Firefighter Paramedic

Air Force Civilian Service; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 94,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentives

Relocation incentives

Student loan incentives

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service seeks a Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic (GS-0081-09) at Hill AFB, Layton, UT. The role covers structural firefighting, rescue operations, and advanced life support to protect people and property.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, security clearance, and DoD/NREMT certifications with 12 months to obtain missing credentials. Expect a 72-hour week cycle with recall potential and competitive federal benefits.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Must have DoD Firefighter Certification System credentials as listed and obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Maintain current state or national Paramedic certification.
• Pass a pre-employment physical.
• Drive a motor vehicle with valid license.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural firefighting and rescue operations.
• Reduce or eliminate fire hazards to protect personnel and property.
• Follow protocols and provide advanced life support.
• Operate within respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs.

Skills

Firefighter/Paramedic proficiency

Advanced Life Support

HAZMAT Operations

Communication systems

Team collaboration

Physical endurance

Tools

DoD Firefighter Certification System

NREMT-Paramedic

Job description

Come be a part of something big!

Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities for the Department of the Air Force (DAF).

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic (GS-0081-09) to work at Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) - 75th Air Base Wing, on Hill AFB in Layton, UT. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

This job may close at any time!

Recruitment, Relocation, and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

2026 Salary Range: $94,9331-$123,410 Yearly

Job Open Date: 09/15/2026

Job Close Date: 09/28/2026

Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens

In this position you will serve as a Firefighter/Paramedic assigned to a crew engaged in structural firefighting and rescue operations and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards to protect persons, property, or the environment and following protocols and providing advanced levels of life support.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Obtain & maintain a Security clearance
• This is a designated Drug Testing Position
• Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification System as Fire Officer I*, Fire Instructor I*, Fire Inspector I*, Firefighter II (includes Firefighter I), HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT Operations, and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) – Paramedic (EMT-P) certification. *Must obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Must maintain current state or national Paramedic certification.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical
• The employee is required to work a 72 hour week on a 48 hour on/72 hour off basis which includes weekends, and holidays. May be subject to recall.
• This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required.

Recruitment Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of basic and specialized structural firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Advanced Life Support techniques and protocols.
• Knowledge of basic and specialized building design, construction, and occupancy; and of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders.
• Skill in operating communications equipment.
• Ability to maintain good working relations; to communicate orally and in writing; and to lift and carry heavy loads.
• Ability to apply Advanced Life Support techniques and protocols.

RESUME:

Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.