Firefighter Paramedic Airport (Full Time)

Firefighter/Paramedic LateralProvo City accepts lateral transfer applications from current firefighter/paramedics in other agencies at any time. Provo Fire & Rescue enjoys a cohesive and positive work environment with a strong desire to help each other succeed. The department has a state-of-the-art Heavy Rescue, two ladder trucks, two fire engines, five medic ambulances and three new type 6 brush trucks. The department also shows its commitment to fire-and-life-safety training by hosting monthly live fire, extrication, and EMS training. As the Provo City Airport has continued to expand commercial business, we have also expanded our airport firefighter operations. Qualified applicants interested in participating in the expansion and growth of the Provo Fire Department are encouraged to apply.Provo City offers competitive pay; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans; free use of the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena, and City Library; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the local market among many other great benefits.Main duties include:Responds to emergency and fire scenes.Provides medical aid.Participates in fire suppression activities and in hazardous materials operations.Operates equipment and vehicles such as pumps, nozzles, ladders, hydrants, extinguishers, generators, etc.Searches for and rescues victims from buildings, autos, mountains, etc.Participates in post-emergency salvage operations and cleanup.Assists in pre-fire planning and development of property maps and sketches.Cleans and maintains firefighting equipment, station, and grounds.Participates in drills and training sessions.Assists in educating the public and performs other related duties as required.Provo City firefighters work a 48/96 shift.To apply, you need:High school diploma or equivalent (GED).Current Paramedic License through the Utah State Bureau of EMS standards and have been employed in that capacity within the last 6 months.Firefighter I & II certifications (NFPA and Utah Fire and Rescue Academy standards).A valid, lawful Utah State driver license.Lateral transfers may be brought in at the Firefighter/Paramedic, Senior Firefighter/Paramedic, or Master Firefighter/Paramedic level depending on qualifications.Firefighter Paramedic - In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 2 years of full-time experience as a medical response firefighter.Senior Firefighter Paramedic - In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 5 years of experience as a medical response firefighter, 2 years of which must have been as a certified paramedic; and ADO-A, ADO-P, Fire Instructor I, and Company Officer Inspector certifications.Master Firefighter Paramedic - In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 9 years of experience as a medical response firefighter. Requires the following certifications (NFPA and Utah Fire and Rescue Academy standards) at the time of appointment: Fire Instructor I, Fire Officer I, Fire Inspector I, Apparatus Driver Operator-Aerial (ADO-A), and Apparatus Driver Operator-Pump (ADO-P).Lateral hires have 1 year from hire date to complete certificate and testing requirements.Lateral hires can also be qualified as Engineers.Selection process includes a physical test (CPAT) and Command Staff interview. Provo City