Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

City of Riviera Beach; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Riviera Beach is seeking a dedicated Firefighter to perform critical fire suppression and emergency medical services tasks. This role requires adherence to established safety standards and successful completion of various certifications. Ideal candidates will be team-oriented and committed to maintaining public safety standards. A commitment to a tobacco-free lifestyle is essential, and the application process includes various health screenings.

Qualifications

• Proof of Emergency Medical Technician licensure required.
• Current Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, complex, and emergency tasks related to fire suppression.
• Provide emergency medical services according to standards.
• Follow state, local, and federal fire safety regulations.

Skills

Emergency Medical Services

Fire Suppression

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Under general supervision of the Fire Captain, perform routine, complex, and emergency tasks relating to fire suppression, fire prevention, and emergency medical services according to state, local, and federal standards.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma from an accredited education institution or GED (Education will be verified). Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Applicants must upload the required documents/certifications listed below to their application, failure to upload required documentation will result in your application being disapproved.

Required Certifications/Licenses:

• Proof of current licensure in the State of Florida as an Emergency Medical Technician or Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certificate
• Proof of current Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance as approved by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards
• High school diploma/GED
• Valid Florida Driver's License
• Birth Certificate
• EVOC
• Current BLS/HCP
• Current CPAT within 1 year
• Completed Tobacco affidavit- Candidates selected for further consideration will receive this document as part of the Background Disclosure Form package.

Special Requirement:

All applicants must be non-users of tobacco (any form) for at least one (1) year prior to application, remain tobacco free during application process, and must retain tobacco free for the entire period of employment as a Firefighter with the City of Riviera Beach. Tobacco free means you have not used cigarettes, pipes, cigars, chewing tobacco, snuff, vapes or any other type of smoking or smokeless tobacco on or off duty during the tenure of their employment.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 23, 2025

This position is represented by the International Association of Firefighters.

The City of Riviera Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Successful passing of a background investigation, physical, drug and alcohol screening are required as a condition of employment.

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