EMT Apprenticeship

South Branch Emergency Services Inc•Clinton, NJ

9h•$19 - $20

About The Position

EMT Apprenticeship Program – South Branch Emergency Services (SBES) Application Timeline Applications Close: January 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM Interviews: January 19, 2026 – February 1, 2026 Program Overview EMT Apprentices are temporary, per-diem employees who participate in SBES’s EMT Academy, a training program designed to prepare individuals for careers as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Upon successful completion of the Academy, apprentices may transition into EMT positions with South Branch Emergency Services, based on current staffing needs. This program is open to individuals pursuing a new career or those just starting out. No prior experience is required. Program Cost & Compensation SBES will cover the full $2,500 cost of the EMT class Classroom time is non-compensated and will not be paid Apprenticeship (ambulance) shifts are compensated Training Schedule & Work Hours Accepted EMT Apprentices will participate in a combination of classroom instruction and compensated ambulance shifts: Classroom Training (Non-Compensated) Days: Wednesdays and Thursdays Time: 08:30 - 12:00 and 13:00 – 16:30 Additional class sessions: To be determined (TBD) Apprenticeship Shifts (Compensated) Two (2) 12-hour BLS ambulance shifts per week Total compensated hours: 24 hours per week Pay Rate $19.00 per hour during apprenticeship shifts on the BLS ambulance Paid bi-weekly via direct deposit Academic Expectations In addition to classroom instruction and apprenticeship shifts, the EMT Academy includes significant independent study, homework, and quizzes. Post-Academy Employment Upon successful completion of the EMT Academy, including sitting for the National Registry EMT (NREMT) exam within two (2) weeks of class completion, apprentices will be offered employment based on current openings at: $20.00 per hour Probationary period: Approximately 6 to 12 months Minimum Eligibility Requirements Apprenticeship candidates must: Be 18 years of age or older Be legally eligible to work in the United States and the State of New Jersey Successfully complete a background check Obtain required medical clearance Successfully complete a lift test Candidates accepted into the EMT Apprenticeship Academy commit to a two (2) year service obligation with South Branch Emergency Services upon successful certification as a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT). Candidates who do not successfully complete the program will be responsible for reimbursement of the EMT training program cost in the amount of $2,500.00. Upon obtaining EMT certification, candidates who fail to fulfill the terms of the service commitment will be required to reimburse SBES a prorated portion of the program cost as follows: From EMT certification through the first-year anniversary: $2,500.00 From the first-year anniversary plus one (1) day through the completion of two (2) years: $1,250.00

Requirements

Be 18 years of age or older
Be legally eligible to work in the United States and the State of New Jersey
Successfully complete a background check
Obtain required medical clearance
Successfully complete a lift test
Demonstrate genuine empathy toward others
Communicate effectively through spoken language, body language, and written communication
Remain calm and composed in stressful situations and in response to sudden sensory stimuli
Work 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Commit to the program for a minimum of two years
Attend all training sessions in accordance with the current Academy schedule
Dedicate a minimum of five (5) hours per week outside of Academy time to studying and completing assignments
Read and write at a 10th-grade level or higher
Read and comprehend a textbook exceeding 1,400 pages
Use proper grammar, punctuation, and capitalization in written work
Successfully complete online coursework using a laptop or tablet
Have access to a computer with a functioning webcam and microphone, and reliable internet access
Learn to safely operate complex medical and emergency equipment
Lift up to 125 pounds independently and up to 250 pounds with a partner
Kneel on the floor for extended periods
Squat to lift items
Climb stairs without difficulty
Sit on the floor and rise without assistance
Wear the provided uniform shirt
Wear dark navy blue EMS-style pants provided by SBES
Wear black, protected-toe boots with ankle support