Lateral Firefighter/EMT

City of Burlington, Vermont•Burlington, VT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

An individual in this role is responsible for performing fire suppression, emergency medical care, hazardous materials mitigation, technical-rescue incident mitigation, training, and fire prevention activities. Additionally, as a lateral transfer, firefighters in this position are expected to demonstrate competency in essential skills following a condensed fire academy. Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions. This role is part of the Burlington Firefighters Association (BFFA).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license
EMT Certification (NREMT or VT EMT)
Firefighter 1 Certification (including training records)
Minimum 1 year experience as a fulltime career firefighter
Valid CPAT certification obtained no more than 12 months prior to time of application. CPAT due by 12/31/2026.
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate competency in all listed BFD Probationary Firefighter Skills within 12 months.
Perform as a primary care attendant on medical calls within 60 days.
Quickly learn department and city policies and procedures within the first 90 days.
Demonstrate the proper use and maintenance of fire department tools and equipment by the end of the 12-month probationary period.
Learn to drive and operate fire department apparatus with minimal assistance required during the first 12 months.
Obtain AEMT licensure by the end of 24 months.

Responsibilities

Perform fire suppression, emergency medical care, hazardous materials mitigation, and technical-rescue incident mitigation.
Engage in training and fire prevention activities.
Demonstrate competency in essential skills following a condensed fire academy.
Perform as a primary care attendant on medical calls, consistent with VT EMS protocols.
Provide verbal and written patient care reports and collaborate with co-workers.
Learn department and city policies and procedures.
Demonstrate the proper use and maintenance of fire department tools and equipment.
Drive and operate fire department apparatus, maintaining knowledge of city layout and streets.
Proactively deal with problems at emergency incidents and in and around fire stations, implementing solutions with limited resources and incomplete information.
Complete physically demanding tasks with limited resources, often when sleep-deprived and/or physically exhausted.
Leverage prior fire service experience and actively engage in department projects supporting the organization's mission.
Obtain AEMT licensure by the end of 24 months.