Entry-Level Firefighter / Firefighter Paramedic

City of Longmont Fire Services | Longmont, Colorado

Job ID: 20260162
Department: Public Safety
Division: Fire Services
Position Type: Regular Full-Time with Benefits
Schedule: 48/96 Shift Schedule
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must apply through the City of Longmont's official employment website to be considered for this position.

Applications submitted through BetterTeams, Indeed, LinkedIn, or any other third-party job board will not be considered unless an official City application is completed.

Apply Online: https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs

This recruitment is Open Until Filled and may close without advance notice. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Salary

Firefighter (Shift)

• Entry Level: $78,753 annually
• Step II: $90,004 annually (after successfully completing a 12-month probationary period)
• Step III: $100,129 annually
• Step IV: $112,504 annually

Firefighter Paramedic (Shift)

• Entry Level: $78,753 annually
• Step I: $91,360 annually (after successfully completing a 12-month probationary period)
• Step II: $110,900 annually
• Step III: $125,119 annually

Benefits

The City of Longmont offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• FPPA Retirement Plan
• Term Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Long-Term Disability
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury & Witness Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Military Leave
• Sick Leave
• Combined Vacation/Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance

Additional voluntary employee-elected benefits are also available.

Position Summary

Perform firefighting and rescue work in the protection of life and property from fire, accidents, natural disasters, and other emergency situations. Participate in fire prevention activities, emergency preparedness initiatives, training programs, equipment maintenance, and station maintenance activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Fire Suppression & Rescue

• Perform fire suppression activities involved in confining and extinguishing fires using appropriate gear, tools, and extinguishing agents.
• Participate in fire scene cleanup, salvage, and overhaul operations.
• Operate various-sized hand lines flowing at different gallons-per-minute rates, both independently and with assistance from other firefighters.
• Advance charged and uncharged hose lines into structures and up ladders.
• Respond to emergency incidents involving fires, rescues, accidents, and natural disasters.

Equipment & Apparatus Operations

• Operate firefighting apparatus and equipment.
• Use aerial apparatus, generators, air compressors, hoists, semi-automatic external defibrillators, saws, extrication tools, and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• Maintain fire apparatus and firefighting equipment in a state of operational readiness.

Emergency Medical Services

• Provide pre-hospital emergency medical care to sick and injured individuals.
• Work collaboratively with ambulance contractor personnel, hospital staff, and the Medical Director.
• Perform emergency medical response duties in accordance with department protocols and certification requirements.

Training & Maintenance

• Participate in scheduled drills, classes, and individual study programs.
• Support emergency preparedness and fire prevention initiatives.
• Perform routine fire station and grounds maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma.

Special Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one upon residency.
• Must possess a valid State of Colorado EMT Certificate, National Registry EMT Certification, or Paramedic Certification.
• Paramedics are strongly encouraged to apply.

Working Conditions

Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors and includes exposure to:

• Extreme weather conditions
• Heat, sun, water, and temperature fluctuations
• Noise and vibration
• Smoke, fumes, gases, and poor ventilation
• Toxic substances including hydrogen cyanide, acids, carbon monoxide, and organic solvents
• Electrical hazards
• Carcinogenic dusts such as asbestos
• Contagious diseases

The position requires:

• Heavy lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over)
• Standing, walking, pulling, pushing, crawling, bending, kneeling, and climbing
• Working at heights
• Operating in confined spaces
• Working on slippery or uneven surfaces
• Operating in high-noise and low-visibility environments
• Eye-hand coordination necessary to operate firefighting and rescue equipment
• Working under pressure in emergency and non-emergency situations
• Assuming incident command responsibilities when required
• Functioning both independently and as part of a team during incidents of uncertain duration

While assigned to a 48/96 shift schedule, employees may occasionally be required to work irregular or extended hours.

Selection Process

Qualified applicants may participate in the following selection components:

• Job description review
• Application review
• Personal interview(s)
• Physical ability testing
• Ride-along exercise
• EMS skills assessment
• Background investigation
• Criminal background check
• Medical evaluation
• Substance screening

Successful completion of all applicable phases is required for employment consideration.

Questions?

Contact a Fire Department Recruiter:
(303) 651-8437
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

For general employment questions:
(303) 651-8609

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, an ONLINE APPLICATION through the City of Longmont employment website is required.

Apply at:
https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/jobs

Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. Apply early for best consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Longmont offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, veteran status,