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FIREFIGHTER ​/ EMT-BASIC

Job in Three Rivers, St. Joseph County, Michigan, 49093, USA
Listing for: We Are TR
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-13
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Emergency Services / EMS
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 51628 - 59052 USD Yearly USD 51628.00 59052.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Three Rivers

The City of Three Rivers Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Firefighter / EMT-Basic position. A Michigan-licensed Paramedic is preferred.

Under general supervision, the Firefighter / EMT responds to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, and other emergency situations to protect life and property. Duties also include participation in fire prevention and inspection programs, community education, station and apparatus maintenance, and required training activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Respond to fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and other emergency calls
  • Perform emergency medical care consistent with level of certification
  • Participate in fire prevention, inspections, and public education programs
  • Maintain fire stations, apparatus, tools, and equipment
  • Participate in departmental training and continuing education
  • Operate fire and EMS apparatus and equipment safely and effectively
Minimum Qualifications (Required at Time of Hire)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Michigan Fire Fighters Training Council (MFFTC) Fire Fighter I and II certification
  • Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) EMT-Basic license
  • Valid Michigan Driver's License
  • Ability to operate all fire and EMS equipment and apparatus to a functional level as determined by the department within six (6) months of employment
Preferred Qualifications
  • MDHHS Paramedic license
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of fire prevention, fire suppression, rescue tactics, and strategies
  • Knowledge of hazardous materials, chemical chain reactions, and fire behavior
  • Ability to work effectively under stressful and emergency conditions
  • Ability to meet physical and mental demands of the position
Hiring Process and Conditions of Employment

Selected candidates must successfully complete the following:

  • Physical agility examination
  • Oral board interview
  • Criminal background check
As a condition of employment, finalists must also pass:
  • Psychological evaluation
  • Medical examination
  • Drug screening
The employee must meet the requirements of NFPA 1582 (Standard on Medical Requirements for Fire Fighters) and OSHA Respiratory Medical Evaluation standards.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting annual salary including built-in overtime:

$51,628.33

$59,052.01

  • Regularly scheduled overtime based on 24-hour shifts / 12-day work period
  • Excellent benefits package
Union position represented by International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), Local 3102

Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE / AA / MF / H / V | Equal Housing Opportunity
City of Three Rivers

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