Firefighter – EMT

Job Information

MAITLAND FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT
1776 INDEPENDENCE LANE
MAITLAND, FLORIDA 32751
407-539-6229
http://www.itsmymaitland.com

Updated: May 10, 2024

Job Classification:  Firefighter/EMT

The Maitland Fire Rescue Department will be accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/EMT.  All candidates must take the FireTEAM exam through National Testing Network.

Applicants are required to fill out a City of Maitland job application. For a copy of the job description, and benefits packet and to apply for the Firefighter/EMT position go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/maitland

The department requires a valid CPAT.

STARTING SALARY: $45,890 – $54,741 annually.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
Two Fire Stations

• 1 Engine; 1 Tower/Truck Company
• 2 Rescues; 1 Battalion; 1 Marine Rescue
• Over 6 sq. mile serving nearly 20,000 residents
• High-rise; Mid-rise; Multi-family; Single-family
• Annual call load of 4000+
• 24/48 shift schedule
• Downtown Festivals; Events; Concerts

OPERATIONS:

• Special Operations (VMR, Rope Rescue; Truck)
• Rescue Swimmer
• All apparatus staffed ALS

EQUIPMENT:

• New and Advanced Fire, Extrication, and EMS Equipment Constantly Upgraded
• Smooth Bore Nozzles
• Two Sets of Structural Gear per Firefighter
• Technical Rescue Gear

TRAINING:

• We Maintain a High Standard of Training
• We Offer Constant and ongoing training
• Robust Training Budget Focused on Firefighter Development
• Joint Training Facility with Apopka Fire Department
• Acquired Structure Training Program

BENEFITS:

• 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance (Employee)
• 80% Employer Paid Dependent Health Insurance
• College Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive Pay:

• Paramedic Preceptor Pay $2.00/hour
• Certification Pay (Rescue Swimmer, Rope Tech, Tower Certified, Life Fire Instructor, FO1, Instructor 1)
• Ride-Up Pay
  • Driver $1.50/hour
  • Officer-In-Charge $1.75/hour
  • Battalion Chief $2.25/hour

Paid Holidays:

• 280 hours of Personal Leave accrued per year
• 112 hours of Sick Leave accrued per year

PENSION:

• 175 Private Pension Plan governed by the State of Florida (NOT the Florida Retirement System (FRS))
• 20 years and out at any age or 10 years at age 55
• 5-year DROP
• 3% multiplier

Job Requirements:

• High School Grad/GED: Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent as recognized by the State of Florida Department of Education.
• Valid FLORIDA Driver’s License: Possess & maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License
• Candidates must have an acceptable driving record and past criminal history. Must meet all pre-employment requirements in accordance with state and department standards.
• Ability to Read/Speak English: Communicate effectively in English

Academy Certification:

• Must hold current certification and licensing as an EMT in accordance with the State of Florida, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Florida Administrative Code 64J-1.008
• Must possess and maintain a certificate from the Florida State Minimum Standards Certification as a Firefighter in accordance to F.S. 633.412.
• Employees in this position are required to pass the National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-700 within 30 days of employment.
• ICS-100 and ICS-200 within 90 days of employment, or from the date of taking the position.
• There may be additional NIMS required, which will be scheduled by your supervisor.
• All certifications substantiating the minimum qualifications must be submitted along with the employment application.
• Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Must possess, or obtain shortly after being hired, a certificate of successful completion in an Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course (EVOC) or equivalent