Job Description

Firefighter/Paramedic Lateral

Provo City accepts lateral transfer applications from current firefighter/paramedics in other agencies at any time. Provo Fire & Rescue enjoys a cohesive and positive work environment with a strong desire to help each other succeed. The department has a state-of-the-art Heavy Rescue, two ladder trucks, two fire engines, five medic ambulances and three new type 6 brush trucks. The department also shows its commitment to fire-and-life-safety training by hosting monthly live fire, extrication, and EMS training. As the Provo City Airport has continued to expand commercial business, we have also expanded our airport firefighter operations. Qualified applicants interested in participating in the expansion and growth of the Provo Fire Department are encouraged to apply.

Lateral Transfer Hiring Range: $67,722-$86,587

Firefighter/Paramedic (full career series): $61,352 - $95,462

Annual ranges provided as a courtesy. Pay is hourly and paid in bi-weekly installments. Provo City offers competitive pay; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans; free use of the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena, and City Library; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the local market among many other great benefits.

Main Duties

• Responds to emergency and fire scenes.
• Provides medical aid.
• Participates in fire suppression activities and in hazardous materials operations.
• Operates equipment and vehicles such as pumps, nozzles, ladders, hydrants, extinguishers, generators, etc.
• Searches for and rescues victims from buildings, autos, mountains, etc.
• Participates in post-emergency salvage operations and cleanup.
• Assists in pre-fire planning and development of property maps and sketches.
• Cleans and maintains firefighting equipment, station, and grounds.
• Participates in drills and training sessions.
• Assists in educating the public and performs other related duties as required.

Provo City firefighters work a 48/96 shift.

What is Needed to Apply?

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Current Paramedic License through the Utah State Bureau of EMS standards and have been employed in that capacity within the last 6 months.
• Firefighter I & II certifications (NFPA and Utah Fire and Rescue Academy standards).
• A valid, lawful Utah State driver license.

Lateral transfers may be brought in at the Firefighter/Paramedic, Senior Firefighter/Paramedic, or Master Firefighter/Paramedic level depending on qualifications.

• Firefighter Paramedic In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 2 years of full-time experience as a medical response firefighter.
• Senior Firefighter Paramedic In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 5 years of experience as a medical response firefighter, 2 years of which must have been as a certified paramedic; and ADO-A, ADO-P, Fire Instructor I, and Company Officer Inspector certifications.
• Master Firefighter Paramedic - In addition to the minimum qualifications above, requires a minimum of 9 years of experience as a medical response firefighter. Requires the following certifications (NFPA and Utah Fire and Rescue Academy standards) at the time of appointment: Fire Instructor I, Fire Officer I, Fire Inspector I, Apparatus Driver Operator-Aerial (ADO-A), and Apparatus Driver Operator-Pump (ADO-P).

Lateral hires have 1 year from hire date to complete certificate and testing requirements.

Lateral hires can also be qualified as Engineers.

Selection Process

Provo City will certify a list of lateral candidates at the beginning of each month depending on the number of candidates and available positions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and any additional screening requirements must pass a physical test (CPAT) prior to being advanced to a Command Staff interview. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a background investigation and drug screening.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking, together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally.

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. It has been ranked as the #1 Best Performing City (For a Third Consecutive Year!) in 2023 by the Milken Institute.

Visit provo.gov to learn more!

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