Firefighter/Paramedic

Firefighter/ParamedicJoin the Seekonk Fire DepartmentNot Just a Job. A Career. A Calling.Looking for a career where every shift matters? The Seekonk Fire Department is seeking motivated, community-minded individuals to join our team as Entry-Level Firefighter/Paramedic.Whether you're already certified or just beginning your career in emergency services, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding future with a department that invests in its people.Why Choose Seekonk?Starting Salary: $57,155.87 (before educational incentives and specialty stipends)Work Only 8 Days Per Month Enjoy one of the best schedules in public safety with our Modified Kelly Schedule:One 24-hour shift (0800-0800)48 consecutive hours offOne 24-hour shift (0800-0800)96 consecutive hours offRepeatThat means more time for family, travel, fitness, hobbies, education, or a second career.Build Your FuturePension through Bristol County Retirement Vested after just 10 years Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave Educational incentives and specialty stipends Professional development and advancement opportunities Serve in a modern, progressive department committed to training and excellencePreferred QualificationsPreference may be given to applicants who:Hold a current EMT LicenseHave successfully completed Massachusetts Firefighter I & IIAre currently enrolled in Paramedic SchoolApplicants who are motivated to learn and committed to serving the community are encouraged to apply.More Than a PaycheckThis isn't just about fighting fires.It's about protecting your neighbors. It's about becoming part of a family. It's about building a career with purpose, stability, and opportunity.Serve your community. Secure your future. Make an impact that lasts.Your future starts here. Join the Seekonk Fire Department today.Deadline to apply August 31, 2026JOB TITLE: FirefighterSUPERVISOR: Fire ChiefSALARY: $57,155.87FLSA: Non-ExemptSTATUS: UnionUNION: International Association of Firefighters, Local 1931HOURS/WEEK: 42POSITION OVERVIEW: A Firefighter/Paramedic is responsible for the technical work in combating and preventing fires. To protect the lives and property of our citizens, visitors, and firefighters.SUPERVISION: Works under the general supervision of a superior officer in conformance with departmental rules and regulations.SUMMARY: Performs responsible duties based on clearly prescribed standard practices, but may on occasion be required to exercise judgement in the choice of action within limits defined by standard practices and precedents; Errors could endanger person and property, cause adverse public relations, and have legal repercussions; Makes periodic contact with the general public and public officials; Performs duties demanding considerable physical effort under field conditions with variable weather conditions and exposure to personal danger; Has access to limited amount of confidential information;JOB ENVIRONMENT: Firefighting and fire prevention work is performed under varying weather conditions and conditions that may involve considerable personal danger with exposure to fumes or toxic substances. This work consists in working at great heights during extreme weather conditions. Extreme care and safety precautions are required to prevent injuries resulting in total and permanent disability or loss of life. Responds to emergencies as needed by incident type or staffing levels. Operates computers and standard office equipment such as telephone, copier, and fax; when at a fire or emergency may operate some or all of the following equipment: emergency medical aid equipment, various power, and hand tools, all fire apparatus, a radio, and all standard firefighting equipment. The employee wears appropriate uniform and equipment as indicated by each situation.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.Responds to fire alarms with assigned company;Performs firefighting activities utilizing fire hose, heavy stream applicators, ladders and extinguishers;Ventilates burning buildings to evacuate persons in danger;Performs salvage operations such as laying salvage covers, sweeping and pumping water, and removing debris;Administers first aid and resuscitation;Performs emergency rescue and extrication duties in accidents involving elevators, motor vehicles and similar equipment;Performs minor maintenance repairs as required;Attends training classes in firefighting, paramedicine, and related subjects;Carries raises and takes down ground ladders ranging from 12 to 55 feet; operates aerial ladders;Lays, charges and operates a hose (line); collects, folds and re-loads hose on engine;Carries and throws tarps; operates portable pumps, saws; breeches wall, moved or removes furniture, obstacles;Climbs stair and ladders carrying equipment such as forcible entry and room fire equipment, protective gear, and uncharged hose lines with nozzles;Wears a respirator (SCBA) in order to safely perform firefighting operations, or perform rescues in conditions where smoke or gases may be present; duties may require a Firefighter to wear an SCBA thirty (30) minutes to several hours at one time;Cuts or creates openings in structures to ventilate smoke/gases using power saw, axe or other tools;Searches premises and rescues (and removes) victims by carrying them down stairs or ladders; administers first aid to victims (includes starting IVs, placing victim on backboard administering cardiac care);Sizes up a motor vehicle accident scene; operates extraction tools such as hydraulic jaws, ram and cutters; dismantles vehicles to safely extricate victims;Performs equipment checks; pulls equipment out of compartments for cleaning and maintenance; washes engines, trucks;Performs household duties at fire station such as sweeping, mopping, power washing;Inspects business/industrial locations for compliance with fire codes;Educates the public on fire safety issues and rules.QUALIFICATIONS:Education and ExperienceMust be a high school graduate or equivalent; completion of Massachusetts Firefighting Academy; Massachusetts Class III license; licensed Massachusetts Paramedic; or any equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience.Knowledge, Ability, and SkillAbility to understand and follow oral instructions;Ability to become proficient in firefighting and lifesaving techniques within a prescribed probationary time period;Ability and sufficient physical stamina to perform prolonged and strenuous work under adverse conditions;Ability to meet required physical standards of age, weight, height and strength at time of examination.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The position requires significant physical strength and dexterity and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typically found at emergency scenes. The physical demands of this position are considered to be: Heavy (50 to 100 pounds lifted/carried or force exerted occasionally; 25 to 50 pounds lifted/carried or force exerted frequently).INTERMITTENT is on an "on and off again" basis;RARELY = 1 < % of the timeOCCASIONALLY = 1 - 33% of the time (4.8 min. - 2.6 hrs.)FREQUENTLY = 34 - 66% of the time (2.7 - 5.3 hrs.)CONSTANTLY = 67-100% of the time (5.3 - 8.0 hrs.)EMERGENCY RESPONSE DUTIES: Duties at the incident scene include firefighting, overhaul, emergency