Part-Time Firefighter/AEMT-Paramedic

City of Burlington•Burlington, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Burlington Fire Department (CBFD) is seeking highly motivated, dedicated fire service and emergency personnel to fill a part-time Firefighter/AEMT-Paramedic position. We provide Fire and EMS services to the City of Burlington. We are a combination department consisting of: twelve full-time, career Firefighter/EMTs, one Fire Inspector, one Administrative Assistant, one full-time Fire Chief, and twenty-five volunteer Firefighters. A City of Burlington Employment Application form is required to be submitted as part of this position recruitment. This form may be obtained here: http://burlington-wi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1005/Application-for-Employment-Fillable-Form Complete the application form and upload it in the as part of the online application.

Requirements

Be 18 years of age or older.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Must possess a valid Wisconsin State driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Be legally eligible to be employed in the United States.
Meet insurability requirements of the City’s insurance carrier.
Must be able to read, write and speak in the English language.
Have the following certifications: Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter I
EMS License at or above Advanced-EMT (Wisconsin)

Nice To Haves

EMS License at or above Paramedic (Wisconsin)
Wisconsin State Certified Officer
Wisconsin Driver Operator/Aerial Certification
Wisconsin State Fire Instructor
Wisconsin State Fire Inspector
Wisconsin State Certified Firefighter II
Wisconsin Driver Operator/Pumper Certification

Responsibilities

Respond to fire and emergency calls.
Provide BLS/ALS and first aid treatment in accordance with laws, protocols, and directions.
Perform firefighting duties.
Write reports documenting incident data, patient assessment, and treatment.
Operate radios and other communication equipment.
Perform general maintenance work of equipment, vehicles, apparatus, facilities, and grounds.
Present fire prevention and education activities to the public.
Inspect existing structures/businesses for compliance with fire codes.
Instruct classes in assigned subjected areas.
Assists in special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.
Responsible for driving and operating apparatus and other equipment at an emergency scene.
Participate in drills, meetings, attend classes, and assist in training of all personnel.
Perform equipment and apparatus checks and inspections, monthly, performing repairs as needed.
Notify supervisor of all problems or defects with equipment or apparatus.
May serve on a specialty team to include Technical Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, or Hazardous Materials.
Assists in other department administrative activities as assigned.
Perform other related duties as required.