Firefighter/EMT

Firefighter/EMT JobID: 1627 Date Posted: 6/30/2026 Application Deadline: September 7th, 2026 Job Summary and Responsibilities Perform Firefighting and Emergency Medical Services for the City of Nashua and any mutual aid communities that request aid. This is a full‑time position and is part of IAFF Local #789. The starting salary is $64,038. Qualifications 18 years of age High School Diploma or equivalent Pro‑Board Firefighter II Certification. Candidates holding out of state certification must provide a letter from the New Hampshire Fire Standards and Training granting equivalency and/or reciprocity prior to the date of hire. National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians – EMT Basic Certification. Current CPR Certification. Current (within 26 months of date of hire) Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) as required by the State of NH Division of Fire Standards and Training. For applicants with out of state CPAT certifications you must submit your certification to the NH Fire Standards and Training granting equivalency prior to date of hire. Applicants that currently work for a NH fire department may be eligible for hire without a current CPAT in accordance with NH Code of Administrative Rules Chapter Fire 700 (commonly referred to as "Lateral Transfer"). Pass Pre‑Employment Physical Screening per NFPA 1582, "Standard on Medical Requirements for Firefighter". Pass Acrophobia Ability Test – 100' Aerial Ladder Climb as required by the State of NH Division of Fire Standards and Training, administrative rule "Part 702". Pass a 1.5 mile run in 12:00 minutes or less – Timed run will be held on September 16, 2026. Details on location and schedule will be provided once the candidate's application has been received. Must not have been convicted of a felony under federal law, the law of this state, or any other state. No more than three (3) points in three (3) years on your Driver's License for moving violations. No DWI convictions within seven (7) years. No convictions involving the transportation of alcohol or drugs within seven (7) years. Ability to pass a comprehensive motor vehicle record check. Ability to pass a comprehensive background check. *Qualifications noted with an asterisk must be obtained prior to date of hire but are not required to apply. Application Information To apply please visit: Candidates are encouraged to upload a resume in the "Supplemental Material" section of the application. Applicants without New Hampshire Fire Training and Standards Certifications may acquire a letter of Equivalency from the Fire Academy. For more information please go to City of Nashua is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – Recruiting practices shall be consistent with State and Federal Law (7/6/2026). #J-18808-Ljbffr