Entry Level Firefighter Paramedic
21 hours ago
Boulder
Job Description:\n\nSalary: $89,047.78 - $118,758.85 Annually Boulder Rural Fire Rescue is seeking dedicated and experienced individuals to join our esteemed team as Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedics. If you have a passion for serving your community, developing top notch firefighting skills, and are ready for a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Please note that this position is expected to be hired in late Fall 2025, with Fire Academy starting in February 2026. Boulder Rural Fire Rescue proudly serves a diverse and expansive area, encompassing a wide range of landscapes and communities. BRFR serves roughly 17,500 residents of a 25 square mile fire protection district. Our coverage area spans across urban, suburban, and rural regions surrounding the vibrant city of Boulder, Colorado. From picturesque mountainous terrain to rolling plains and everything in between, our dedicated team of firefighters and paramedics are responsible for safeguarding a multitude of residential, commercial, and wildland areas. We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the communities we serve. Boulder Rural Fire punches above its weight classaggressive on scene, tight-knit in the station, and built for fire medics who want more than just a number on a roster. We offer industry-leading pay, FPPA, 457 matching, retirement healthcare, paternity leave, generous vacation and sick time, and real autonomy on calls. With a sustainable call volume that keeps you sharp without grinding you down, plus top-tier training and specialty team opportunities, this is where driven medics and firefighters come to thrive.Were a department that values initiative, supports growth, and backs its people with real resourcesnot red tape. Here, youre trusted to do the job you trained for, supported in your career goals, and surrounded by a crew that shows up for each other every day. If youre looking for meaningful work, elite standards, and a culture that actually lives up to its values Boulder Rural is where you belong. BRFR is an all-hazards Fire and Rescue Department providing Structural, Urban Interface and Wildland, Technical Rescue, Auto Extrication, HAZMAT, fire-based Paramedic ambulance transport, Public Education and safety inspections to our community. We operate a Paramedic Engine and ALS Transport Ambulance and run approximately 1,000 calls per year. At BRFR we pride ourselves on exceptional customer service, a robust training program and our amazing people. If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in people's lives and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to public safety, we encourage you to apply. Join us in safeguarding our community and ensuring the highest level of emergency response services. Benefits48/96 ScheduleTop of the line EMS and Fire equipment & trainingFocus on physical and mental wellness100% employer paid Health, Dental, and vision insuranceGenerous paid time off and 12 paid holidaysFPPA Pension retirement plan and optional pre-tax 457 plan (4% matching with expected increase in 2026)Life and disability insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Paternity and Maternity leaveStrong Military leave policy To Apply 1) To apply, submit the job application available on this site before September 30th, 2025. 2) Candidates must possess a current CPAT card at the time of application or arrange to take the Boulder Rural PAT.Candidates who do not already possess a current CPAT can visit more information and to schedule one through AIMS. If you do not upload a current CPAT card with your application, you will be contacted to schedule the Boulder Rural PAT if you are selected to continue in the application process. 3) In-person skill assessments and employee panel interviews will take place the week of October 20th, 2025. You will be contacted if selected to move forward in the application process with more specific dates. 4) Conditional Offers will be made in November 2025. Please contact with questions. Mandatory Qualifications and RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED.At least 21 years of age.Possess and maintain a current, unrestricted Colorado drivers license with an acceptable driving record or out-of-state license with the ability to obtain a Colorado driver's license within one year of hire.Possess and maintain NREMT-P and/or State of Colorado EMT-P certification.Possess and maintain current ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications.Pass BRFRs Physical Agility Test within the period established by BRFR or hold a current CPAT.Must complete on-board training within 90 days of hire. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 1.16 Career Firemedic Job Description SERVICE HOURS: Full Time, 56 Hours per Week FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt UNION STATUS: Union, covered under the collective bargaining agreement EFFECTIVE DATE: December 1st, 2019 This job description is established by the Boulder Rural Fire Protection District (BRFR) to outline the basic requirements, duties and general responsibilities of the position of Career Firemedic. This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position. This position is covered by the bargaining unit and is subject to all terms, including but not limited to: pay, benefits, termination and disciplinary actions in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for no reason, without prior notice. Unless expressly defined in this job description, all terms have the same meaning as defined in the Personnel Handbook, as may be amended from time to time by the BRFR Board in its sole discretion. 1.16.1 Position Summary The Firemedic is a front-line firefighter who performs emergency medical services at the paramedic level as well as firefighting services required to protect life and/or property from the dangers of fire, hazardous materials, accidents, and natural or man-made disasters, using a variety of medical procedures and firefighting techniques with the provided equipment. The Career Firemedic also performs fire safety inspections and other fire prevention activities, as required. The Career Firemedic may also perform a variety of technical work and labor required to drive, operate, engineer and maintain BRFR pumping apparatus once qualified to do so. The Career Firemedic is normally scheduled to work a 48/96 schedule, comprised of two consecutive 24-hour hour shifts (48 hours) on duty, and followed by 96 hours off duty. 1.16.4 Primary Duties and Responsibilities The following are an overview of the primary duties and general responsibilities for this position and shall not be considered an all-inclusive list: 1.16.4.1 General:Knowledge of all applicable laws, and BRFRs SOGs, Personnel Handbook, organizational chart and chain of command.Follows written and oral orders and directions of all supervisors.Operates in conjunction with all officers and members.Conducts himself/herself in a manner that reflects positively on BRFR.Possesses good communications skills. Effectively works as a member of a team, including functioning as a member of a combination department working with both career and volunteer members on a regular basis.Obtains and maintains a sound knowledge of BRFRs geography.Works cooperatively in mutual aid, training and/or other social occasions with other agencies.Able to prioritize quickly to determine the most effective course of action.Works in a positive manner and encourages safe and coordinated teamwork and emergency response.Participates in a proactive, regular, physical fitness and wellness program.Treats other employees, members, and the public with dignity, courtesy and respect.Responsible for participating in all on-duty training and safety programs conducted or provided through BRFR.Satisfactorily performs all duties assigned by a supervisor.Consistently promotes a professional image of BRFR at all times.At the direction of his/her supervisor or other higher-ranking officer, may work weekdays, holidays, weekends, evenings and nights in addition to his/her regularly scheduled shifts.May attend remote meetings, conferences and trainings that will require out of town travel and/or overnight lodging paid for by the department.If qualified as a BRFD acting officer, assume shift leadership responsibilities when requested by his/her supervisor or other higher-ranking officer.Supports the Shift Captain with daily duties, training and station/equipment maintenance.Successfully completes BRFRs initial probationary period.Performs such other duties as may be assigned by a Captain or other supervisor from time to time. 1.16.4.2 Firefighter Duties: Responds to emergency calls as a member of an engine or ambulance company.Achieves and maintains a high level of knowledge of firefighting methods, and use of all firefighting and rescue equipment.Assists with the care and maintenance of fire stations, grounds, fire apparatus and other vehicles and equipment employed in the performance of duties.Maintains knowledge of fire prevention and inspection standards and practices necessary to satisfactorily perform fire safety inspections.Performs testing of fire hydrants, fire hose and fire protection systems.Assists in the on-duty delivery of public education programs in fire safety.Performs a variety of technical and manual labor duties required to locate, control and extinguish fires, including connecting to fire hydrants, connecting hoses and nozzles, and laying in supply and attack hoses.Uses visual, sensory, judgment criteria and thermal imaging equipment to locate fire sources. 9. Applies fire streams (water, chemical and/or portable extinguishers) on fire sources; carries, positions and raises ground ladders.Uses a variety of hand-held and powered tools (axes, pike poles, saws, etc.) necessary to locate, control and extinguish fires.Performs forcible entry operations to gain access into structures, using a variety of tools and equipment.Performs salvage operations to prevent damage to property not involved in fires and/or emergency situations, including the placement of covers, removing property from danger, and removing water, smoke and heat from structures, etc.Performs tasks to extricate individuals safely from wrecked vehicles, structures, earth cave-ins, etc., using a variety of tools and equipment (saws, jacks, pry bars, etc.).Inspects commercial and public buildings as a member of a fire company to ensure compliance with applicable Fire Codes and nationally recognized standards.Informs the public of the need for fire prevention.Assists in preparing inspection reports.Identifies hazardous materials.Familiar with structures within BRFR.Maintains, cleans, services, inspects and loads firefighting and/or emergency equipment, tools, etc. on company apparatus.Assists in minor repairs to apparatus and equipment.Cleans assigned fire station quarters, apparatus rooms, etc.Participates in training classes and drills to maintain and increase firefighting and emergency techniques and response.Participates in and may instruct station training activities.Performs a variety of technical and manual labor tasks to ventilate structures involved in fire, smoke and odor calls, including the placement of fans, mechanical opening of rooms, floors, walls, and the opening and/or closing of doors, windows and vents.Performs search and rescue operations to locate and remove individuals from fire and emergency situations. 1.16.4.3 Paramedic Duties Upon arrival at an emergency medical scene, evaluate the medical needs of the patient(s), and provide medical care in accordance with, and subject to the limitations of, the Boulder County Medical Protocols at the paramedic level.Inspect, maintain and document BRFRs EMS equipment.Maintain custody of medical controlled substances and document uses in accordance with BRFRs SOGs.Complete Patient Care Reports at the first available opportunity in accordance with BRFRs SOGs. Participate in patient care report QA/QI process, if requested.Keep current on all new developments in the Emergency Medical Services Field and provide necessary shift level trainings to keep all EMTs trained to current practices. 1.16.6 Working Environment/Physical Requirements This position requires work in a variety of locations and conditions, including living quarters and office areas, in and around a wide variety of automotive, mechanical, chemical and medical equipment or supplies, and emergency scenes of every type. Strenuous physical activity under extreme adverse conditions will be required periodically.This position requires standing, running, walking, sitting, kneeling, stooping, bending, lifting, squatting, pushing, pulling, crawling, jumping, sliding, climbing, pinching, gripping, digging, spraying, reaching over head, reaching away from body, and repetitive motion.Will be required to work in all weather conditions and in extreme temperatures.Work may be performed under hazardous and adverse conditions, including but not limited to, slippery and uneven surfaces, proximity to moving mechanical equipment, burning structures, broken glass or other materials, electrical currents, high places, and confined spaces.Work may result in exposure to smoke, gases, chemicals, fumes, odors, mists and dusts, which can affect the respiratory system or skin requiring the wearing of furnished PPE.Work may result in exposure to individuals or blood carrying infectious diseases or illnesses, such as Hepatitis A, B or C, HIV, tuberculosis, small pox, etc. requiring the wearing of furnished PPE.Work may result in exposure to high noise levels requiring the wearing of hearing protection. 8. This position demands frequent use of sensory activities such as talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, feeling (identifying objects by touch), depth perception and color vision.This position will involve periods of high physical, mental and/or emotional stress.