Firefighter (PDF) at Town of Lexington

Lexington Fire DepartmentThe Town of Lexington is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture ofdiversity, equity and inclusion. The Town values and celebrates the diversity of the community,recognizing the contributions from all of our employees, visitors, businesses and residents thatenrich the character and quality of life in Lexington. Therefore, to best serve all constituents, thegovernment of the Town will promote, as well as respect and accommodate, diversity in itsworkforce. The Town of Lexington is currently hiring for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. Minimumqualifications for hire include: MA registered EMT-Paramedic (at time of hire)*, valid class Ddriver's license, and passing a written exam** to be scheduled after an interview. Candidateswith pro board certification in Firefighter I & II will be given preference.The Lexington Fire Department is a progressive full-time career department that provides firesuppression, hazardous condition mitigation, emergency medical services at the advanced lifesupport level, and community based fire prevention activities.The present wage for a Firefighter/Paramedic is $72,045.99 (including hazmat and paramedicstipends), plus eleven paid holidays, education stipends, and paid vacation and sick leave.As a condition of employment, qualified candidates will be subject to a backgroundinvestigation, pre-employment physical exam including drug test and physical abilities test(PAT), and a psychological exam.Interested candidates are required to complete and submit a Town application including copiesof certification(s) by email to [email protected] or by mail to:Human Resources DepartmentTown of Lexington1625 Massachusetts AvenueLexington, MA 02420 The REQUIRED Town application form may be downloaded from www.lexingtonma.gov or youmay call 781-698-4590.*Please note: Individuals who have not yet obtained their Paramedic certification may apply, but will notbe eligible for hire until they receive it.** A $45.00 non-refundable exam fee will be required prior to taking the written exam. The Town of Lexington is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.