Firefighter EMT/Paramedic

City of North Port•North Port, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of North Port Fire Rescue is seeking Firefighter EMTs and Firefighter Paramedics to join their team. This role involves responding to both fire and medical emergencies, performing fire suppression, providing emergency medical care, operating equipment, and participating in rescue operations. Responsibilities also include maintaining fire station upkeep and engaging in continuous training to stay proficient in both firefighting and emergency medical techniques. The department covers over 104 square miles with a population of over 93,000 from seven fire stations, with daily staffing including ALS Engines, ALS Quints, a Tanker, ALS Rescues, and District Chiefs.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age.
Must be a high school graduate or have obtained a GED.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and background check.
Must hold a current State of Florida Firefighter I and Firefighter II Certificate of Compliance.
Must be certified by the State of Florida EMT or Paramedic.
Must achieve a passing score on the Fire Team Test.
Must have taken and passed the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within the past 12 months.
Complete the City of North Port application in its entirety.
Submit legible copies of required supporting documents: North Port Fire Rescue Supplemental Application, Valid EMT and/or Paramedic License issued by the State of Florida, Valid State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance/Minimum Standards, Current BLS Card and Current ACLS Card (Paramedic Only).
Successfully complete the mandatory North Port Fire Rescue ability test.
Attend panel oral interview and Fire Chiefs interview.
Complete background check including driving history.
Be deemed fit for duty by a Life Scan Physical Exam including but not limited to physical exam, blood work, drug screen, chest x-ray, cardiac stress test, eye exam and hearing test.
Progressive knowledge and application of firefighting and emergency medical skills.
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions promptly, effectively, and efficiently under varied and difficult conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working skills and knowledge.
Ability to read, write, speak, and interpret English.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Computer literate - must possess the skills necessary to use word processing type programs and basic computer operations.
Work under stress while performing at a high level.
Ability to maintain a high level of physical fitness while wearing appropriate PPE including but not limited to SCBA, turn out gear, and wildland gear.

Nice To Haves

Preference to interview will be given to: Veterans
Local candidates.
State of Florida Paramedics or those in paramedic school.
Those holding a journey worker certificate.

Responsibilities

Respond to fire and emergency medical calls; evaluate situations and assist with administering medical treatment per Emergency Medical Services (EMS) guidelines.
Drive and operate apparatus and equipment safely in response to and in the mitigation of emergencies.
Stretch hose lines and direct fire streams to extinguish and contain fires.
Raise and climb ladders to perform search and rescue procedures along with ventilation of burning structures.
Clean and maintain fire station facilities and equipment and other related apparatus.
Operate emergency radios.
Participate in drills, classes and schools in firefighting, emergency medical treatment and other fire service-related areas.
Operate equipment as used for the control and extinguishment of fires such as: fire hose, nozzles, ladders, ropes, axes, water tools and appliances, aerial ladder devices, rescue equipment, power and manual hand tools, self-contained breathing apparatus, firefighting protective clothing ensemble, hazardous materials protective clothing and related tools and equipment.
Operate equipment required for treatment of the sick and injured including bandages, splints, blood pressure monitoring equipment, spinal immobilization equipment, hydraulic power tools for extrication purposes and other medical treatment hand tools.
Conduct readiness inspections of apparatus and equipment, pre-fire planning of buildings, lift assists, smoke detector assistance, report writing, and public relations details.
Comply with North Port Fire Rescue Rules & Regulations, Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Guidelines, and Emergency Medical Protocols.
Adopt and embody the mission statement: Provide exceptional public safety services in a safe, compassionate and professional manner.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance for employee, spouse, and family (Portion of City coverage is dependent upon employee elections).
Florida Retirement System (FRS).
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan.
Department provided annual physical evaluation in accordance with NFPA 1582.
Training opportunities and Career Advancement Opportunities.
Travel opportunities for Training and/or Committee Involvement.
Tuition reimbursement for college.
Ability to trade up to ten (10) shifts per quarter.
Paid Days Off (PDO) (Universal Leave) time accrues at 372 hours per year to start (15.5 shifts).
Bereavement leave, Military Leave, Personal Days.
Additional PDO accruals of 48 hours possible as a sick-leave incentive (12 hours per quarter).
Ability to convert 120 hours of PDO to salary paid once per year at overtime rate with the ability to sell back an additional 120 hours at straight time. (Parameters outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement).