Paid On-Premise Firefighter

About the role

The Village is seeking qualified applicants for Paid On-Premise Firefighters. The position reports to the Public Safety Director and is responsible for the operation of fire and emergency medical services equipment in response to emergencies. Firefighters perform rescue and fire suppression and prevention as well as duties delegated by law, ordinance, rule or regulation, or practice procedures/guidelines. Employees are required to participate in the operation of apparatus and perform hazardous tasks and administer medical procedures, where applicable, under emergency conditions such as fire, heat, smoke, darkness, and cramped surroundings.

While firefighting and emergency medical services are essential and the most difficult areas of activity, a substantial portion of time is spent training and studying methods, techniques, and procedures and maintaining department property and equipment. The Village is supportive of and encourages opportunities for career development.

Responsibilities

• Operate fire and emergency medical services equipment in response to emergencies
• Perform rescue and fire suppression and prevention
• Administer medical procedures under emergency conditions
• Participate in the operation of apparatus
• Perform hazardous tasks under emergency conditions such as fire, heat, smoke, darkness, and cramped surroundings
• Train and study methods, techniques, and procedures
• Maintain department property and equipment

Requirements

• Illinois State Fire Marshall Basic Operations Firefighter Certificate
• Good physical condition
• 18 years of age or older at time of applying
• High school diploma/GED or higher
• A valid Illinois driver’s license with good driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Firefighter certificate
• EMT-B Certification from the Illinois Department of Public Health
• Illinois class B driver’s license
• Fire Apparatus Engineer state certification

Certifications & Licenses

• Certificates and licenses must be maintained pursuant to Fire Department policy

Pay

Pay range is $21.72 to $40.00 per hour depending on qualifications. Incentive pay is available for weekend and holiday shifts.

Schedule

Firefighters are able to select their shifts pending supervisor approval; annual hours are not to exceed 1400.

Benefits

• Optional NCPERs life insurance plan
• Optional 457 retirement plan
• Access to EAP services