Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

Mcfarland; McFarland (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Firefighter/Paramedics to join their team. This role involves responding to medical emergencies and assisting in fire incidents while ensuring equipment readiness and compliance with safety standards. With a competitive salary range and excellent benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans, this position offers a fulfilling career path in public service. If you're passionate about helping others and ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

No Deductible Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Income Continuation Insurance

Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation Time

Personal Time Off

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Valid Wisconsin EMT-Paramedic License or higher required.
• Must have Firefighter I and II certifications.

Responsibilities

• Function as part of the ambulance crew during medical incidents.
• Perform ancillary tasks within the Fire & Rescue Department.

Skills

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Firefighting Skills

CPR Training

Equipment Readiness Checks

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

EMT-Paramedic License

Firefighter I Certification

Firefighter II Certification

Job description

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The McFarland Fire & Rescue Department is seeking candidates for immediate hiring and establishing an eligibility list for full-time Firefighter /Paramedic . The Firefighter /Paramedic functions in all capacities of the ambulance crew during medical incidents and supplements the engine crews during fire incidents with being assigned to staff the ambulance, staff car or engine . Additionally, Firefighter /Paramedic s are assigned ancillary tasks within the Fire & Rescue Department, including equipment readiness checks, clerical, maintenance, cleaning, fire inspections, and other assigned duties.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in Fire & EMS field.
• Maintain a valid State of Wisconsin regular driver’s license or equivalent.
• Maintain a valid State of Wisconsin EMT-Paramedic License or higher; or nationally registered at the EMT-Paramedic level or higher and ability to obtain and maintain a State of Wisconsin EMT-Paramedic License or higher.
• Maintain a valid State of Wisconsin Firefighter I certification.
• Maintain a valid State of Wisconsin Firefighter II certification.
• Maintain Health Care Provider Level CPR training through the American Heart Association (or equivalent).
• Any combination of education and experience which in the sole discretion of the Village would demonstrate the Employee’s ability to meet the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position may also be considered.

Paramedics without firefighter certification are also encouraged to apply and would be required to obtain Firefighter II certification during the probationary period. If a candidate is required to obtain firefighter certifications during the probationary period, the associated costs will be covered by the Village of McFarland, and the individual would be in pay status.

Hours:

The Firefighter /Paramedic is planned to work a 48/ 96 hour rotating schedule with earned days off to have a 48-hour average work week . An earned day off is awarded every three weeks to maintain a 48- hour average work week. The normal start time for the position is 6:00 am and overtime work is required as needed to ensure ambulance coverage .

Wage:

Annual salary range is $63,753 to $82,329.

Experienced applicants may be offered a lateral transfer of salary and vacation.

Excellent benefits package including no deductible health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, income continuation insurance, Wisconsin Retirement (protected), annual tuition reimbursement, 120 hours of vacation time for the first full year and equivalent pro-rated award at date of hire, 24 hours of personal time off per year, 12 hours sick leave per month, and 11 paid holidays.

The position is part of IAFF , AFL-CIO LOCAL 311.

To Apply

Please review the job descriptions in the bulleted list below, then apply online by visiting the Village's online employment application webpage. A paper copy of the employment application may be printed and completed as well. Please submit completed applications to Andrea Anderson, P.O. Box 110, McFarland, WI 53558-0110. For more detailed application instructions, please refer to the Applicant Instructions document in the list below.

Application must be received no later than 4 p.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025.