The Argonne Fire Department is hiring a Firefighter/Paramedic to perform to a wide variety of tasks, including structure fire suppression, hazardous material response, rescue, emergency medical care, vehicle extrication, wildland fire suppression, and dispatch of resources.

Firefighters will need to:

• Respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, and other calls to protect life and property

• Participate in site fire prevention and training

• Maintain the fire station and firefighting equipment

• Be committed to working well with a diverse group of coworkers and community members

• Support to the Environment, Safety, Health and Quality (ESH&Q) in the development and implementation of strategic plans, policies, and operational responsibilities

Additional information:

• This position is a 24-hour shift rotational shift that includes weekends and holidays

• Position is located in Lemont, IL

• Immediate openings

• Union/hourly paid position

Position Requirements

• Experience as firefighter is required

• Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of modern firefighting and emergency rescue is required

• Must be 18 years old in excellent physical and mental condition

• Must possess a valid driver`s license, class B is preferred

• Ability to pass medical examination requirements

• Ability to read, comprehend and respond to written and verbal technical directives

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to work weekend and shift work

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Licensed as a paramedic by IDPH or national registry EMT-P and has the ability to be accepted into Loyola EMS System

• Certified as Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter by the Office of the State Fire Marshal

• All activities, as they apply to work performed by self and working with others will be executed in compliance with the core values of Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork.

Job Family

Union

Job Profile

Dispatcher/Day Shift Firefighter

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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