Firefighter/ EMT

Protects life and property through fire prevention and suppression, basic life support and rescue actions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responds to emergency and non-emergency medical calls for service. Responds to fire related calls for service. Provides emergency medical treatment to injured persons using modern EMS techniques. Engages in the suppression of fire activity, as directed. Engages in the operation of extrication and immobilization equipment. Engages in the delivery and proper positioning of emergency vehicles and fire apparatus to scenes. Participates in rescue operations by carrying individuals from danger. Engages in the transporting of patients to area hospitals. Performs maintenance tests on medical and fire equipment, including vehicles, to assure they're functioning properly. Performs blood pressure evaluations. Participates in fire training to maintain an acceptable level of proficiency. Performs other duties as assigned.

The City of Greenacres offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes city-paid health, dental, vision and life insurance, in addition to retirement plan(s), paid vacation, sick leave, thirteen (13) paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.

Greenacres Fire Rescue is proud to roll out the Spartan Schedule effective 10/1/2026, making us the first department in Florida with this unique a 42-hour work week which consists of a 24/48, 24/96 rotation.

All Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians serve a one (1) year probationary period.

Minimum Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Must have graduated from an accredited high school, or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license. Must live in the state of Florida. Must submit to Level II fingerprinting with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and PBSO upon offer of employment. Must be of good moral character. Must submit to a post offer psychological, CVSA, and physical examination with drug screen.

Education & Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a State issued G.E.D. certificate or equivalent. Possess and maintains a valid State of Florida Class E driver's license. Must Possess and maintain certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic in the State of Florida. Possess and maintain State of Florida Certification for Firefighter II. Possess and maintain a valid Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card from American Red Cross or American Heart Association at the Health Care Provider level. Documentation of successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), or reasonable equivalent as approved by the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.

Requirements: Age 18+, High school diploma or GED, Legal eligibility to work in US, Firefighter/EMT certification required

Salary: $62,992.65 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-09-25