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Eddy County, New Mexico

FIREFIGHTER/EMT-CERTIFIED - STARTING PAY: $23.75 - $26.21 PER HOUR

Pay: $23.75–$26.21/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Carlsbad, NM (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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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.

$57,810 / year median in New Mexico

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Firefighter/EMT-Basic shall be a sworn firefighting position. Upon acceptance of this position the selected applicant shall pass an

NFPA 1583

physical and will be required to pass this physical annually along with passing the required annual physical assessments. The Firefighter/EMT-Basic will be assigned to a shift and station. While on shift they will be expected to continue training, respond to emergencies, complete apparatus and facility checks, keep equipment stocked and maintained, and all other duties assigned by their designated Captain. The Firefighter/EMT-Basic shall also be the driver operator during the shift and will have to operate a variety of firefighting apparatus as assigned. The Firefighter/EMT-Basic shall assist with public relations and all other assigned tasks by the Fire Chief or designee. This position will work a 48 hour on duty/96 hour off duty schedule. Employee must perform all duties with minimal supervision. This position is subject to the 7K Fire Exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend job related meetings both in and out of town, and perform all other duties as assigned.

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FIREFIGHTER/EMT-CERT JOB SPEC

07.2026