Full Time Firefighter/Paramedic

Oakridge Fire & EMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates offered a conditional job offer will be required to pass a background check and pass an

NFPA 1582

Physical. Full-Time Firefighter / Paramedic The duties and responsibilities are responding to all types of emergencies, conducting drills for EMS and firefighting, assisting with fire prevention activities, and maintaining facilities, grounds and equipment. This position works a 48/96 shift schedule and has the opportunity for promotion to Lieutenant. Full

• Time Firefighters are represented by the International Association of Firefighters, IAFF Local 851. There is one open position, and we are establishing a hiring list. To qualify for this position, you will need:
• NFPA Firefighter I
• Oregon Paramedic
• Wildland Interface Firefighter Type II
• NFPA Driver and Apparatus Operator Equipped with a Pump

NFPA Hazardous Materials Operations Salary & Benefits:

Wages $64,421

• $75,024 includes FLSA Pay Benefits package including:
• Medical + Dental + Vision for employee and family
• 100% paid by the City.

HRA VEBA

contributions

• paid by the City of Oakridge
• City provided Life Insurance Benefit
• $50,000
• Employees accrue vacation/holiday starting at 264 hours per year
• 24 hours of sick time per month
• Oregon PERS is 100% paid as the City pays both the Employee's and Employer's 6%
• Employees can participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Full-Time Firefighter/ Paramedic:

This position will fill one current opening and establish a list for future vacancies. Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and represent the skill set and desired traits for this position will be considered. Position is open until filled. To apply for the position, please submit your application and copies of certifications to: Hand delivered to: Oakridge Fire Department 47592 Hwy 58 Oakridge, OR 97463 Or Mailed to: Oakridge Fire & EMS PO Box 1410 Oakridge, OR 97463 Emailed to: ScottHollett@ci.

Oakridge.or.us Copies of all required license and certificates listed above (requested documents only). For any questions, please contact: Fire Chief Scott Hollett (541) 782-2416 x302 ScottHollett@ci.

Oakridge.or.us

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$64,421.00

• $76,900.

00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Health savings account Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Uniform allowance

License/Certification:

Paramedic License (Required) Firefighter 1 (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Oakridge, OR 97463 (Required)

Work Location:

In person