Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Burlington; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burlington Fire Department is hiring a Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic to provide fire suppression and EMS services in Burlington, Wisconsin. The position offers hourly pay between $20.11 and $26.95, with an additional $1.30 per hour for paramedics, and requires Wisconsin certifications and 2–3 years of fire experience.

The department is a combination department with full-time and volunteer personnel.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older; legally eligible to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin State driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Be legally eligible to be employed in the United States.
• Have 2–3 years of service in the Fire industry.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire and emergency calls.
• Provide BLS/ALS and first aid treatment as required.
• Perform firefighting duties.
• Write incident and patient reports.
• Operate radios and communication equipment.
• Conduct equipment, vehicle, and facility maintenance.
• Present fire prevention and education activities to the public.
• Inspect structures for fire code compliance and provide training.

Skills

Age requirement 21+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Wisconsin CDL/Driver license

Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter I

Wisconsin Driver Operator/Pumper Certification

Paramedic License (Wisconsin or NREMT)

CPAT Certification

Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter II

Job description

The City of Burlington Fire Department (CBFD) is seeking highly motivated, dedicated fire service and emergency personnel to fill a Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic position. We provide Fire and EMS services to the City of Burlington.

Hourly pay is: $20.11/hr-$26.95/hr, DOQ with an additional $1.30/hr worked for employees with a paramedic license.

We are a combination department consisting of: twelve full-time, career Firefighter/EMTs, one Fire Inspector, one Administrative Assistant, one full-time Fire Chief, and twenty-five volunteer Firefighters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to fire and emergency calls.
• Provide BLS/ALS and first aid treatment in accordance with laws, protocols, and directions.
• Perform firefighting duties.
• Write reports documenting incident data, patient assessment, and treatment.
• Operate radios and other communication equipment.
• Perform general maintenance work of equipment, vehicles, apparatus, facilities, and grounds.
• Present fire prevention and education activities to the public.
• Inspect existing structures/businesses for compliance with fire codes.
• Instruct classes in assigned subjected areas.
• Assists in special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.
• Provide input for department goals and objectives.
• Responsible for driving and operating apparatus and other equipment at an emergency scene.
• Participate in drills, meetings, attend classes, and assist in training of all personnel.
• Provide input on personnel, hiring, promotion, suspension, and performance.
• Perform equipment and apparatus checks and inspections, monthly, performing repairs as needed.
• Notify supervisor of all problems or defects with equipment or apparatus.
• May serve on a specialty team to include Technical Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, or Hazardous Materials.
• Assists in other department administrative activities as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as required.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Be 21 years of age or older.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin State driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Be legally eligible to be employed in the United States.
• Meet insurability requirements of the City's insurance carrier.
• Must be able to read, write and speak in the English language.
• Have 2-3 years of service in the Fire industry.
• Have the following certifications:
  • Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter I
  • Wisconsin Driver Operator/Pumper Certification
  • Paramedic License (Wisconsin or NREMT)
  • Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter II (must have the ability to obtain within 18-24 months of hire)
• Wisconsin Driver Operator/Aerial Certification
• Wisconsin State Fire Inspector
• Wisconsin State Fire Instructor