Paid On-Call Firefighter/EMT

City of Port Washington (WI); Town of Cleveland (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port Washington Fire Department is seeking a Firefighter/EMT to join our growing team in Port Washington, WI. This transitional role is designed for someone pursuing Paramedic licensure and will involve a mix of emergency and non-emergency duties, including advanced medical care, fire suppression, and community risk reduction.

Shifts are 24 hours and you will collaborate with both part-time and full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Driver's License required.
• Wisconsin Firefighter I certification (or IFSAC reciprocity).
• Wisconsin EMT license (or NREMT eligibility); Paramedic licensure within 12 months.
• Ideal candidates may hold Firefighter II and Driver-Operator certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform firefighting activities: containment, extinguishment, hose lines, technical rescues, operate equipment.
• Provide emergency medical care and transport as EMT per state standards.
• Create and maintain accurate patient care records in required formats.
• Engage in training, quality improvement initiatives, and public outreach.
• Participate in building inspections, hydrant checks, and community risk reduction.
• Maintain fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities; perform minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Leadership skills

Self-motivation

Education

Wisconsin Driver's License

Wisconsin Firefighter I certification

Wisconsin EMT license

Paramedic certification within 12 months

Wisconsin Firefighter II

Driver-Operator certifications

Job description

The Port Washington Fire Department is seeking one enthusiastic and driven Firefighter/EMT committed to helping others and contributing to the success of our growing organization. This is a transitional position is designed for an individual preparing to begin or currently working toward Paramedic licensure. Reporting to the shift Captain or Lieutenant, Firefighter/EMTs serve in a range of emergency and non-emergency roles, including fire protection, advanced emergency medical care, hazardous materials response, and community risk reduction. They also ensure that equipment and facilities are always in a state of readiness. This dynamic role involves close collaboration with a dedicated team of part-time and full‑time personnel in a supportive, close‑knit environment. Opportunities will be available to lead training, develop quality improvement initiatives, and organize public outreach programs. Firefighter/EMTs work rotating 24-hour shifts to provide continuous emergency response coverage, responding to approximately 1,800 emergency calls for service each year. As a 911‑based service, the department delivers advanced life support to the citizens of Port Washington and offers ALS intercepts to much of Northern Ozaukee County. The department also features specialized teams for Rescue Task Force, Technical/Low Angle Rescue, Surface Water Rescue, and Dive operations. With progressive, evidence‑based protocols, Firefighter/EMTs function at the top of their licensure.

Essentials duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Comply with all department policies and procedures. Understand and apply concepts identified with the Port Washington Fire Department's vision, mission and values.
• Perform firefighting activities such as fire containment and extinguishment, laying hose, conducting technical rescues, operating power equipment, and driving fire apparatus when properly trained.
• Provide emergency medical care and transport as a licensed EMT, in accordance with the standards set by the Medical Director and the State of Wisconsin.
• Create and maintain thorough and accurate patient care records, using written or digital formats as required by the department and other agencies.
• Engage in both didactic and practical training on firefighting, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
• Participate in building inspections, hydrant checks, fire prevention programs, and other community risk reduction activities.
• Maintain fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities, performing minor repairs as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

What does it take to succeed as a Firefighter/Paramedic with the Port Washington Fire Department? We’re looking for self‑motivated individuals with strong leadership skills and a willingness to learn.

Applicants should have:

• Wisconsin Driver's License
• Wisconsin Firefighter I (or reciprocity with IFSAC) certification
• Possession of a Wisconsin EMT license (or eligibility for reciprocity with NREMT). Paramedic certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire as a condition of continued employment.

Ideal candidates would also have Wisconsin Firefighter II and Driver-Operator certifications. If not already completed at the time of hire, these certifications are expected to be obtained within 18 months. Throughout the application process, candidates must complete an assessment center evaluation, participate in oral interviews, undergo drug screening, and pass both a physical examination and a background check.