Operator

The City of Watertown•Watertown, WI

About The Position

The City of Watertown is accepting entry-level and lateral-transfer applications for a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic/Operator with the Watertown Fire Department. The department provides fire protection, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and public education across a 136-square-mile service area serving approximately 30,000 citizens. It operates from one station, staffed by a maximum of nine personnel working 48/96 shifts. The department responds to city and rural emergencies, provides two-paramedic service, and handles an average of 3,000 emergency calls annually. The listed salary range for Firefighter/Paramedic is $66,690.78–$93,832.36. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements and, as a condition of employment, complete additional certifications within the specified timeframe. Candidates must successfully complete physical and psychological examinations.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma, GED, or HSED.
Hold a valid unrestricted driver's license.
Hold State of Wisconsin Firefighter 1 certification or an IFSAC-accredited equivalent.
Hold a Hazardous Materials Operations certificate.
Hold NIMS/ICS certifications for 100, 200, 700, and 800.
Hold a State of Wisconsin or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) license.
Successfully complete a physical examination and a psychological examination.
Obtain CPAT certification within the last 12 months or by the time of offer.
Obtain a State of Wisconsin EMT Paramedic license within 24 months of hire.
Obtain State of Wisconsin Driver Operator/Pumper certification within 24 months of hire or by a date determined by the Chief.
Obtain State of Wisconsin Firefighter 2 certification or an IFSAC-accredited equivalent within 24 months of hire or by a date determined by the Chief.
Attach a resume and copies of certifications with the application.