What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Fighter position at City of Taylor?
The City of Taylor is accepting applications for qualified applicants for the Taylor Fire Department. Applicants need to meet the following criteria to be considered for employment:
- Must be 21 years of age
- Possess current State of Michigan EMT or higher License
- Possess Fire Fighter 1 & 2
- Possess CPAT certificate by the time of hire
- Complete employment application and submission of certificates
- Successfully pass physical examination, psychological examination, and background investigation
The Taylor Fire Department is a fast paced department with almost 10,000 runs per year. The department also handles emergency dispatching. We use the latest fire service innovations including power stretchers and battery operated extrication equipment. All front line vehicles are less than three years old. Each fire station has their own weight rooms. The department is part of specialized teams with Downriver and Western Wayne HazMat and USAR. Due to succession planning, there will be opportunity for promotion in the next five years.
Attractive benefits package offered which includes medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paramedic bonus, 20 Year defined benefit pension plan.
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete an online application at www.cityoftaylor.com/jobs . Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted regarding the steps for the next application period.
The City of Taylor is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of such factors as race, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, citizenship, handicap, height, weight and marital status. Under the State Persons With Disabilities Act and the Federal Americans With Disabilities Act, an employer has a legal obligation to accommodate an employee’s or job applicant’s disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the employer. A person with a disability may allege a violation against an employer regarding a failure to accommodate his or her condition under Michigan law only if the person notifies the employer in writing of the need for accommodation within 182 days after the date the person knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,837.00 - $71,731.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Fire Fighter 1 and 2 (Required)
- Do you have a paramedic or EMT certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,837 - $71,731
