Firefighter

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Captain, the Firefighter is required to perform routine and specialized duties associated with a range of services including but not limited to fire suppression, emergency medical, hazardous materials incidents, auto extrication, and public relations/education events to protect lives and property in the Town of Nantucket. The Firefighter performs in accordance with department policies, department personnel by-laws, rules and regulations, standard operating guidelines, State EMS protocols or otherwise instructed by a superior officer.

Qualifications

• Certified Massachusetts EMTs may apply and will be required to maintain certification as condition of employment.
• Full-time position.
• Benefits eligible.
• Union position.

Pay

Starting Annual Salary: $42.09 per hour (new hires) - $61.83 per hour (employees with 20 years of service with the Town of Nantucket). With EMT: $43.35 per hour (new hires) - $61.83 per hour.

Benefits

• Retirement pension through Barnstable County Retirement.
• 90% employer-sponsored health insurance plan options.
• Diverse selection of supplemental insurance policies.