Elite Lateral Firefighter Paramedic - EMS & Rescue

South Jordan City; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public service focus

Career growth opportunities

Excellent training and equipment

Team-based environment

Job summary

South Jordan City invites experienced Lateral Firefighter Paramedics to join the Fire Department. The role delivers EMS, firefighting, and rescue across a variety of incidents.

Eligible candidates must have at least one year of verifiable full-time experience as Firefighter Paramedic/EMT and hold the required Utah licenses. The position is full-time with rotating 48-hour shifts and an open application deadline of October 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Utah Paramedic license required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred.
• CPR for healthcare providers required.
• Utah Firefighter II and HM Operations certifications preferred or obtainable.
• Valid Utah Class D Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, rescue, medical, and hazardous materials emergencies.
• Provide advanced and basic life support; assess, treat, and transport patients.
• Perform fire suppression activities including search and rescue, ventilation, and overhaul.
• Operate and maintain firefighting and emergency medical equipment.
• Conduct life safety inspections, hydrant testing, and pre-incident planning.
• Deliver public education programs on safety and emergency preparedness.
• Participate in ongoing training, station maintenance, and equipment readiness.
• Complete reports, documentation, and administrative tasks.

Skills

Emergency medical procedures

Fire suppression tactics

Rescue operations

EMS equipment usage

Teamwork

Decision making under pressure

Weather and hazardous environments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Utah Paramedic license

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

CPR certification for healthcare providers

Utah Firefighter II

Hazardous Materials Operations certification

Utah Class D Driver License

Job description

South Jordan City invites experienced Lateral Firefighter Paramedics to join the Fire Department. The role delivers EMS, firefighting, and rescue across a variety of incidents.

Eligible candidates must have at least one year of verifiable full-time experience as Firefighter Paramedic/EMT and hold the required Utah licenses. The position is full-time with rotating 48-hour shifts and an open application deadline of October 1, 2026.