities, vehicles, equipment, apparatus, tools, medical inventory, hydrants, and infrastructure; inspects, tests, evaluates, and repairs equipment after use; performs minor repairs on apparatus, equipment and facilities; notifies supervisors of maintenance problems beyond the scope of authority or skills. Maintains fire station living quarters and grounds in clean and orderly condition. Provides fire safety and prevention training to schools and to other community groups. Continuously updates knowledge of City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, building locations, and special hazards of designated facilities. Fills the roll of Fire Equipment Operator when assigned. Attends training programs to continuously update work skills and knowledge. May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events. Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Schedule: 48/96

Competitive compensation package and excellent benefits options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and their dependents that will begin from date of hire. Medical premiums are as low as $0.00 per paycheck for employee only coverage and dental premiums are covered at 100% for employee only coverage. Addison participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7% employee contribution with 14% Town contribution at retirement. Fully vested after 5 years. Optional deferred compensation 457 Plan with 2/3 Town matching contribution, up to 4% after new hire trial period. Tuition reimbursement program at 50% of tuition cost.

Requirements: Minimum 30 college credit hours from accredited university OR 2 years full-time paid Firefighter/Paramedic experience; Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic certification or license; Basic Firefighter certification from Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP); valid Class B Texas Driver's License; clear criminal background check; pre-employment drug screen

Salary: $84,372.93 - $104,361.89 Annually