Firefighter/EMR/EMT/AEMT

City of Clinton offers free health, dental, and vision insurance to employees and their families! We want you to take home more money in your paycheck! 13 paid holidays and built in overtime on top of posted base pay!

Job Summary
The Firefighter/(EMR/EMT/AEMT) plays a crucial role in protecting lives and property by responding to emergency situations, providing medical assistance, and ensuring fire safety. This position requires a dedicated individual who is physically fit, possesses strong problem-solving skills, and is committed to serving the community. The Firefighter/EMT will work as part of a team to deliver high-quality emergency response services while adhering to safety protocols and procedures.

This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about serving their community.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; supplemented by trade school course work or college level coursework in public administration or related field.
• Minimum one (1) year full-time work experience.

(A comparable amount of training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Tennessee driver’s license by date of hire.
• Possession of State of Tennessee Fire Fighter I or above certification.
• Possession of State of Tennessee Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(Occasional=1-3 Hrs; Frequent=3-5 Hrs; Constant=5-8 Hrs – Per Work Day)

Able to perform demanding physical tasks required in firefighting and emergency medical work, such as lifting and carrying a victim, hose, or other equipment weighing up to 200 lbs. while wearing turnouts, air tank, air mask, gloves, etc. Frequent running, crawling, standing, lifting, climbing, crouching, kneeling or stooping for long periods of time while wearing/carrying heavy equipment. Operate in environment of high noise, poor visibility, limited mobility, aboveground, heights, and in closed or confined spaces. Exposure to elements of nature including extreme heat or cold, rain, snow and other unfavorable weather.

The City of Clinton, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

The City of Clinton, Tennessee is a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace and this position is subject to the City’s drug and alcohol policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Rotating shift

Work Location: In person