Firefighter/EMS Provider

Start Date: April 09, 2025 | End Date: June 02, 2025
County: York County
Job Type: Public Safety - Fire
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The Position

The City of Saco Fire Department is accepting applications for the Firefighter/EMS Provider position. “The Saco Fire Department is committed to enhancing the quality of life for present and future generations of our community. We protect lives and property through Public Education, Fire Suppression, and Emergency Medical and Rescue Services.” We seek team members who will help us accomplish our mission and share our core values.

This is a responsible and professional position that will respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for the city. The primary function of a Saco Firefighter/EMS Provider is to protect the community from disaster and emergencies, provide emergency medical care, and promote an environment of public safety within the City of Saco Fire Department’s response area.

This position also participates in fire prevention and inspection activities, equipment and facility maintenance, and training dealing with all phases of fire suppression, prevention, inspection, rescue, and emergency medical operations. Work hours are typically two 24 hour shifts: 24 on, 48 off, 24 on, 96 off.

The Qualifications

A High School diploma or a GED is required. Maine BLS Structural Fire Firefighter, or equivalent and, Maine EMS EMT-B are required. Must obtain Maine EMS EMT-P License and Firefighter 2 prior to the completion of probationary period. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license. Compliance with Maine EMS Chapter 21 – Immunizations is required. Leading candidates for this position will be required to pass a criminal background check, reference checks, required medical examinations including a physical and a drug screening. Applicants who are Firefighter II/Paramedic certified will have a preference in hiring.

Applicants must possess the physical strength and ability to perform firefighting or pre-hospital medical care duties. In addition, the applicant must have good listening and communication skills and can establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, city officials, and the public.

Application Process

Please contact David Hamel, Fire Chief, with any questions about the position at (207)282-3244 or [email protected]. A complete application will include a letter of intent, resume, and references. You can apply online today by visiting www.sacomaine.org/careers. We will be accepting applications through 5/2/2025.

Compensation and Benefits:

Beginning May 1, 2025, probationary wages for Firefighters range from $27.93 - $32.57 depending on EMS License Level and Educational Incentives. Lateral Transfer wages increases may be available with applicable experience and work history.

Other benefits include:

• 13 paid holidays
• 60 hours of personal leave
• Sick time accrues at 4.615 hours per pay period
• Paid vacation time
• Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks)
• $400 annual clothing allowance
• Educational incentives
• Higher education tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• Retirement Options: MainePERS 3C Plan, 401 a, and 457.

Visit www.sacomaine.org/benefits for more information about benefits including details regarding our health insurance and retirement options.

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