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Third Rescue Paramedic
Job Posting: Third Rescue Paramedic
Department: Fire
Reports To: Fire Lieutenant/Captain
Grade: Private/Paramedic
Schedule: 40 hours/week, Tuesday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Position Summary
All qualified current members may apply; if unfilled, the position will be posted externally
The City of Auburn Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Third Rescue Paramedic. This role is designed to staff a third rescue unit during peak service demand hours, supplementing the department's existing 24/7 rescue coverage. The Third Rescue Paramedic will respond to medical emergencies, support fireground operations, and perform a variety of EMS and administrative duties in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to all emergency and non-emergency calls within scope of training.
- Provide immediate medical attention, administer first aid/life support, and transport patients as needed.
- Operate advanced medical equipment (EKGs, defibrillators, bag valve masks) and assess medical priorities.
- Triage in multi-patient scenarios; coordinate with police, fire, mutual aid, and air medical transport.
- Participate in public health activities and community education.
- Assist with EMS Quality Improvement projects and instruct department EMS trainings.
- Oversee EMS inventory and maintain apparatus readiness.
- Perform hazardous tasks under emergency conditions.
- Uphold chain of command and promote a productive, professional workplace.
- Manage interpersonal dynamics, mediate conflicts, and maintain a positive, flexible attitude.
- Maintain a State of Maine driver's license and a good driving record.
- Report any violations of city policies, including safety, health, harassment, or misuse of property.
- Participate in ongoing training, study, and drills.
- Maintain station and grounds; participate in special projects and assignments.
- Demonstrate knowledge of city streets and surrounding communities.
- Perform mechanical work related to EMS apparatus and equipment
Qualifications
- High school diploma.
- Maine Licensed Paramedic.
- Preferred: Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) or equivalent, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or equivalent.
- Good judgment under emergency conditions.
- Effective teamwork and relationship-building with municipal, state, and federal authorities.
- Proficiency with computer technology relevant to departmental needs
Schedule & Employment Terms
- Regular hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday.
- 40-hour workweek (not the 24-on/72-off model).
Compensation & Benefits
- Paid at the rank of Private at the Paramedic (EMS) license level, per CBA.
- Rescue stipend: $3.50 per hour.
- Lateral entry steps and tuition reimbursement available.
- Annual uniform reimbursement: $485.
- Holidays off (no additional compensation): New Year's Day, Washington's Birthday, Patriots' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, Christmas Day, Martin Luther King Day, and any one-time national holiday mandated by the president and observed by other city departments.
- One personal day per contract year.
- Vacation accrual rates based on years of service (see contract for details).
- Sick leave accrual: 12.4 hours/month; partial cash-out available after 10 years of service.
- Wellness days available through the City's Wellness Program.
Working Conditions
- Physical activities: sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, lifting, climbing, squatting, grasping, repetitive hand/finger movement, keyboard use.
- Emergency conditions: medical incidents, fire grounds, accidents, explosions, hazardous environments.
- Exposure to adverse weather, aggressive patients, combustion products, toxic substances, and other hazards.
- Work may be performed under stressful conditions, poor weather, and nighttime hours
Position : 40402
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : FIRE
Posting Start : 07/21/2026
Posting End : 08/21/2026
Salary: $29.51-$37.90
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