Full-Time Firefighter I

Kentucky League of Cities; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k and 457 plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Shelbyville Fire Department is seeking a full-time lateral firefighter. The role includes operating fire apparatus, transporting personnel to incidents, and supporting fire prevention activities. Shifts are 48 hours long with 96 hours off. Meticulous record-keeping and teamwork are essential.

Candidate must hold EMT certification, complete NFPA/IFSA certifications within 12 months, and possess a valid KY driver’s license. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license issued by Kentucky.
• CPAT card required; waiver for certain lateral transfers.
• IFSAC Firefighter I & II certifications must be obtained.
• EMT-B or EMT-A (KBEMS) certification required.
• NIMS IS-100/200/700/800 certifications required.
• Hazardous Materials Technician per OSHA 1910:120 within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate all fire apparatus and communication equipment.
• Transport personnel, apparatus, and equipment to incidents safely.
• Assist with building inspection, fire prevention, and public relations duties.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work environments.
• Keep apparatus and equipment in proper working order and clean.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire suppression

Public safety

Apparatus operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

CPAT card

IFSAC Firefighter I & II

EMT-B/EMT-A

NIMS IS-100/200/700/800

OSHA 1910.120 HazMat Technician

Job description

The Shelbyville Fire Department is accepting applications for a full-time, lateral firefighter.

General Duties: This position serves under the Fire Captain or Fire Sergeant and routinely works 48-hour shifts with scheduled 96 hours off-duty.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Operating all fire apparatus and communication equipment assigned to the department
• Safely transporting personnel, fire apparatus, and equipment to fires, accidents, rescue, civil defense, hazardous materials, and natural disaster calls to prevent/extinguish fire or rescue victims
• Assisting with building inspection, fire prevention, and public relation duties
• Ensuring clean, orderly, and safe work environments
• Ensuring that apparatus and equipment are clean and maintained in proper working order
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Education and Certification Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or General Educational Development certificate (GED)
• A valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky
• Must possess and maintain the following certifications:
  • 300-hour certification o Emergency Medical Technician Certification (EMT-B or EMT-A, P) as established and certified by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services (KBEMS)
  • Certifications from the US Department of Homeland Security/FEMA that include NIMS IS-100, 200, 700, and 800
  • A CPAT card as certified by the Kentucky Fire Commission at time of hire. The CPAT requirement may be waived for a lateral transfer who is currently employed with or who has previously been employed by a Kentucky fire department prior to January 1, 2013, in accordance with KRS Chapters 67, 75, and 95; and who has not been out of the fire service for more than one (1) year.
  • Must obtain IFSAC Firefighter I and II certifications and OSHA 1910:120 Hazardous Materials Technician certification within twelve (12) months of hire Qualified candidates will be notified via email of their test date. Candidates who show proof of IFSAC accreditations in Firefighter 1 and 2 may forgo the written exam and be given a score of 80. Successful completion of the physical agility test is required for anyone with a CPAT card greater than 180 days old.

Salary: Compensated based upon years of service in career firefighting. Paid an additional $4,653 annually through the Kentucky Fire Commission’s incentive program. Excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; 401k and 457 plans; hazardous duty retirement; military leave; sick leave; and other paid time off (accrued vacation and holiday hours to be used throughout the year).

Salary Information: Compensated based on years of service in career firefishing (see above).
Application Deadline: 10/14/2026

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