Firefighter​/Paramedic

The Board of Fire Commissioners is accepting applications to the position of firefighter/paramedic with the Manteno Community Fire Protection District.

Salary: Firefighter/Paramedic – $66,971.00+
Population: 12,500 Candidates interested in applying the Firefighter/Paramedic position must:

• Possess a valid Paramedic License (EMT-P) issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health – IDPH (at time of application);

Candidates interested in applying for the Firefighter/EMT-B (Basic) position must:

• Possess a valid Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health – IDPH (at time of application);

All Applicants Must Meet the Following

Minimum Requirements established by the Manteno Community Fire Protection District:

• At least 21 years of age and under 35 years of age, unless previously a full-time Firefighter in Illinois as noted under state statute (65 IL 5/10-2.1-6.3) by the time of the written examination;
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.;
• Possess a valid State-issued driver’s license;
• Have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent;
• Certification by the State Fire Marshall’s office as a Firefighter II (Basic) (at time of application);
• Provide a valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test Card) with Ladder Climb (recommended but not required);
• Be able to speak, read, and write the English language fluently;
• Have correctable vision and have ability to distinguish colors;
• Pay a $45.00 non-refundable application processing fee;
• Applications are being accepted on an on-going, rolling basis. Mandatory on-line written examination will be scheduled approximately 30 days after application submission.

To apply for this position or obtain additional information,

The Manteno Community Fire Protection District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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