Firefighter/Paramedic

Northwest Homer Fire Protection District; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Homer Fire Protection District is seeking applicants to establish an eligibility list for a Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, age 21–35 (subject to statutory exemptions), EMT-B licensure, and CPAT current within the last year. After offer, background check and medical exam are required.

Starting salary as of 06/2026 is $91,525 with a strong emphasis on public safety and community service. EOE statement included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Illinois Certified Firefighter Basic certification required.
• Illinois Licensed Paramedic certification required.
• CPAT certification current within last 12 months required.
• Applicant must be 21 to 35 years old unless exempt by statute; background check and medical exam post-offer.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Illinois Certified Firefighter Basic

Illinois Licensed Paramedic

CPAT Certification (current within last 12 months)

Job description

FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDIC Employment Opportunity The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Northwest Homer Fire Protection & Ambulance Service District are seeking applicants to establish an eligibility list for Full-time Firefighter/Paramedics

Applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent: must be at least 21 to 35 years of age unless otherwise exempt by statute and licensed EMT-B. Upon offer of employment, Illinois Certified Firefighter Basic, Illinois Licensed Paramedic, and CPAT Certified (current within last 12 months) Applicants shall be subjected to a background check, and medical examination post offer of employment.

Starting Salary as of 06/2026 - $91,525 NOTE: THERE IS A $40.00 NON-REFUNDABLE PROCESSING FEE Cash or Check only Northwest Homer Fire Protection District is an EOE