Firefighter - Paramedic

Sumter County Economic Development

Florida

On-site

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

17 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

11 paid holidays

PTO (paid time off)

Educational assistance reimbursement

FRS retirement

Job summary

Sumter County is seeking a full-time firefighter/EMT to respond to fire alarms, perform rescue operations, and provide EMS care. The role involves driving emergency vehicles, maintaining equipment, and participating in ongoing training.

Candidates must hold Firefighter II and EMT-P certifications, as well as CPR/ACLS cards, with NIMS credentials completed within six months. The position includes potential disaster-response duties and a commitment to NFPA 1582 standards.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalency diploma.
Possession of Florida Certified Firefighter II certification.
Florida EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) certification.
Current CPR and ACLS cards.
NIMS certifications within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Responds to fire alarms; drives and operates emergency vehicles.
Performs fire suppression and rescue operations; administers EMS care.
Maintains and inspects equipment; conducts routine records.
Attends firefighting, rescue, and EMS training sessions.
Participates in disaster preparedness and public fire-safety education.
Performs physical ability test and complies with NFPA 1582 standards.

Skills

Firefighting techniques

Emergency medical care

Public interaction

Teamwork

Ability to work rotating shifts

Education

High school diploma

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

To protect life and property by controlling and extinguishing fires, performing emergency medical techniques and patient care procedures, responding to disasters and other emergencies. Must comply with all county and department policies and procedures and ensure the maintenance of department equipment, apparatus, and stations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Lieutenant.

Description

Essential Job Functions

Responds to fire alarms in the county; drives and operates all emergency response vehicles and apparatus in a safe and lawful manner.
Performs fire suppression activities.
Assists in rescue operations; administers prehospital emergency and non-emergency medical care to sick and injured persons.
Performs salvage and overhaul operations at fire scenes.
Maintains and checks fire equipment for serviceability and assists in minor repairs and maintenance of equipment as directed. Performs routine cleaning of apparatus and facilities daily.
As required, attend training sessions for firefighting, rescue techniques, emergency medical care, and other training areas.
Prepares and submits routine records and reports.
Assists in departmental activities in preparation for a significant emergency, such as a hurricane, other natural or manmade disasters, and assists with aftermath activities such as inspection, clean up, and disaster relief.
Participates in fire prevention activities and training to improve public awareness of fire safety.
Essential functions as described in the current edition of NFPA 1582.
Abides by department and county policies, represents the department and county in a professional, courteous and considerate manner.
Maintains regular physical attendance during normal work hours as assigned at one of the county’s offices or work facilities with the ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, work shifts, callbacks, and holidays as required.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as requested.)

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of telephone etiquette.
Knowledge of building construction and how it affects fire behavior
Knowledge of the streets, roads, and geography of the county
Knowledge of firefighting techniques and procedures
Knowledge of emergency medical principles and procedures
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of various types of firefighting apparatus
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of various types of EMS Transport vehicles
Ability to operate office equipment
Ability to work effectively with the public, co-workers, and related agencies
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to follow through on designated tasks
Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer
Ability to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions
Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to respond to work when off duty as required, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to use and operate protective respiratory equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma

Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations

Valid Florida driver’s license of the correct class for the vehicle driven and driving record acceptable to the insurance provider
Certificate of Compliance (Florida Certified Firefighter II) as per Florida State Statute 633.406(1)(a)
Florida Certified Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) as per Florida State Statute 401.27
Possession and maintenance of a current American Heart Association (or approved equivalent) CPR card; as well as ACLS card
Certification by the Sumter County Fire & EMS Medical Director is required and must be obtained by the end of the probationary period and maintained as a condition of employment
Must possess or obtain the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications within six (6) months of employment

Essential Physical Skills

Must be able to meet medical/physical requirements as identified in FS 633.412 (e) and NFPA 1582
Ability to pass SCFEMS Physical Ability test
Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
Kneeling: Bending legs and knees to come to rest on knee or knees
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward bending spine at the waist
Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances
Standing: Particularly for sustained periods
Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods
Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward or outward
Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm
Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with the skin, particularly that of fingertips
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or essential verbal instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communications and to make fine discriminations in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machined parts
Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Ability to pass department’s Physical Ability test
Able to wear and function while wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and fire protective clothing
Ability to pass “PPE” mask fit test procedures

Supplemental Information

Vaccinations

Hepatitis A within sixty (60) days of employment
Hepatitis B within sixty (60) days of employment
Tetanus within sixty (60) days of employment

Environment Conditions

Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with noise, slippery surfaces, and uneven surfaces
Extreme cold: Temperatures below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour
Extreme heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour
Noise: Sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout to be heard
Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body
Hazardous situations: Proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places (up to 100 feet), and exposure to chemicals
Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect respiratory conditions or the skin: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

FLSA Non-Exempt Status

Revised 10/01/2024

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Sumter County employees with full-time status are eligible to receive medical, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance benefits. Vision, dependent coverage, and additional voluntary insurance benefits are available through payroll deduction at the employee’s expense. Sumter County participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and contributes based on current legislative requirements. Additional benefits include 11 Paid Holidays, paid time off (PTO), and educational assistance reimbursement.

Did you graduate from an accredited high school or have an acceptable equivalency diploma?

Do you have a current Certificate of Compliance (Florida Certified Firefighter II) as per Florida State Statute 633.406(1)(a)?

Do you have a current Florida Certified Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) as per Florida State Statute 401.27?

Do you have a current American Heart Association (or approved equivalent) CPR card; as well as ACLS card?