Firefighter / EMS Provider

Town of Cumberland, Maine • Cumberland Center, ME, US • $25 - $30 / hour • 21h ago

The Town of Cumberland Fire Department is accepting applications for a full-time Firefighter/EMS Provider

We are looking for a positive and motivated individual to join our family. The desired candidate should be a Maine licensed EMT-Basic, EMT-Advanced or EMT-Paramedic and be Firefighter I & II Certified. This position is responsible for the efficient performance of required duties in conformance with the rules, regulations and policies established by the State, Town and the Fire Department. Duties shall consist of fire and EMS responsibilities necessary to ensure the stability and safety of the Town of Cumberland and our neighboring communities. This full-time opportunity offers a generous benefits package that includes MainePERS retirement 3C plan, health and dental insurance, paid vacation, personal, sick and holiday time.

Starting base salary for non-lateral candidates:

EMT-B $25.07 / EMT-A $27.86 / EMT-P $30.58

Lateral payroll is based on time in service in a municipal Fire/EMS department in a position that is comparable to this advertised position. Salaries are shown in the Teamsters, Local 340 contract. Requirements:

High School Diploma (or equivalent); Associate degree preferred
Must be 20 years of age
Must hold and maintain at least a valid Maine EMT-Basic License (and will be required to obtain and maintain an EMTAdvanced license within 18 months)
NFPA Firefighter I & II Certification
Must hold and maintain a valid State of Maine Class C Driver’s License
Must be able to work rotating 24 hour shifts
FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200, IS 700, IS 701, and IS 800 (within three months of hire)
Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check
Post job offer, the candidate must complete a medical exam
Post job offer, the candidate must complete a Physical Ability Test
Post job offer, the candidate must complete a Job Placement Assessment

Please review the job details and application instructions at https://www.townofcumberlandmaine.gov/Jobs.aspx

Return the employment application with cover letter, resume, three letters of professional reference, a copy of current Maine EMT-B, EMT-A or EMT-P License, AVOC/EVOC, NFPA Firefighter I & II certificates and any other professional certifications to the Town of Cumberland Human Resources (mail, fax or email):

Brenda Moore, Human Resources Town of Cumberland290 Tuttle RoadCumberland, ME 04021(207) 829-2224 (fax)bmoore@townofcumberlandmaine.gov

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Town of Cumberland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

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