Firefighter/EMT

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pewaukee Fire Department is recruiting for a Full-Time Benefited Firefighter/EMT. The Fire Academy start date is to be determined and announced to candidates selected to continue.

The hiring process includes two written assessments at Pewaukee City Hall, panel and Fire Commission interviews, and conditional job offers. Applicants must be Wisconsin-certified EMT and Firefighter; Paramedic license preferred; CPAT required within 3 months of hire; valid WI driver’s license; and must obtain

Qualifications

• State of Wisconsin EMT and Firefighter certification required.
• Paramedic license preferred; must obtain Wisconsin Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Certification (pumping and aerial) within first year or as agreed by Command Staff.
• Must hold a current CPAT Certificate or pass CPAT within 3 months of hire.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Out-of-state candidates must obtain Wisconsin reciprocity within 24 months of appointment.

Skills

EMT

Firefighter

CPAT

Driver’s license

Paramedic training

Firefighter II

Job description

The Pewaukee Fire Department is recruiting and currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Benefited Firefighter/EMT. The Fire Academy start date is to be determined and will be shared with candidates as details are finalized. For candidates selected to continue, the hiring process includes:

• Two written assessments completed at Pewaukee City Hall (week of November 2)
• Panel and Fire Commission Interviews (week of November 9)
• Conditional Job Offers (week of November 16)

Qualifications:

Required to be a State of Wisconsin certified EMT and Firefighter; State of Wisconsin Paramedic license preferred; will be required to obtain Wisconsin State Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Certification, both pumping and aerial as well as Firefighter II within first year or as agreed upon by Command Staff. The Department will sponsor the applicant through Paramedic school after one year and applicants must pass the course to continue their employment. Applicants are required to hold a current CPAT Certificate or pass CPAT within 3 months of hire. Also, must possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Out-of-state candidates will be required to obtain Wisconsin reciprocity within 24 months of appointment for fire service certifications.

Required Documentation:

A completed online application. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of a job application. Begin the online application process in our Career Center using this link: https://www.cityofpewaukee.us/137/Employment-Opportunities Internal candidates may login to ADP and apply directly under myself/Talent/Career Center and click on "Firefighter/EMT".

Copies of the required licences and certifications listed above must be uploaded with the online application.

A cover letter that addresses the following must also be uploaded with the online application:

a. A summary of firefighting experience and work history.

b. A description of your career goals.

c. A summary of the factors that will distinguish you as the best-qualified person for the job.

A failure to comply with any of the foregoing requirements may result in the disqualification of the applicant.

The salary range provided reflects current rates; however, the collective agreement is presently under negotiation, and wages are subject to adjustment upon ratification of a new agreement.