Firefighter/EMT

POSITION SUMMARY

Grandview, Missouri is a first tier suburb in the KCMO metropolitan area with a population of 25,000. Grandview Firefighter-EMT’s respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, urban search & rescue and other calls to protect life and property; participates in all-hazards risk reduction and training; and maintains cleanliness of fire department facilities and readiness of firefighting equipment. The fire department operates a 24/48-hour shift schedule and operates one ALS pumper, one ALS ladder truck and two fully staffed ALS ambulances from three stations.

Job Responsibilities

· Responds to emergency situations and incidents to suppress fires, affect rescues/extrications, participate in searches, mitigate hazardous materials and perform other duties as assigned and capable.

· Operates firefighting tools, aerial equipment, emergency medical equipment, extrication and rescue equipment and a variety of related tools and vehicles.

· Provides basic life support and emergency medical care.

· Participates in on-going technical and physical training to maintain certifications.

· Cleans and performs routine maintenance and minor repairs to department facilities.

· Participates in fire prevention and safety education/promotional events. Conducts station tours and gives presentations and demonstrates the use of fire suppression and safety equipment.

· Assists in documenting incident and provides incident information to appropriate agencies and supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

· Possession of a valid state driver’s license

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Have completed a CPAT or the ability to complete within six months of hire.

· Possession of Missouri EMT or NREMT-B certification, Firefighter I & II, hazardous materials awareness and operations, basic life support certifications (CPR-Health Care Provider)

Pay

Starting at $47,672annually. Grandview has an excellent benefits package including a 100% City funded L6 LAGERS pension plan (https://www.molagers.org/join-the-lagers-community/), Aetna Health plan, Dental and Vision plans, and Deferred Compensation. Employees enjoy 13 paid Holidays and 168 hours of vacation the first year. Employee’s accrue 18 hours of sick leave a month.

To Apply

Send cover letter and resume to one of the following (please note position title applying for):

· Online

· Fax: 816-763-3902

· Mail to Grandview City Hall, 1200 Main Street, Grandview, MO 64030

Come to Grandview City Hall to complete an application or The View Community Center 13500 Byars Road

OPEN UNTIL: FILLED

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $47,672.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Rotating shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $47,672