FIREFIGHTER/EMT-CERTIFIED - STARTING PAY: $23.75 - $26.21 PER HOUR

Eddy County, New Mexico; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eddy County, New Mexico is seeking a sworn Firefighter/EMT-Certified. Starting pay is $23.75–$26.21 per hour.

The Firefighter/EMT-Basic must pass NFPA 1583 physical annually and will be assigned to a shift and station, responding to emergencies and performing apparatus and facility checks. During shifts, the Firefighter/EMT-Basic will operate firefighting apparatus as the driver and assist with public relations and other duties as assigned by the Fire Chief or designee.

Qualifications

• NFPA 1583 physical requirement.
• Ability to perform daily firefighting duties.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies as a sworn Firefighter/EMT-Basic.
• Drive operator duties and operate a variety of firefighting apparatus.
• Perform apparatus and facility checks and keep equipment stocked.
• Assist with public relations and other tasks as assigned by the Fire Chief.

Job description

Career Opportunities with Eddy County, New Mexico

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

FIREFIGHTER/EMT-CERTIFIED - STARTING PAY: $23.75 - $26.21 PER HOUR

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The Firefighter/EMT-Basic shall be a sworn firefighting position. Upon acceptance of this position the selected applicant shall pass an NFPA 1583 physical and will be required to pass this physical annually along with passing the required annual physical assessments. The Firefighter/EMT-Basic will be assigned to a shift and station. While on shift they will be expected to continue training, respond to emergencies, complete apparatus and facility checks, keep equipment stocked and maintained, and all other duties assigned by their designated Captain. The Firefighter/EMT-Basic shall also be the driver operator during the shift and will have to operate a variety of firefighting apparatus as assigned. The Firefighter/EMT-Basic shall assist with public relations and all other assigned tasks by the Fire Chief or designee. This position will work a 48 hour on duty/96 hour off duty schedule. Employee must perform all duties with minimal supervision. This position is subject to the 7K Fire Exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend job related meetings both in and out of town, and perform all other duties as assigned.