Firefighter

City of Bangor, ME • Bangor, ME

277d • $55,539 - $72,399

About The Position

The City of Bangor, Maine Fire Department is accepting applications to fill immediate openings for Firefighter positions. The Bangor Fire Department is the second largest professional fire department in the State of Maine, protecting a city of 31,000 that is rich in history and is the commercial and social center of Northern, Central, and Eastern Maine. 88 personnel work an attractive schedule of 1 day on, 1 day off, 1 day on, 5 days off with no forced overtime or residency requirement. In addition to providing fire protection and emergency medical services, Bangor Fire provides a variety of other response/services including a Heavy Rescue that provides technical rescue capabilities within the region, a marine response with 2 boats including the only fire boat in the region, opportunities to serve on the Police Department's Special Response Team, and EMS support to large events at the Maine Savings Amphitheater and the Cross Insurance Center. Bangor Fire is invested in our employees and provides various opportunities for advancement as well as providing pay for continuing education, tuition, text, and coverage for approved job-related classes.

Requirements

• Possession and maintenance of a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass an extensive evaluation including a written fire exam.
• Pass a Bangor Fire Department physical ability test.
• Successful completion of a background check and psychological evaluation.

Nice To Haves

• Current EMS license.
• Valid IAFF/IAFC Candidate Physical Ability Test card.

Responsibilities

• Provide fire protection and emergency medical services.
• Respond to technical rescue situations.
• Participate in marine response operations.
• Support large events with EMS services.
• Engage in opportunities for advancement and continuing education.

Benefits

• Highly competitive wage package.
• Retirement options including Maine Public Employees Retirement System plan 3C.
• Lateral transfer pay and vacation accumulation for candidates with current career Fire/EMS service.
• Pay for continuing education and job-related classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees