Lateral Firefighter/EMT

City of Burlington, VT • Ontario, CA

73d • $63,744 - $84,911

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, firefighters in this position are expected to demonstrate competency in essential skills following a multi-week fire academy. Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions. This position will begin May, 2026. Union Affiliation: Burlington Firefighters Association (BFFA) Pay Grade: $63,744.00 - $84,911.00 Annually Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/month.

Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through ongoing trainings and professional development.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential individual and team-based firefighting skills and demonstrate competency in all listed BFD Probationary Firefighter Skills within 12 months.
• Perform as a primary care attendant on medical calls within 6 months, providing verbal and written patient care reports and collaborating with co-workers.
• Quickly learn department and city policies and procedures during the first 90 days, meeting performance and conduct expectations with minimal intervention.
• 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 within the first 12 months, maintaining knowledge of the city layout and streets.
• Proactively deal with problems at emergency incidents and in and around the fire stations, working with team members to implement immediate solutions.
• Complete physically demanding tasks with limited resources, often when sleep-deprived and/or physically exhausted.
• Obtain AEMT licensure by the end of 24 months.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
• Pension Plan
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
• Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
• Local & National Store Discounts
• Subsidized Transportation Options
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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