Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Lansing • Lansing, MI

14h • $56,287 - $83,314 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Lansing is seeking eligible candidates to HIRE as fully-certified Firefighter/Paramedic candidates. As a league of first responders, these individuals take pride in providing Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical assistance to residents. We desire Paramedic-certified individuals who are passionate and ready to serve the community by protecting life and property while performing advanced emergency aid and conducting firefighting and lifesaving missions, as well as maintaining fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. If your life interest is to dedicate your expertise in this capacity, this may be a good fit and a rewarding opportunity for you!

Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or older to apply.
• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Possession of a current Paramedic license is required.
• Will be required to obtain Tri County Emergency Medical Authority authorization as a Paramedic.
• Possession of a current State of Michigan Firefighter II certification is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record as defined by the Michigan Department of State and City of Lansing driving records standards at the time of employment.
• Must pass a criminal history records check with no pending charges or have been convicted of any felony charges.
• Honorably discharged USA Armed Forces Veteran must attach a copy of DD-214 when applying.
• Legally able to work in the United States
• Available to work nights, weekends, holidays
• Must participate in a pre-employment psychological evaluation.
• Meet the physical standards as determined by the City's Medical Doctor.
• Fully Certified Firefighter Paramedic candidates are applicants who: do currently possess a Firefighter I or Firefighter II certification AND do currently possess a current State of Michigan or National Registry Paramedic license.
• Candidates are strongly encouraged to engage in physical fitness training prior to testing, with a focus on strength, endurance, and functional skills commonly used in firefighting.
• Candidates who meet the posted minimum requirements should expect to participate in various phases of the selection process which will include: Application Process LFD Physical Agility Test Interview Process Psychological Assessment City of Lansing Pre-Employment Physical/Drug Screen/Functional Capacity Test Criminal History Background and Reference Checks

Nice To Haves

• Fully Certified Paramedics will receive ambulance pay incentive when assigned to the ambulance in the amount of $350.00 per twenty-four (24) hour shift

Responsibilities

• Responds to numerous medical incidents in a typical shift either on an ambulance or fire apparatus to assess patient conditions, determine and render proper emergency medical assistance and transport to the hospital.
• Drives the ambulance to emergency alarms and other assignments.
• Responsible for ensuring that the ambulance is clean, properly maintained and contains and inventory required by department policy.
• Performs the skills required for EMS services at the scene of accidents and medical emergencies.
• Responds to hazardous materials incidents.
• Responds to fire alarms with a fire company, performs search and rescue, enters burning buildings with hose lines, operates nozzles and plays a stream of water on fire as directed.
• Operates hand fire extinguishers, chemical hose, fog nozzles and similar equipment in extinguishing fire.
• Raises, lowers, and climbs ladders and ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gases.
• Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris.
• Assists in pre-fire planning of all types of buildings for fire hazards and locations of exits and fire protection devices; assist in preparation of records of inspections; notes and reports other types of inspections; carries on continuous fire prevention activities.
• Attends instruction sessions in such subjects as firefighting methods, equipment operation, EMS and street hydrant locations.
• Conducts fire prevention activities as directed.
• The firefighter may be required to perform at a higher classification in an acting capacity in the absence of a superior. When serving in an acting position, the normal responsibilities of that position are assumed.

Benefits

• Pay adjustment to the appropriate classification of Firefighter/ Firefighter EMT/ Firefighter Paramedic upon successful completion from the 2026 City of Lansing Fire Academy
• Ambulance pay incentive when assigned to the ambulance in the amount of $350.00 per twenty-four (24) hour shift
• Salary $56,286.72 - $83,313.72/yr. upon successful completion of the LFD Fire Academy and clearance to ride the ambulance as a fully-certified Paramedic.

What This Job Offers

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