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

eddy; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

eddy is seeking a Firefighter/EMT-Basic who will be a sworn firefighter assigned to a station. The role includes completing the NFPA 1583 physical annually and maintaining fitness assessments, training during shifts, responding to emergencies, and operating a variety of firefighting apparatus as required.

Public relations duties or other tasks may be assigned by the Fire Chief or designee. The position follows a 48 hour on duty / 96 hour off duty schedule and may require irregular hours, travel

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies as part of the firefighting team.
• Perform apparatus and facility checks and ensure equipment is stocked and maintained.
• Drive/operate firefighting apparatus as assigned during shifts.
• Continue training on shift and perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Assist with public relations and other tasks as directed by the Fire Chief or designee.

Job description

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.