Firefighter/Paramedic EMT — Advance in EMS Career

Public Safety Testing, Inc.; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New Lenox Fire Protection District is seeking candidates for Firefighter/Paramedic/EMT roles. Applicants must have an EMT-Basic license (IL or National) or be enrolled in/complete paramedic training, with Paramedic license preferred.

A current CPAT card and Ladder Climb Card are required at application and offer stages. Willingness to participate in all testing phases is essential, and proof of citizenship or work eligibility in the US is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for EMT-Basic license (IL or National).
• Currently enrolled in or completed certified paramedic training; EMT-P license preferred.
• CPAT card and Ladder Climb Card required by application and offer dates.
• Driver's license required; must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; college degree not required.

Responsibilities

• Complete all testing phases for NLFPD; attend written exam, oral interview, and related steps.
• Meet citizenship/work eligibility requirements; pass all prerequisites by deadlines.
• Maintain CPAT/Ladder Climb certifications and paramedic training progression through probation.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT-Basic Certification (IL or National)

Paramedic training program enrollment or completion

Paramedic License preferred

Tools

CPAT Certification

Driver's License

Firefighter II Certification

Ladder Climb Card

Job description

New Lenox Fire Protection District is seeking candidates for Firefighter/Paramedic/EMT roles. Applicants must have an EMT-Basic license (IL or National) or be enrolled in/complete paramedic training, with Paramedic license preferred.

A current CPAT card and Ladder Climb Card are required at application and offer stages. Willingness to participate in all testing phases is essential, and proof of citizenship or work eligibility in the US is required.