Firefighter Paramedic

About this role

• **SUMMARY** ----------- **Martin County Fire Rescue is accepting applications for Firefighter Paramedic beginning November 1, 2026, through November 29, 2026.** **\*Minimum compensation requires successful completion of Paramedic checkoff within one year of hire.** **Firefighter EMT may be considered at a starting salary of $55,041.** **Please include a copy of the following with your application:** **1.
• Valid Florida State Firefighter Certificate of Compliance issued from the Division of State Fire Marshal\*** **2.
• Valid State of Florida (Department of Health) Paramedic and/or EMT license** **3.
• Current CPR Card (Both BLS and ACLS if applicable)** **4.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) certification** * **If currently enrolled in Fire School, please attach a letter from the school with your expected completion date to your application.
• A valid Florida State Firefighter Certificate of Compliance must be emailed to Lauriel Damm prior to December 31, 2026.** **For any questions, please contact Lauriel Damm** **ldamm@martin.fl.us** **or call 772-223-4807.** **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES** --------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Note: The listed duties are illustrative only and are not intended to describe each and every function, which may be performed in the job class.
• The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.) Drives emergency vehicles of various types in a proficient manner to and from fires, medical calls and other emergencies.
• Operates pumps, aerial ladders, truck and engine controls and accessories.
• Performs firefighter activities and duties as needed.
• Provides advanced emergency care to sick and injured by administering medication and providing advanced life support measure.
• Responsible for the efficient functioning of the ambulance and actions of the EMT assigned to the ambulance, scene control and patient care.
• Conducts regular checks of fire and medical equipment, fire apparatus and ambulance to ensure adequacy of equipment, proper operations of vehicles and sufficient medical supplies.
• Completes records and reports that include Florida Fire Incident Reports, Uniform Medical Rescue Report, Patient Information Reports and other reports as required.
• Collection of EMS reports and the forwarding of reports to the EMS Division.
• Carries out routine station duties, including participation of regularly scheduled drills and training sessions.
• Reports to the Chain of Command for all fire responsibilities and EMS Division for all emergency medical related responsibilities.
• Performs work related to this job description as required.
• **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:** (Note: The knowledge, skills, and abilities identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class.
• Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Knowledge of and skill in driving and operating all Fire Department apparatus and emergency vehicles.
• Knowledge of the fire district streets, hydrants, standpipes, sprinkler systems and buildings.

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