Firefighter/EMT Recruit — Start Your Rescue Career

City of Lynchburg, Virginia; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lynchburg is seeking Firefighter/EMT Recruits for the Lynchburg Fire Department. Recruits will perform protective service duties, respond to emergencies, and learn firefighting and EMS protocols during the recruit academy.

After academy, shifts transition to a 24/48-hour schedule with 168 hours every 21 days, plus paid holidays. Applicants must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED; successful completion of the academy is required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls and determines patient needs.
• Operates emergency vehicles safely and within protocols.
• Completes recruit academy per Training Division guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Learning ability

Fire service basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Lynchburg is seeking Firefighter/EMT Recruits for the Lynchburg Fire Department. Recruits will perform protective service duties, respond to emergencies, and learn firefighting and EMS protocols during the recruit academy.

After academy, shifts transition to a 24/48-hour schedule with 168 hours every 21 days, plus paid holidays. Applicants must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED; successful completion of the academy is required.