Firefighter/Paramedic

Village of Tequesta • Tequesta, FL

24d

About The Position

The Firefighter/Paramedic works in the Fire Rescue Department on a 48-hour weekly schedule, with shifts of 24 hours on and 48 hours off. The role combines firefighting, emergency medical response, rescue operations, fire prevention, station and equipment maintenance, and community education. Employees may receive extra pay incentives for serving on the water rescue team and for performing inspections.

Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter through the BambooHR application and also complete the Fire Supplemental Application Forms. The completed supplemental application and required supporting documentation must be emailed to [email protected]. Applications will not be considered without the fully completed package. The position is open until filled. The Village of Tequesta is an E-Verify participant and is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, DFWP & M/F/V/D).

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current Florida Firefighter certification in accordance with Florida Statute, Chapter 633.34.
• Florida Paramedic certification in accordance with the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services Rules and Regulations 64J and Florida Statute, Chapter 401.
• Valid Florida driver’s license, without a DUI arrest, reckless driving charge, suspension, or revocation in any state within the last three years.
• Emergency Vehicle Operation certification (EVOC/CEVO).
• No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories within the last seven years.
• Must be tobacco-free for the 12 months before appointment and remain tobacco-free during employment.
• Ability to pass a physical agility test, swim test, ladder climb test, medical examination, and thorough background check.
• Sound working knowledge of fire suppression and prevention principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Sound working knowledge of first aid, basic and advanced life-support resuscitation techniques, and their application.
• Ability to apply standard firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention techniques.
• Ability to perform prolonged strenuous or peak physical effort during emergency, training, or station maintenance activities, including under conditions involving extreme heights, intense heat, cold, or smoke.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to act effectively in emergency and stressful situations.
• Ability to frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds.
• Ability to report for duty during a declared state of emergency.

Responsibilities

• Perform firefighting activities, including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying or stretching hose lines, fire combat, forcible entry, ventilation, containment, and extinguishment.
• Respond to and assist with special operations incidents, including water rescue, high-angle rescue, confined-space rescue, and heavy rescue or collapse incidents.
• Participate in fire drills and attend classes in firefighting, emergency medical care, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
• Operate radios and other communications equipment.
• Use appropriate safety equipment in hazardous conditions, including high heat, toxic gases, explosive chemicals, radioactive materials, water, heights, confined spaces, and infectious diseases.
• Provide emergency aid and paramedic services, including first aid, basic life support, and advanced life support.
• Document emergency medical care accurately and appropriately on required forms and as required by law.
• Provide emergency ambulance transportation to area hospitals when necessary.
• Collect and dispose of infectious waste generated at emergency scenes.
• Perform strenuous physical work during emergencies, training, and station maintenance, including prolonged work at heights or in intense heat, cold, smoke, confined spaces, or wet conditions.
• Participate in inspections of buildings, hydrants, and other structures as part of fire prevention programs.
• Perform general maintenance of fire facilities, apparatus, and equipment.
• Present community programs on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
• Complete duties efficiently, including written correspondence, spreadsheet development, database program operation, and computer data entry.
• Report for duty during declared states of emergency, such as hurricanes, floods, or other disasters.
• Perform other related duties as required by proper authority.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, pension, and group life insurance.
• Extra pay incentive for water rescue team members and inspectors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED