Career Firefighter/EMT — Save Lives & Protect Property

Wea Township Fire Department; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERF 77 retirement plan

Full benefits package

Job summary

Wea Township Fire Department seeks a skilled Firefighter/EMT-B for a full-time role supporting a career crew. You will respond to fires and medical emergencies, operate pumps, and perform inspections while maintaining equipment and participating in training.

Starting salary is $62,000 with benefits and PERF 77 retirement. The position requires Indiana firefighter certifications, EMT credentials, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid EMT certification (Indiana) or NREMT.
• Indiana Firefighter I & II NFPA 1001 credentials required.
• Ability to operate and maintain firefighting equipment and pumps.
• Acceptance of PERF 77 retirement plan participation and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Responds to a wide variety of fire incidents including brush and structure fires.
• Responds to emergency medical incidents providing care per EMT training.
• Operate pumps, ladders and firefighting tools as directed.
• Conduct equipment checks and routine maintenance on apparatus.
• Assist with fire prevention duties and public safety education.
• Complete clear, concise incident reports and participate in training.

Skills

EMT-B certified

NFPA 1001

Driver/Operator-Pumper

NIMS ICS 100/200/700/800

Fire scene safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Indiana Firefighter I & II NFPA 1001

Indiana EMT certification (or NREMT)

Valid Indiana Class C driver's license

Job description

Wea Township Fire Department seeks a skilled Firefighter/EMT-B for a full-time role supporting a career crew. You will respond to fires and medical emergencies, operate pumps, and perform inspections while maintaining equipment and participating in training.

Starting salary is $62,000 with benefits and PERF 77 retirement. The position requires Indiana firefighter certifications, EMT credentials, and a valid driver's license.