Firefighter Paramedic - Glenwood Fire Dept

We encourage you to apply to this job posting even if the location may not be a perfect fit for you. If your skillset, experience, and credentials align with what we are looking for, we may have opportunities at other locations that we'd be happy to discuss with you.

We’re hiring a Firefighter Paramedic with a passion for firefighting and patient care combined with the drive to succeed and deliver high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Firefighters respond to emergency fire scenes and assist in various fire suppression duties with the appropriate extinguishing agents to the source of the fire.

• Operates various pieces of fire equipment and gear for fire suppression and control; drives and operates fire apparatus; conducts search and rescue; ventilation and salvage operations.

• Conduct fire safety, home safety, fire extinguisher and pre-fire planning inspections.

• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow firefighters and government agencies.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

• State Driver’s License

• State issued (IL) BOF certification

• State issued or National Registered EMT-P certification

• Current ACLS certification required if applicant is an EMT-P

• Current AHA CPR/AED certification