Firefighter EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic

Summary:

Under the direction of the Fire Chief and supervision of the Station Officer, responsible for the care, operation and condition of fire apparatus and equipment. Provides the City with prevention and mitigation of emergencies and disasters through proper planning, public education and code enforcement. Respond to emergencies involving fire, medical and environmental concerns. May be assigned administrative duties to include training, equipment, etc.

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STARTING SALARY:               Firefighter/EMT: $59,571-$81,182/annually

                                                    Firefighter/Paramedic: $70,345-$95,908/annually

STATUS: Regular (benefitted)

*Applicants currently enrolled in EMT-B course may apply, but certification MUST be obtained by time of hire
 

DEPARTMENT: Fire

          

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Entry-level position.
Certificates/Licenses for Firefighter/EMT: Requires valid Utah Driver’s License; and state of Utah Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

Certificates/Licenses for Firefighter/Paramedic: Requires valid Utah Driver’s License; and state of Utah Paramedic certification or National Registered Paramedic.
Must successfully complete Sandy City required recruit training academy class. This training will include:

• Utah State Firefighter I and II Certification
• Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Level Certification 
• Apparatus Driver Operator (ADO) 
• Wildland Firefighter Certification 

All certifications and skills must be maintained throughout tenure of this position. A one-year probationary period is a prerequisite to this position. Knowledge of firefighting skills; emergency medical procedures; hazardous materials; uniform fire code, Fire Department policies and procedures; inspection procedures; sprinkler systems; alarm and communication procedures. Responsibility for the use of discretion and judgment in emergency situations; great responsibility for the care, condition and use of department apparatus and equipment. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; ability to write reports. Frequent use of fire and medical equipment including hose lines, nozzles, pumps, hydrants, extinguishers, ladders, hand tools, extrication tools, air masks, etc.

To be considered for employment, please complete the online interview and written test at the following link: https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/sandycity

Failure to complete this step will result in disqualification from the testing process.

Note: Applications may only be submitted online. If you don’t have access to a computer you can visit Sandy City Human Resources to apply at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Suite 310 (10000 S. 170 W.), Sandy, UT. Sandy City will provide reasonable accommodations for any applicant during the examination and selection process. Sandy City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, protected veteran’s status or other classes protected by applicable federal, state and local employment law. The City encourages applicants with all and varying language abilities, the city will accept applications and resumes in other languages but, to be properly processed, applications and resumes must be accompanied by an application and resume in English to assist City employees who are English speaking only. In addition, it is the City’s policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. If you have special needs or questions, please call 801-568-7151. Sandy City is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must pass drug test before hire. If the position is a step position, it may be filled at any step. Additionally, applicants for posted positions may be eligible for job offers into related positions.

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