Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician

The City of Ellsworth has an amazing opportunity for a Firefighter/EMT within our evolving Fire Department.

The Ellsworth Fire Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Firefighter/EMT for 2026.

The Ellsworth Fire Department is a Fire/EMS system providing both fire suppression and EMS response to the City of Ellsworth. Ellsworth Firefighters currently work a 42-hour schedule (1 on, 1 off, 1 on, 5 days off). As a department, we are focused on training, wellness, and a positive culture. The City of Ellsworth is a fast-growing community with its needs ever evolving. The ideal Firefighter/EMT will have experience working as both a firefighter and EMT. Our department is very fast paced, responding to over 2,400 emergency incidents in 2025 within the 97 square miles of Ellsworth’s both rural and urban settings. We work closely with neighboring communities, priding ourselves on our ability to provide and utilize mutual / automatic aid.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting pay range

o $29.19 – $31.35/hr. 42-hour work week

o Incentives for AEMT/Paramedic and Education

• Paid sick, vacation, & military leave

o 24 hours Sick “Time” accrued monthly

o 168 hours “Vacation after” 1 year

• 10 paid holidays, plus one Floating Holiday annually
• Maine State Retirement, PLD – Special Plan 2c or ICMA option
• Fitness program with “additional” payments up to $1,000 per year
• Paid training, tuition reimbursement, “overtime opportunities”,
• uniforms provided with “additional” clothing allowance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of Maine Firefighter II or equivalent IFSAC/ ProBoard

• Minimum State of Maine EMT-B license or the ability to obtain reciprocity

• Valid Driver’s License

• Meets NIMS requirements for firefighters (ICS 100,200, 700)

• Ability to successfully pass a background investigation, medical screening prior to employment and thereafter in intervals determined by the Ellsworth Fire Department

• Must have experience in dealing with the public, good communication and computer skills

• Must undergo an extensive written Firefighter and EMS exam, practical medical knowledge test, physical assessment

PREFERRED (Preference will be given to applicants with the following additional certifications):

• Minimum of 5 years Fire service experience (3 years career recommended)

• EMT-A (or Paramedic) license

• Fire Instructor I/II or equivalent

• Fire Officer I/II or equivalent

WORK SCHEDULE:

• This is a full-time, Union position. Scheduled hours a 42-hour schedule (1 on, 1 off, 1 on, 5 days off).

• The employee will be required to respond after hours in the event of a first alarm or greater incident, or at the discretion of the Fire Chief.

• The employee will be required to attend required meetings and training, at times scheduled outside regular working hours.

Please submit application materials by May 8, 2026, at 5pm. A hiring list is being established and will remain in effect until exhausted. Written, & Practical Testing and Oral Board Interviews will be held May 18th and 19th, 2026

Employment applications are available at the Fire Department, or at www.ellsworthmaine.gov

To apply please submit an employment application, cover letter and resume to Human Resources, City of Ellsworth, 1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, Maine 04605 or hr@ellsworthmaine.gov

Pay: $29.19 - $31.34 per hour

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person