Firefighter

The Town of Orono • Orono, ME

1d • $0 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Orono, home to the University of Maine, has an opening for career-oriented candidates to join our fire department. Orono Fire is an all-hazards response agency responsible for the delivery of fire, emergency medical, and technical rescue services to the Town and the University of Maine. Orono is situated in Eastern Maine 10 minutes from Bangor, roughly one hour from Acadia National Park, two hours from the Canadian border in Calais, and one and a half hours from Baxter State Park in Northern Maine. Orono’s unique geographical location places numerous dining experiences, cultural activities, outdoor activities, and Maine’s picturesque coastline within easy reach. Orono is home to over 10,000 people with nearly half of them being college students attending U Maine and other area universities and schools. Orono encompasses just over 19 square miles with 1.4 of those miles covered by water. Orono is proud to be the home of the University of Maine. Described as one of New England’s premier universities, UMaine hosts students from all 50 states and 67 countries who attend one or more of the school's 200-plus program offerings. In athletics, UMaine is a Division I school best known for its hockey and football teams.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Maine drivers license or ability to attain prior to employment
• National Registry EMT License
• Willingness to be a contributing member of a team that values collaboration, exploration, and personal growth
• Eligible to lawfully remain, accept employment, and work in the United States
• No disqualifying criminal convictions or conduct

Nice To Haves

• Proboard or IFSAC Firefighter I or I/II
• Maine or National Registry Paramedic or EMT – Advanced. Preference will be given to Paramedics
• Current hazardous materials operations or technician certification
• Associates Degree in Fire Science, Paramedicine, Business, or similar area of study
• Firefighter II certification (required within two years of hire if not already possessed)
• Hazardous materials technician certification (required as soon as practical after hiring)
• Paramedic certification (required within three years of hire if not already possessed)

Responsibilities

• Perform firefighting duties
• Driving and operations of apparatus
• Emergency medical services
• Community outreach
• Special operations duties including hazardous materials response

Benefits

• Educational incentives
• Fitness incentives
• Employee and family medical health insurance
• A defined benefit pension through the Maine Public Employees Retirement System
• Annual clothing allowance

What This Job Offers

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