Firefighter

Town of Davie; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Davie seeks a Firefighter to perform specialized firefighting work, emergency medical care, fire prevention education and equipment operation. The role includes ongoing training, inspections support, and maintenance duties within the Davie Fire Rescue Department.

Candidates must meet Florida EMS and paramedic requirements, pass a physical agility test, and commit to training timelines as outlined in the job posting. This is a full-time on-site position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License.
• Firefighter Certificate of Compliance required by 12/31/2026.
• Must be Paramedic or EMT with paramedic school enrollment.
• EMT Certification (State or National Registry).
• Must obtain Paramedic Certification within 2½ years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergencies and fire alarms; handles hoses, nozzles, and ladders.
• Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons.
• Performs salvage operations and maintains equipment.
• Assists in operating fire apparatus and participates in training.
• Cleans and maintains department buildings and grounds.
• May assist with fire inspections and water rescue incidents.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Firefighting

Rescue operations

Training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AS/AA degree preferred

Tools

Pumper/ladder operation

Job description

General Statement of Job

Under close supervision, performs specialized firefighting work in fire suppression, administers emergency medical care, provides fire prevention and basic medical care education, and operates fire rescue apparatus. Employee will participate in firefighting and medical training and other training as needed. Employees may be assigned to operate equipment to alarms, utilize special skills acquired on the job, or assist with fire inspections. Employee is responsible for inspection, cleaning and maintenance of equipment and quarters as well as other tasks as necessary. Reports to a Fire Lieutenant or Fire Captain.

Education

• Graduation from High School or equivalent.
• An AS or AA Degree in a related field is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old;
• Possess a valid State of Florida Drivers' License.
• Firefighter Certificate of Compliance Certification issued by the Division of State Fire Marshal for the State of Florida
  • Currently possess OR obtain and submit to Human Resources/Designee by December 31, 2026.
• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Possess a Paramedic Certification OR
  • Possess an EMT Certification AND are currently enrolled in Paramedic School.
• EMT Certification (State of Florida Certified or National Registry).
• Must obtain Paramedic Certification within 2 ½ years of the date of hire and subsequently cleared by our Medical Director within six (6) months of obtaining said Certification.
• If you already finished paramedic school and are waiting for results or to take the exam, you are eligible to apply and would be required to submit the transcripts for paramedic school and passing results for the certification once received.
• Official letter from paramedic school stating you are enrolled in paramedic school or official transcripts will be required at a later date.
• Possess a current Basic Life Support CPR Card (Issued by the American Heart Association or an equivalent agency).
• Possess an EVOC Certification pursuant to FL Statute 401.281(1) (e).

All Applicants Must

• Not have a suspended drivers' license within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related).
• Not have a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years.
• Not have failed the Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year.
• Not have employment history that includes poor performance (to include evaluation information, disciplines, suspension and/or terminations) and/or inability to maintain steady employment.
• Not have any body art, brands, tattoos on the head, neck, or face. The neck will be defined as any marking that protrudes past the threshold of any dress uniform. A single ring tattoo is the only body art permitted on the hand.
• Not have steroid usage within three (3) years of the date of this application.
• Not have used any illegal drugs to include heroin, cocaine hallucinogenic substances and/or other illegal substances with the exception of marijuana as outlined below.
• Not have used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one (1) year of the date of this application.
• Not have used any tobacco products within one (1) year of the date of this application to include nicotine and E-cigarettes. Candidates must commit to non-usage during employment as well.
• Not have been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Not have made a false statement of any material fact or practiced deception in his/her application.
• Not have any convictions of a felony or crime involved in moral turpitude. As used herein, the term "convicted" means a plea of guilty, a plea of nolo contendere, or a finding of guilty (regardless of whether adjudication is withheld) by any judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of federal, Florida or any other state statute or law. Of course the Town of Davie will evaluate the nature or gravity of the offense; the time elapsed since the conviction and/or completion of the sentence; the nature of the job sought or held and other relative factors.

Information regarding the physical agility test

Qualified applicants will be scheduled by the Davie Fire Rescue Department to complete a physical agility test prior to a conditional offer of employment being extended. No other physical agility test will be accepted. https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24899/FF-PAT-Info

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responds to emergency or fire alarms; connects hoses to nozzles, hydrants and pumps; joins and places hose sections; enters burning buildings with hose lines; operates nozzles to spray a stream of water on fires; uses hand tools and hand fire extinguishers; raises, lowers and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gas.
• Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons.
• Performs salvage operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water, removing debris and placing smoke ejectors.
• Assists in operating pumper, ladder or foam truck; assists in inspecting and maintaining all apparatus and equipment.
• Attends and participates in training sessions in such subjects as fire fighting techniques, equipment techniques, first aid, street layout and hydrant location.
• Cleans and performs minor maintenance on department buildings and equipment; maintains fire station grounds.

EMT CERTIFIED MAY PERFORM THE FOLLOWING

Responds to emergency calls to perform necessary rescue work and administer necessary emergency medical care. Participates in a continuous training program to improve competence in medical technical work.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• May assist with the inspection of premises for presence of fire hazards and fire safety violations.
• May participate in water rescue incidents and instructional sessions.
• Performs other related work as required.

Benefits, Compensation and Pension Information can be viewed by clicking on the Benefits Tab.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Driving History, School Transcripts, Certifications and documents: Documents are not required to be submitted at this time, submission will be required at a later date. However, all minimum requirements must be met prior to submitting an application.
2. Paramedic Certification
   • Candidates must either be a certified Paramedic OR a certified EMT and currently enrolled in Paramedic school.
   • If you already finished paramedic school and is waiting for results or to take the exam, you are eligible to apply and would be required to submit the transcripts for paramedic school and passing results for the certification once received.
   • Official letter from paramedic school stating you are enrolled in paramedic school or official transcripts will be required at a later date.
3. Physical Agility Test Qualified applicants will be scheduled by the Davie Fire Rescue Department to complete a physical agility test prior to a conditional offer of employment being extended. https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24899/FF-PAT-Info
4. Additional Information
   • This posting will close on the date listed above.
   • All minimum requirements must be met by the closing date of the posting.
   • Ensure all fields of the application are complete, incomplete applications will not be considered.

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