Firefighter/Paramedic

The Avon Fire Department seeks qualified applicants for a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic position. The successful candidate will work an average 42- hour work week over an eight-week cycle. Applicants must possess a High School diploma, a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License, and a valid Massachusetts Emergency Medical Technician’s Certification.

Candidates will be considered in the following order, those:

• possessing a current Massachusetts Paramedic certification, and as a condition of employment, will need to complete the fulltime Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Recruit program within one year of hire;
• enrolled in a Paramedic Program to be completed and certified to the Paramedic level within one year of hire, and as a condition of employment, will need to complete the fulltime Massachusetts Firefighting Academy program within one year of hire;
• possess a basic EMT certification, complete the fulltime Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Recruit program within one year of hire and be certified as a Paramedic within 2 years of hire.

Compensation depending on qualifications inclusive of base wages, holiday pay, and paramedic stipend up to $79,000 with comprehensive benefits package. This is a union position covered by the Professional Firefighters of Avon L3857 CBA. Applicants will be subject to a comprehensive background check, physical examination, psychological screening, and drug testing. Successful completion of the Massachusetts Human Resources Division Physical Ability Test is required prior to employment.