Firefighter​/Paramedic Trainee; EMT Paramedic or EMT Intermediate certification upon

Position: Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee (EMT Paramedic or EMT Intermediate certification is REQUIRED upon hire)
Join Our Team as a Firefighter/Paramedic - Make a Difference Every Day!

EMT-P (Paramedic) or EMT-I (Intermediate) Certification Required Upon Hire

Are you ready to launch your career in public safety and emergency response? The City of Chesapeake is seeking motivated, service-driven individuals to train and serve as Firefighter/Paramedic If you're passionate about saving lives, helping others, and being part of a high-performing team, we want you on board!

Position Summary

As a Firefighter/Paramedic, you'll train in and assist with emergency response, including firefighting, advanced pre-hospital medical care, and public safety services. You'll play a vital role in protecting the community by responding to fires, accidents, natural disasters, hazardous materials incidents, and medical emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

* Train for and assist with firefighting operations - both interior and exterior.

* Provide advanced life support (ALS) and pre-hospital emergency medical care to the sick or injured.

* Transport patients safely to medical facilities for continued care.

* Assist with fire suppression, rescue, and hazardous materials mitigation.

* Maintain and inspect equipment, apparatus, and station facilities.

* Complete accurate and timely logs, reports, and documentation.

* Participate in ongoing training and certification programs in fire and EMS services.

* Support other operational tasks such as data entry, inventory, and communications.

Minimum Requirements

* Valid EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) or EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) certification is REQUIRED upon hire.

* Strong commitment to public safety and community service.

* Willingness to work in high-stress, fast-paced environments.

* Must meet department training and physical fitness standards.

Why Choose Chesapeake Fire Department?

* Team-oriented environment with professional development and advancement opportunities.

* Hands-on training and real-world experience from day one.

* Make a real difference in the lives of others every shift.

Ready to start your journey in emergency services? Apply now and serve your community with courage, care, and commitment!

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate's degree in fire science and emergency medical services or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
None required. A minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience is preferred.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver's license or CDL and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills and/or certifications including Firefighter certification will be required within a specified period of time. EMT-Intermediate, or EMT-Paramedic certification is required upon hire. Selected candidates with Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate are required to obtain Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic within 36 months from the last date of probationary status.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFYING FACTORS:
Disqualification factors from the date of the application include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to any felony.

* Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor involving acts of moral turpitude (lying, cheating, and stealing).

* Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor sex offense.

* Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to domestic assault.

* Conviction of possession, manufacture, and/or distribution of illegal drugs, excluding possession of marijuana or any cannabis derivative.

* Use of Cocaine, LSD, PCP, or any type of hallucinogenic drug in the last five years. (Subject to ADA guidelines).

* Dishonorable discharge, Bad conduct/Misconduct discharge, and Other than Honorable discharges from military service. General and Uncharacterized discharges from military service will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

* Untruthfulness or the withholding of pertinent information during any phase of the application process (e.g. application, interview, paperwork).

* Cheating on any examination or testing associated with the process.

If you have any questions regarding any of the disqualifiers, please contact the Chesapeake Fire Department at .

Medical marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for…