Job Title: Firefighter/EMT
Department: Fire & Rescue
Hours: Full Time
Job Description:
The City of Ships is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time Firefighter/EMT. Our small, family-friendly city has recently been celebrated as one of the best small cities in America and a distinctive destination by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Lateral transfer pay and vacation accumulation are available for candidates with current career Fire/EMS service up to 10 years of experience.
The probationary starting wage for a Basic EMT is $25.71/hour, for an Advanced EMT is $26.23/hour, and for a Paramedic is $28.07/hour. On July 1, 2024, there will be a $0.50 increase and on January 1, 2025, there will be a 2% increase. The collective bargaining agreement expires June 30, 2025. This position is eligible for a generous benefits package including PTO, health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, and participation in a two-thirds retirement plan through the Maine State Retirement Program 3C (2/3@ 25yrs.). The Bath Fire & Rescue Department is a progressive department that provides an allowance for professional development.
Applicants must currently possess a valid driver’s license. The selected candidate must also possess a valid Maine Basic EMT; Advanced EMT; or Paramedic license prior to the job start date and be Firefighter I & II certified. *Exception to this requirement: if an applicant is licensed as a Paramedic without Firefighter I & II certification, the Paramedic applicant shall be eligible for hire, however, is required to obtain Firefighter I & II level certification within two years of hire date. Additionally, if an applicant possesses a Maine Basic EMT license, the applicant shall be eligible for hire, however, is required to be licensed as an Advanced EMT within two years of hire date. A copy of your valid driver’s license, Maine EMS license, and Firefighter I & II certifications must be attached to your application materials. Leading candidates for this position will be required to successfully pass an in-depth background check and pre-employment (medical) examinations. All candidates will be required to undergo the Bath Fire & Rescue Department physical agility test. A CPAT will not be accepted. Candidates who successfully pass the physical agility test will move on to a written test. However, if a candidate possesses a current Maine AEMT or Paramedic license, the written test will be waived. The physical agility and written exam will be scheduled on an individual basis. A study guide may be obtained from the City Clerk.
Interested candidates should apply by submitting all the following required materials: City of Bath job application, cover letter (addressed to Chief Lawrence A. Renaud Jr.), resume, signed physical agility test liability release, signed statement of physician form, signed background check authorization form, copies of valid driver’s license and Maine EMS licensure, and documentation of all applicable certifications and training.
Important information about this process, including the job description, application, medical clearance forms, and other relevant materials required to undergo the physical agility test, etc. can be found on the city website at www.cityofbath.com/jobs.
All application materials can also be obtained at the City Clerk’s Office, 55 Front St., Bath, Maine. The City of Bath is an equal opportunity employer.
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