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<div style="text-align: center;" data-pasted="true">We are looking for certified Firefighter/EMT's to join our team! This position offers a <strong><span style="color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">$5,000 Hiring Bonus</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: center;">..... <em>AND</em> if you are a <strong><span style="color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">Firefighter/</span></strong><strong><span style="color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">Paramedic</span></strong>, we will pay you a <strong><span style="color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">$10,000 Hiring Bonus</span></strong> and include an additional $12,000 in your annualized salary.</div><br><br><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2149/jobpostings/image/20260403101614_updated FF EMT.png" style="width: 1074px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="" alt="A $5,000 hiring bonus is being offered to all Certified Firefighter/EMTs!" data-uw-rm-alt="CT"><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div>As a certified Firefighter/EMT you will provide emergency response and fire suppression services, operating approved apparatus, and delivering EMS care in accordance with protocols. This position supports rescue operations, hazardous materials response, and related activities including ventilation, salvage, and overhaul. Responsible for maintaining equipment, apparatus, and facilities; you will conduct fire inspections; and participate in ongoing training and instructional programs all while fostering a positive, team-oriented work environment. Our <em>starting </em>salary for certified positions is $55,985.28<ul style="padding-left: 2rem; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" data-pasted="true"><li>High school diploma/GED is required</li><li>Valid driver’s license</li><li>Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP) certifications in:<br> o Firefighter Level I and II<br> o Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Level II and III<br> o Firefighter Rescue and Survival/Mayday Firefighter Down<br> o Hazardous Material Operations<br> o NIMS 100, 200, and 700<br> o Current certification as a Virginia Office of EMS (OEMS) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), or Paramedic.</li><li>3 years experience in a career department (preferred)</li></ul><br>Firefighter/EMT's must maintain their OEMS certification and be cleared to practice in the department by the EMS Physician. Paramedics must also maintain certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).<span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" data-pasted="true"><em>The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.</em></span>

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