Firefighter/ EMT

Firefighter/EMT Position

The City of Greenacres offers an effective 10/1/2026 salary of $62,992.65 annually/$28.84 hourly pending ratification of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Greenacres Fire Rescue is proud to roll out the Spartan Schedule effective 10/1/2026, making us the first department in Florida with this unique 42-hour work week which consists of a 24/48, 24/96 rotation. The minimum requirements for employment as a Firefighter/EMT are as follows:

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must have graduated from an accredited high school, or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.
• Must live in the state of Florida.
• Must submit to Level II fingerprinting with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and PBSO upon offer of employment.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must submit to a post offer psychological, CVSA, and physical examination with drug screen. The offer of employment will be conditioned on the results of testing and/or examinations.

All Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians serve a one (1) year probationary period. Required information and documents include:

• H.S. Diploma/State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent (required)
• College Diploma (if applicable)
• Division of State Fire Marshal Firefighter Certificate of Compliance (required)
• Valid CPAT or Broward County Wide Ability test or equivalent within one (1) year prior to submission of application (required)
• Valid CPR card from American Red Cross or American Heart Association at the Health Care Provider level (required)
• Valid Florida Department of Health EMT and/or Paramedic Certificate (required)
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), 16 HOURS, as approved by the Florida Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (required)
• Veterans Preference documentation (if applicable)

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Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency medical calls for service.
• Responds to fire related calls for service.
• Provides emergency medical treatment to injured persons using modern EMS techniques.
• Engages in the suppression of fire activity, as directed.
• Engages in the operation of extrication and immobilization equipment.
• Engages in the delivery and proper positioning of emergency vehicles and fire apparatus to scenes.
• Participates in rescue operations by carrying individuals from danger.
• Engages in the transporting of patients to area hospitals.
• Performs maintenance tests on medical and fire equipment, including vehicles, to assure they're functioning properly.
• Performs blood pressure evaluations.
• Participates in fire training to maintain an acceptable level of proficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of firefighting to include fire rescue, evacuation, exposures, confinement, extinguishment, radio communications, and ventilation.
• Fire prevention techniques including detection of common fire hazards.
• Principles and practices of emergency medical procedures and skill in their application.
• Geography of the response areas, including water distribution.
• Common basic medical prefixes and suffixes.

Ability to:

• React quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Perform maintenance tests on fire equipment.
• Understand basics of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and how it pertains during routine and emergency situations.
• Maintain clear, concise, and accurate records.
• Interpret and apply complex rules and regulations.
• Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor.
• Maintain high standards for professional and ethical conduct.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public agencies, vendors and the general public.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Follow safety rules and regulations of the Department and the City.
• Support the Department's and City's Mission, Values and Goals.

The City of Greenacres provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes city-paid health, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to retirement plan(s), paid vacation, sick leave, thirteen (13) paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.