Senior Firefighter-Paramedic: Advanced EMS & Rescue

Suffolk; Suffolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Suffolk Fire & Rescue Department seeks an experienced firefighter/paramedic to perform advanced emergency response, life support, fire suppression, and hazardous materials containment. The role includes equipment inspection, fire inspections, and crews training in emergency techniques, with occasional EMS supervision duties.

You will handle patient care, incident reporting, and maintaining readiness of apparatus and facilities, serving the community with professionalism and safety as

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED with required firefighting certifications.
• Current Paramedic certification and Firefighter II or equivalent credentials.
• Ability to perform advanced life support and hazardous materials operations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, medical, and hazardous materials emergencies; provide advanced life support.
• Inspect equipment, test pumps/hoses, and maintain readiness of fire vehicles and station.
• Train in emergency response methods and assist EMS supervision as needed.
• Conduct building safety inspections and participate in public education activities.

Skills

Advanced life support

Paramedic

Fire suppression

Emergency medical care

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Firefighter II certification

Paramedic certification

Tools

Fire apparatus operation

Emergency equipment testing

Job description

The Suffolk Fire & Rescue Department seeks an experienced firefighter/paramedic to perform advanced emergency response, life support, fire suppression, and hazardous materials containment. The role includes equipment inspection, fire inspections, and crews training in emergency techniques, with occasional EMS supervision duties.

You will handle patient care, incident reporting, and maintaining readiness of apparatus and facilities, serving the community with professionalism and safety as