Firefighter & EMT: Life-Saving First Responder

Town of Orange Park; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Orange Park seeks a Firefighter/ EMT to respond to fire and medical emergencies under supervision, providing rescue, fire suppression, and patient care as needed.

Essential duties include station maintenance, equipment care, training participation, and adherence to department rules. Candidates must hold Florida Firefighter and EMT certifications and a valid Florida Driver's license. Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course preferred.

Qualifications

• State of Florida Firefighter Certificate as required by FS 633 and FAC 69A-37.
• State of Florida EMT Certificate as required by FS 401 and FAC 64J-1.
• Valid Florida Class D Driver’s License.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course Certificate (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Respond with their units to all alarms and emergency calls and perform duties as required to save life and property.
• During duty cycles they shall keep the station house and premises neat, clean and in good order.
• Assist in keeping fire apparatus, equipment and tools in a clean and serviceable condition at all times.
• Assist the driver / operator in the initial daily inspection, vehicle check-off, washing and waxing of apparatus and equipment.
• Participate in all training activities as required by their company officer.
• Maintain certification(s) as required by FS 401 and FAC 64J-1.

Skills

Fire suppression

Rescue operations

Emergency medical care

Public safety messaging

Education

State of Florida Firefighter Certificate

State of Florida EMT Certificate

Florida Class D Driver’s License

EVOC Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Town of Orange Park seeks a Firefighter/ EMT to respond to fire and medical emergencies under supervision, providing rescue, fire suppression, and patient care as needed.

Essential duties include station maintenance, equipment care, training participation, and adherence to department rules. Candidates must hold Florida Firefighter and EMT certifications and a valid Florida Driver's license. Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course preferred.