Firefigher/Paramedic

Town of Ashland, MA.; Ashland (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Ashland is hiring for a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic position in the Ashland Fire Department. Candidates must hold aHigh School diploma, EMT-Basic certification, and possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license. Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, providing medical care, and maintaining fire safety. Interested applicants should submit their applications electronically by May 30, 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license required.
• A minimum of two years of experience working in a 911 Service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fire suppression and emergency medical care.
• Rescue operations and hazardous materials incidents.
• Station and vehicle maintenance.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Fire suppression

Rescue

Hazardous materials response

Fire safety education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA certification as an EMT-Basic

EMT-Paramedic certification (preferred)

Fire Fighter I/II certificate (desirable)

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

The Town of Ashland is accepting applications for one (1) vacancy in the Ashland Fire Department for the position of full-time Firefighter / Paramedic.

Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, be highly motivated, possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must possess MA certification as an EMT-Basic while EMT-Paramedic is preferred. It is required to obtain and maintain EMT-Paramedic status within three years of appointment. It is preferred that applicants have a minimum of two years of experience working in a 911 Service. Fire Fighter I/II certificate is desirable. Must reside within twenty (20) miles of the town limits within one year of appointment.

Duties of the Firefighter / Paramedic include fire suppression, emergency medical care, rescue, hazardous materials incidents, fire prevention, fire safety education, station and vehicle maintenance, and other duties as determined by the Chief of the Department.

Qualified applicants should submit a job application, cover letter, resume, and copies of required certifications electronically via ClearCompany, email to [e-mail] or by mail to the Human Resources Department, 101 Main Street, Ashland, MA 01721. Applications will be accepted until the end of business on May 30, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is found. EEO/AA.

Anticipated Start Date: July 7, 2025

Salary Range: $32.3670/hour - $38.1723/hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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