Firefighter & EMT (Paramedic Preferred) — 24h Shifts

MassDevelopment; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

State Pension

Additional Benefits

Job summary

MassDevelopment's Devens Fire Department is seeking dedicated Firefighter/EMTs (paramedic preferred) to respond to emergencies including structural and hazmat incidents, provide EMS care, and conduct safety inspections. The role demands strong teamwork, meticulous instruction-following, and community education responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will have EMT-B certification, residency near Devens or willingness to relocate within a year, and a MA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• EMT-B Certification from MA is required.
• Residency within 15 miles of Devens or willingness to relocate within 1 year.
• Firefighter I/II Pro-Board certification; paramedic certification preferred.
• Valid MA driver's license required to operate department vehicles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in fire science preferred.
• Strong administrative and computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies including structural fires, brush fires, hazmat incidents, technical rescue, and fire prevention activities.
• Provide EMS: assess patient conditions, administer basic life support and first aid, assist with stabilization and transport.
• Drive and operate engine, ladder, water tanker, ambulance, and support vehicles.
• Conduct fire safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Educate the public through fire prevention programs and community outreach.

Skills

EMT-B Certification

Residency near Devens

Firefighter I/II Pro-Board

Paramedic certification (preferred)

MA Driver's License

MS Office

Strong communication

Team player

Bilingual (nice to have)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's in Fire Science (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MassDevelopment's Devens Fire Department is seeking dedicated Firefighter/EMTs (paramedic preferred) to respond to emergencies including structural and hazmat incidents, provide EMS care, and conduct safety inspections. The role demands strong teamwork, meticulous instruction-following, and community education responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will have EMT-B certification, residency near Devens or willingness to relocate within a year, and a MA driver’s license.