EMS & Fire Rescue Technician: Rapid Response

Vets Hired; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets Hired is seeking a Fire & Rescue Technician - EMS & Fire Rescue to perform emergency response duties including firefighting, rescue operations, EMS, and public education. The role responds to incidents, provides emergency medical care, operates equipment, conducts inspections, and supports community safety while following departmental policies.

You will participate in training, assist with fire investigations, and deliver safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to meet all department training, physical, and certification requirements.
• Eligibility to obtain Virginia EMT-I or EMT-P certification for EMS assignments.
• Knowledge of firefighting principles, EMS, fire prevention, hydraulics, and incident command.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, rescue, and EMS calls.
• Perform fire suppression, rescue, and salvage operations.
• Provide BLS and support ALS operations.
• Operate, drive, and maintain fire, rescue, and EMS apparatus and equipment.
• Conduct fire prevention inspections and related safety activities.
• Assist with fire investigation activities.
• Provide immediate emergency care to injured or ill individuals.
• Conduct and participate in departmental training sessions.
• Perform routine clerical and administrative duties.
• Deliver public fire safety and emergency preparedness education programs.

Skills

Emergency response

Public interaction

Teamwork

Decision-making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vets Hired is seeking a Fire & Rescue Technician - EMS & Fire Rescue to perform emergency response duties including firefighting, rescue operations, EMS, and public education. The role responds to incidents, provides emergency medical care, operates equipment, conducts inspections, and supports community safety while following departmental policies.

You will participate in training, assist with fire investigations, and deliver safety programs.