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Entry-Level Firefighter / FF Paramedic (EMT or Paramedic) Longmont, CO.
Entry-Level Firefighter / Firefighter Paramedic.
City of Longmont Fire Services | Longmont, Colorado.
Job ID: 20260162.
Department: Public Safety.
Division: Fire Services.
Position Type: Regular Full-Time with Benefits.
Schedule: 48/96 Shift Schedule.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:Applicants must apply through the City of Longmont's official employment website to be considered for this position.
Applications submitted through BetterTeams, Indeed, LinkedIn, or any other third-party job board will not be considered unless an official City application is completed.
Apply Online:https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs.
This recruitment is Open Until Filled and may close without advance notice. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Salary:
Firefighter (Shift):- Entry Level: $78,753 annually.
- Step II: $90,004 annually (after successfully completing a 12-month probationary period).
- Step III: $100,129 annually.
- Step IV: $112,504 annually.
Firefighter Paramedic (Shift):
- Entry Level: $78,753 annually.
- Step I: $91,360 annually (after successfully completing a 12-month probationary period).
- Step II: $110,900 annually.
- Step III: $125,119 annually.
Benefits:
The City of Longmont offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical Insurance.
- Dental Insurance.
- Vision Insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- FPPA Retirement Plan.
- Term Life Insurance.
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D).
- Long-Term Disability.
- Bereavement Leave.
- Jury & Witness Duty Leave.
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
- Military Leave.
- Sick Leave.
- Combined Vacation/Holiday Pay.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition Assistance.
Additional voluntary employee-elected benefits are also available.
Position Summary:
- Perform firefighting and rescue work in the protection of life and property from fire, accidents, natural disasters, and other emergency situations. Participate in fire prevention activities, emergency preparedness initiatives, training programs, equipment maintenance, and station maintenance activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Fire Suppression & Rescue:
- Perform fire suppression activities involved in confining and extinguishing fires using appropriate gear, tools, and extinguishing agents.
- Participate in fire scene cleanup, salvage, and overhaul operations.
- Operate various-sized hand lines flowing at different gallons-per-minute rates, both independently and with assistance from other firefighters.
- Advance charged and uncharged hose lines into structures and up ladders.Respond to emergency incidents involving fires, rescues, accidents, and natural disasters.
Equipment & Apparatus Operations:
- Operate firefighting apparatus and equipment.
- Use aerial apparatus, generators, air compressors, hoists, semi-automatic external defibrillators, saws, extrication tools, and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
- Maintain fire apparatus and firefighting equipment in a state of operational readiness.
Emergency Medical Services:
- Provide pre-hospital emergency medical care to sick and injured individuals.
- Work collaboratively with ambulance contractor personnel, hospital staff, and the Medical Director.
- Perform emergency medical response duties in accordance with department protocols and certification requirements.
Training & Maintenance:
- Participate in scheduled drills, classes, and individual study programs.
- Support emergency preparedness and fire prevention initiatives.
- Perform routine fire station and grounds maintenance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma.
Special Qualifications:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one upon residency.
- Must possess a valid State of Colorado EMT Certificate, National Registry EMT Certification, or Paramedic Certification.
- Paramedics are strongly encouraged to apply.
Working Conditions:
Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors and includes exposure to:
- Extreme weather conditions.
- Heat, sun, water, and temperature fluctuations.
- Noise and vibration.
- Smoke, fumes, gases, and poor ventilation.
- Toxic substances including hydrogen cyanide, acids, carbon monoxide, and organic solvents.
- Electrical hazards.
- Carcinogenic dusts such as asbestos.
- Contagious diseases.
The position requires:
- Heavy lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over).
- Standing, walking, pulling, pushing, crawling, bending, kneeling, and climbing.
- Working at heights.
- Operating in confined spaces.
- Working on slippery or uneven surfaces.
- Operating in high-noise and low-visibility environments.
- Eye-hand coordination necessary to operate firefighting and rescue equipment.
- Working under pressure in emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Assuming incident command responsibilities when required.
- Functioning both independently and as part of a team during incidents of uncertain duration.
While assigned to a 48/96 shift schedule, employees may occasionally be required to work irregular or extended hours.
- Selection Process:
- Qualified applicants may participate in the following selection components:
- Job description review.
- Application review.
- Personal interview(s).
- Physical ability testing.
- Ride-along exercise.
- EMS skills assessment.
- Background investigation.
- Criminal background check.
- Medical evaluation.
- Substance screening.
Successful completion of all applicable phases is required for employment consideration.
Questions?:
- Contact a Fire Department Recruiter:
- (303) 651-8437.
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For general employment questions:(303) 651-8609.
How to Apply:To be considered for this position, an ONLINE APPLICATION through the City of Longmont employment website is required.
Apply at:https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs.
Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. Apply early for best consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer:The City of Longmont offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, veteran status,
About Longmont Department of Public Safety:Mission StatementsFire: "The mission of Longmont Fire Services is to serve our community by protecting life, property, and the environment through preparation, prevention and response."Police:Our commitment is to work in partnership with our residents in creating and preserving exceptional public safety for those who live in, work in, or visit our community. This commitment is reflected in our mission statement:"To protect and to serve with integrity and professionalism in partnership with the people of Longmont."