Firefighter EMT or AEMT (Entry Level & Up Including Lateral Positions)

Firefighter EMT or AEMT

The Firefighter EMT or AEMT works under the direction of a Station Officer; performs multiple, complex and high-risk procedures and techniques in responding to fire and non-fire emergencies; emergency medical and life support care.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Responds to fire, accident, medical and other emergencies. Directs or performs emergency medical procedures and duties. Checks apparatus and maintains medic units. Carries raises and takes down ground ladders ranging from 12 to 45 feet; operates aerial ladders. Lays, charges and operates fire hose (line); collects, folds and re-loads hose on fire apparatus. Carries and throws tarps; operates portable pumps, saws; breeches walls, moves or removes furniture and obstacles. Climbs stairs and ladders carrying equipment such as forcible entry tools, protective gear, fire hose and Fire/EMS victims. Wears a respirator (SCBA) in order to safely perform firefighting operations, or perform rescue in a hazardous atmosphere; duties may require a Firefighter to wear an SCBA thirty (30) minutes to several hours at one time. Cuts or creates openings in structures to ventilate smoke/gases using power saw, ax or other tools. Searches premises and rescues (and removes) victims by carrying them down stairs or ladders; administers first aid to victims (includes starting IVs, placing victim on backboard, administering cardiac care). Sizes up motor vehicle accident scenes; operates extrication tools such as hydraulic jaws, ram, and cutters; dismantles vehicles to safely extricate victims. Performs equipment checks; pulls equipment out of compartments for cleaning and maintenance, maintains medical equipment and checks inventory of equipment and supplies; washes apparatus. Performs household duties at a fire station such as sweeping, mopping, power washing, lawn mowing. Inspects business/industrial and fire hydrant locations for compliance with fire codes. Educates the public on fire safety issues and rules; trains Paramedic students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or General Education Certificate (GED) equivalent. EMT Basic (EMTB) or Advanced EMT (AEMT). Firefighter II certification preferred. The required certification may not be substituted with other experience. Must possess a valid state driver's license and positive record (Driving records will be checked in all 50 states). Skills in applying advanced emergency life-saving medical care. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Be at least 18 years of age. Candidates must pass a comprehensive practical and written examination, be in physical condition to successfully pass a physical ability and strength test, be subject to a complete NFPA 1582 medical exam.

We offer a complete benefit package including affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance. $50,000 in life insurance paid for by the city, paid sick leave, vacation and holidays. We participate in the Utah Retirement System for a pension and offer a 3% match into a 401K.

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT POSTING. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED YEAR-ROUND, AND QUALIFIED CANDIDATES ARE PLACED IN AN APPLICANT POOL FOR FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES. WHEN A POSITION BECOMES AVAILABLE, WE WILL REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND CONTACT SELECTED CANDIDATES FOR THE NEXT STEPS. SPRING 2027 RECRUIT CAMP SELECTION: Review Cutoff Date: October 25, 2026. Applications submitted by October 25, 2026, will be considered for the Spring 2027 Recruit Camp. Submissions received after this date will remain in the pool for subsequent cycles.

Requirements: EMT or AEMT certification

Salary: $33.18 - $51.98 per hour

Application Deadline: Continuous