Firefighter

Brentwood Fire & Rescue is now accepting applications from candidates with Fire Fighter II and EMT certifications to join our team. Brentwood Fire and Rescue Department 48/96 Schedule Annual starting pay, including the applicable EMS supplement: Certified Fire Fighter II and EMT, with less than two years of paid structural firefighting experience:

EMT-B: $57,738

AEMT: $62,391

Paramedic: $68,078 Certified Fire Fighter II and EMT, with two or more years of paid structural firefighting experience:

EMT-B: $62,391

AEMT: $67,044

Paramedic: $72,731 5% salary increase after successful completion of 12-month probationary period. Plus: Transportation supplement of $500/year to be paid over 26 pay periods annually. Testing and Interviews to be Held: Monday, November 9 – Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Additional details to be emailed to applicants who meet minimum qualifications. The City of Brentwood, located in scenic Williamson County, is considered one of the most desirable suburban locations in Tennessee. The city is known for its strong business community, quality schools, abundant recreational activities, and high standard of living. It sits just south of Nashville and has a population of approximately 46,000 residents. Brentwood Fire & Rescue serves the community from five strategically located fire stations around the city. Top-of-the-line equipment and facilities, coupled with a wide range of training opportunities, help make Brentwood Fire & Rescue a destination department. Brentwood Fire & Rescue supports our members being involved at the local, state, and national levels of the fire service. The best part of Brentwood Fire & Rescue? The quality of the people who make up this organization – we have a high standard of entry and a high standard of performance! As a Brentwood Firefighter you will be responsible for preparing for and responding to fire, medical, and related emergency calls and providing general support within the Fire & Rescue Department. You’ll be a part of an accredited and award-winning department that remains committed to providing the highest level of fire suppression, fire education, emergency medical, and technical rescue services to the Brentwood community. Responds to emergency calls for fire, medical, and other emergency situations. Removes individuals from dangerous/hazardous situations. Performs all activities necessary to suppress/extinguish fires. Assesses emergency medical problems and performs prescribed treatment as outlined and authorized under Tennessee Emergency Medical Responder guidelines. Performs code enforcement, pre-fire surveys and building inspections; issues burn permits; maintains hydrants; provides education to the public on fire safety/prevention; provides tours of fire station facilities. The Ideal Candidate Possesses a strong sense of integrity and professionalism. Values maintaining excellent overall fitness to perform their duties effectively. Has flexibility and adaptability to work in unpredictable environments and face ever-changing challenges. Is dedicated to being a team player collaborating and communicating with fellow firefighters and emergency personnel. Has a servant-leader mindset and genuine desire to help others. 21+ years of age Sixty (60) credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university OR Thirty (30) credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university combined with two (2) years or more of paid structural firefighting experience Fire Fighter II (IFSAC/ProBoard)

EMT-B (TN/NREMT)

Successful completion of a recognized fire academy or equivalent structured firefighter training program Valid driver’s license Benefits Transportation Supplement Paid Holidays Vacation Sick Leave Attendance Bonus Longevity Bonus Group Health & Life Insurance Medical Vision Dental Life and AD&D Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Retirement (Pension) Program Deferred Compensation Tuition Reimbursement Program YMCA Membership Williamson County REC Center Discounted Membership Bank/Credit Union Membership Library Membership Employee Assistance Program PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, tools and equipment which includes a motor vehicle, computer, generator, fire pump, fire hydrant, axe, shovel, hydraulic tools, power tools, hand tools, medical equipment, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. Must be able to exert in excess of one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for very heavy work. DATA CONCEPTION Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, technical, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange administrative, firefighting and emergency medical information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants. LANGUAGE ABILITY Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures related to the job of Certified Firefighter. Requires the ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice. INTELLIGENCE Requires the ability to learn and understand basic to complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to the job of Certified Firefighter. VERBAL APTITUDE Requires the ability to record and deliver information to supervisors and officials; to explain procedures and policies; and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives. NUMERICAL APTITUDE Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; determine time and weight; and utilize statistical inference. FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with equipment. MOTOR COORDINATION Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated equipment. MANUAL DEXTERITY Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. COLOR DISCRIMINATION Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color. INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT Requires the ability to deal with people (i.e. staff, supervisors, general public, and officials) beyond giving and receiving instructions such as in interpreting departmental policies and procedures. Must be adaptable to performing under considerable stress when confronted with an emergency related to the job of Certified Firefighter. PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear). The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Brentwood TN