Firefighter/Certified - Paramedic

City of Milton; Milton; On-site; CAD 52,920 - 64,680; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Milton is seeking qualified individuals for the role of Firefighter/Certified - Paramedic. The role involves responding to emergencies, providing medical support, and undertaking fire suppression duties. Ideal candidates should be certified paramedics and have strong emergency response skills. This position offers a starting salary of $58,800 and requires dedication to protecting lives and property in the community.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in emergency services or as a firefighter is beneficial.
• Certification in paramedicine is required.
• Ability to work under high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and suppress fires.
• Aid individuals needing medical care and perform life support.
• Maintain department apparatus and equipment.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire suppression

Medical care

Search and rescue

Job description

The City of Milton has been crowned a “National Champion” for its above and beyond, positive transformation in promoting and earning citizens’ Trust in Government . This honor is based on the sentiments of citizens across the country. | READ MORE

• Salary/Pay Rate: Base salary starting at $58,800
• Posted Date: 04/02/2024 8:28 AM

The Milton Fire-Rescue Department consists of dozens of highly trained, well respected, professional all-career firefighters who respond to emergencies and perform other important services all around the city. It is accepting applications for excellent, qualified individuals to join this team – including as a Firefighter/Certified - Paramedic.

A Firefighter/Certified - Paramedic will respond to emergency calls to suppress fires as well as to aid people needing medical care. Their responsibilities include doing what they can to protect lives and properties in Milton, controlling and extinguishing fires, performing search and rescue, providing life support to sick and injured people, andmaintainingdepartment apparatus and equipment so that it’s fully ready at a moment’s notice.