Firefighter EMT Intermediate (Certified)

Under general supervision, performs general emergency response work in firefighting, emergency rescue, and hazardous material response. Work involves performing fire suppression, emergency rescue and/or hazardous material containment or cleanup work in response to alarms, and operating associated equipment and apparatus; and training in the methods and techniques of emergency response operations and use of equipment and apparatus. Employee is also responsible for inspecting and maintaining equipment, performing fire inspections, and performing various maintenance and custodial duties at the assigned fire station. Reports to a Fire Lieutenant or Captain.

Essential Job Functions include: Responds to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, motor vehicle accidents, natural disasters, explosions, bomb threats, rescue operations, downed power lines, and other emergency situations. Maintains a state of readiness/preparation for emergency response; checks/maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire vehicles and in fire station; tests hoses/pumps on apparatus. Provides protection of life and property; suppresses, controls and extinguishes fires; performs search, rescue, extrication of victims, and forcible entries. Drives, operates, and monitors a variety of fire/emergency vehicles/apparatus as needed. Locates water supplies to fight fires; lays out, connects, and maneuvers fire hoses/nozzles; operates pumps and directs stream of water or chemicals onto fire. Administers first aid, artificial respiration, life support, advanced life support, or other level of medical care according to level of certification. Performs EMT-Intermediate functions; provides advanced emergency medical care to sick/injured persons. Inspects buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards, and compliance with fire prevention ordinances. Provides assistance to other public service agencies or outside organizations as appropriate. Operates or utilizes various emergency vehicles and emergency/medical equipment, tools and supplies. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, buildings, quarters, hydrants, apparatus, equipment and tools in operable condition. Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, fire incident reports, run reports, patient care reports. Maintains records, logs, and files of work activities. Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio. Creates/maintains positive public relations with the general public.

Benefits: Retirement vested after 5 years in defined benefit plan. Annual Leave Accruals for Fire - 96 Hours (1-59 months), 120 Hours (60-119 months), 144 Hours (120-179 months), 168 Hours (180-239 months), 192 Hours (240+ months). Sick Leave - Full Time employees earn 12 days per year. Personal Leave - 24 hours per calendar year. Health Insurance Coverage available. Life Insurance - City pays entire premium for coverage in amount of 2 times annual salary for natural death and 4 times annual salary for accidental death. FMLA - 12 weeks of job protected leave. Employee Assistance Program. Worker's Compensation. Pay Days on 15th and last working day of month. Credit Union available. Legal Services available.

Requirements: High school diploma or GED and successful completion of probationary period from certified Fire Fighter Recruit Academy or minimum 3 years firefighting and emergency response experience; Valid driver's license; Must hold or acquire by reciprocity: Firefighter II, HAZMAT operations, Class III EVOC, EMT-Intermediate; Current ACLS and PALS certifications; ITLS or PHTLS preferred; Authorized to operate as EMT-Intermediate; TEMS regional sanctioning certificate; Must complete department-provided mini academy and Driver Pump Operator certification within one year of start date

Salary: $62,209.00 - $95,468.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-11-09