Full-Time Firefighter -Paramedic

Town of Charlton; Charlton City (MA); Presencial; USD 47.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Personal Time

Paid Holidays

College Degree Stipend

Clothing Allowance

Paid Training Time

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Town of Charlton is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Firefighter Paramedic with experience in prehospital emergency care at the Paramedic level. The department emphasizes teamwork and community service, with no residency requirement.

Minimum qualifications include MA Firefighting Academy training or equivalent, Paramedic certification, CPR and PALS, and a valid driver's license. The position offers comprehensive benefits and competitive paramedic pay ranges.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Complete MA Firefighting Academy Career Recruit Training Program or equivalent and obtain Pro Board Firefighter I/II.
• Possess and maintain Paramedic Certification by MA DPH/OMEMS or be enrolled in paramedic program.
• Possess and maintain CPR Certification.
• PALS certification.
• Career Recruit Firefighter I/II Certification (preferred).

Conocimientos

High school diploma

Valid driver's license

Educación

Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Career Recruit Training Program

Pro Board Firefighter I/II Certification

Paramedic Certification (Massachusetts)

CPR Certification

PALS Certification

Career Recruit Firefighter I/II Certification (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

The Charlton Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates for an immediate opening for a full-time Firefighter Paramedic . We are looking for motivated individiuals who take pride in serving their community and want to contribute to the continued growth and success of our department. Ideal candidates will have experience in the delivery of prehospital emergency care at the Paramedic level, previous firefighting experience, and a desire to be engaged in a team focused organization. Candidates should be compassionate, energetic, and driven to make a difference in the community. There is no residency requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to successfully complete the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Career Recruit Training Program or Equivalent and obtain Pro Board certification as FirefighterI/II.
• Possess and maintain Certifications as a Paramedic by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Service or currently enrolled in paramedic program
• Possess and maintain CPR Certification.
• PALS certification
• Career Recruit Firefighter I/II Certification (preferred)

Benefits include:

• Vacation Time (3 weeks of vaction offered for lateral transfers with 5 years EMT/FF experience and Pro Board I & II)
• Sick Time
• Personal Time
• Paid Holidays (13)
• College Degree Stipend
• Clothing Allowance
• Paid Training Time (48 hrs)
• Health (75% paid by Town)
• Dental, Life Insurance and m any other benefits offered
• Hiring range (Paramedic) $34.34 - $35.41
• Full Sarlary Range (Paramedic) $34.34 - $37.91 through step progression and years of service

Candidates will be subject to a background investigation, including a Massachusetts Criminal Offender Records Information (CORI) check. Successful candidates will be subject to passing Physical Ability Testing (PAT), pre-employment medical evaluation, drug screen and character assessment.

Deadline to apply is 11/19/2026. The position will remain open until filled. Cover letters and resumes will NOT be accepted at the Fire Department.