Firefighter / EMT

Allied Universal•Butler Township, PA

About The Position

Allied Universal Services is hiring a full-time Security Firefighter/EMT in Lyndora, Pennsylvania. The position pays $23.34 per hour and offers either a 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. schedule, with rotating days off. EMT certification is required before employment. The role responds to emergencies, fights fires, mitigates hazardous-material incidents, rescues people trapped in confined spaces, and administers basic life support. Duties also include operating fire apparatus and power tools, advancing hose lines, climbing ladders, and wearing firefighter protective gear, including an approximately 70-pound self-contained breathing apparatus. The job requires frequent walking and standing, occasional climbing and lifting or carrying up to 80 pounds, and work in cold, wet, snowy, or hot conditions. Intermediate computer skills are needed to use wireless technology at client-specific sites. Uniforms and equipment are provided at no cost; paid training and benefits are offered.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Hold a health license as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher; EMT certification is required before employment.
Have current CPR/AED certification.
Pass the physical and fit test required for self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Obtain and maintain annual Hazardous Materials Technician Certification (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120).
Obtain and maintain annual Confined Space and Rope Rescue Certification (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146).
Possess or be able to obtain any additional state requirements for a firefighter EMT.
Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with applicable laws.
Have effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, and provide exceptional customer service.
For driving duties, have a valid driver's license, at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record meeting the stated standards, required insurance, and the ability to operate a vehicle safely.
Have intermediate computer skills to operate wireless technology at client-specific sites.
Be able to work in cold weather, rain, snow, or heat; occasionally lift or carry up to 80 pounds; occasionally climb stairs, ramps, or ladders; and stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods.

Responsibilities

Safely respond to emergency incidents.
Fight fires and operate fire apparatus, including pump operations.
Mitigate hazardous-material incidents.
Rescue people trapped in confined spaces.
Administer basic life support (BLS) treatment.
Advance hose lines, safely operate power tools, climb ladders, and wear firefighter protective gear, including SCBA.
Handle crisis situations at the client site calmly and efficiently.
Provide professional customer service and communicate effectively with personnel and the general public.