Paramedic/Firefighter

Paramedic/Firefighter

Delta Township is currently accepting applications for full-time paramedic/firefighters. The position of paramedic/fire-fighter with Delta Township is under the supervision of the shift captain, serving when on-duty for assigned shifts or call responses. All rules mandated by the Michigan Department of Health, the Tri-County Emergency Medical Control Authority protocols and the fire department Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines must be observed. Responds to all emergency medical and fire calls as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years old
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Candidates must have knowledge and ability to operate all emergency medical and fire equipment.
• Candidate must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan paramedic license
• Must have completed State of Michigan Firefighter I and II and Operational Level Hazmat certification
• Must successfully complete required written and practical testing to be considered for an interview.
• All licenses and certificates must be submitted with application. Candidates will be selected based upon successful completion of the written, practical, and physical ability testing as well as an interview, background screening and a pre-employment physical.

Benefits:

• Family Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance coverage with a Township H.S.A. contribution up to $1,800.
• Health Insurance opt out of $3,500.
• Pension starting at 10 years with full pension after 25 years and 50 years of age
• Retiree Health Insurance starting at 10 years of service with full retiree health benefits after 25 years of service
• Up to $1,200 annually in educational reimbursement and 4% educational bonus for bachelor's degrees in fire service or EMS
• Longevity Payments beginning at 5 years
• 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Dental, life insurance, disability insurance
• Quarterly food allowance