Paramedic-Ready Firefighter: Lateral Transfer (24h Shifts)

City of Zanesville, Ohio; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Zanesville, Ohio's fire department seeks a lateral transfer firefighter. Candidates must have Firefighter II (240 CARD) and EMT/Paramedic certification, and be eligible for OPERS/O.F. pension.

The role includes 24-hour shifts with 48 hours off, professional fire suppression, EMS response, and training participation. Responsibilities cover extinguishing fires, rescue operations, medical care, equipment maintenance, and community safety education.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Firefighter II (240 CARD) and Paramedic/EMT certifications.
• Able to perform physically demanding duties and work shift rotations.
• Documentation of identity and eligibility per IRCA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency medical calls and fires; follows incident command strategies.
• Extinguishes fires; operates pumps, ladders, and hoses; ventilates structures.
• Rescues persons; administers EMS care and CPR; supports rescue operations.
• Maintains equipment and participates in training; completes run sheets and records.

Skills

Physical fitness

Emergency medical skills

CPR

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Firefighter II (240 CARD)

Paramedic Certification

EMT certification

Job description

City of Zanesville, Ohio's fire department seeks a lateral transfer firefighter. Candidates must have Firefighter II (240 CARD) and EMT/Paramedic certification, and be eligible for OPERS/O.F. pension.

The role includes 24-hour shifts with 48 hours off, professional fire suppression, EMS response, and training participation. Responsibilities cover extinguishing fires, rescue operations, medical care, equipment maintenance, and community safety education.