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FIREFIGHTER/EMT
Fire Department - The City of Portland has the largest professional fire and emergency medical services department in the State of Maine. 220+ sworn members work around the clock to protect the City’s nearly 70,000 citizens. In addition to fire protection and EMS, the Portland Fire Department fully staffs the Air Rescue Station at the Portland International Jetport; boasts the only Heavy Rescue Company which provides technical rescue capabilities regionally; and has one of the few Marine Firefighting Divisions in Maine. A career with the PFD provides more variety and opportunities for advancement than any other firefighter position in the state. The PFD is seeking ambitious, talented firefighter/EMTs who have a passion for serving their community while continuously improving their skills.
Lateral Transfers: The PFD strongly encourages lateral applicants with at least three years of full time experience to apply. We provide a streamlined onboarding process with additional initial pay at the step level in the Local 740 contract equivalent to outside experience up to a maximum of the 12 year step.
Requirements:
Salary & Benefits:
Starting base salary range for non-lateral candidates:
Further details for all available pay levels and stipends can be found in the current Local 740 contract.
Military GI Benefits: The Portland Fire Department is an On-The-Job-Training approved program offering flexible training plans up to 2 years.
City benefits include:
Applications accepted until filled - For more information call Peg Mitschele at 207-874-8407.
The City of Portland is strongly committed to diversity in its workforce.Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : FIRE FIGHT
Job Family : FIRE
Posting Start : 06/21/2024
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details : Job Description