Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Apply Offsite

Metro Paramedic Services

EMT/Firefighter Boone County Fire Protection #2

Pay: $89,440/yr

Posted: 06/17/2026

Location: Belvidere, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

Career Insights for Firefighter

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Illinois data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.

$57,302 / year median in Illinois

+6% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

EMT/Firefighter Boone County Fire Protection #2 Metro Paramedic Services - 3.0 Belvidere, IL Job Details Full-time $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications CPR Certification Driver's License Firefighting Emergency medicine

EMT License Full Job Description Overview:

Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. contracts with local municipalities to provide Emergency Medical Services, Rescue and/or Fire Services. Much of our proven success is attributable to the exceptional, compassionate customer service provided by our employees. We are currently seeking a full-time EMT/Firefighter for our Boone County Fire Protection #2. The base starting pay is $66,560. The basic function of the EMT/Firefighter is to provide medical care and transportation for a patient at the EMT/Firefighter (EMT-P) level, within their scope of practice, as stipulated by Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and/or EMS Commission of Illinois.

Qualifications:

EMT/Firefighter Qualifications:

EMT License Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter Certification 1 year experience CPR Certified Valid Illinois Driver's License ACLS (Metro will train) PALS (Metro will train) Successfully completion of pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check

EMT/Firefighter Benefits:

Opportunities for Career Advancement Competitive Wages Ability to Receive on Demand Pay Before Pay Day 401(k) with Company Contribution Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance Voluntary Insurance (short-term disability, critical illness, accidental & legal)

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Paid Vacation & Sick Time Holiday Pay Tuition Assistance Company Provided Training Referral Bonus Available Wage:

USD $20.00/Hr.