23-0006 Firefighter/EMT/PT

POSITION TITLE:         FIREFIGHTER/EMT/PART TIME

DEPARTMENT:             FIRE

POSITION NO.:             23-0006

STARTING SALARY:    $16.00 HOURLY

The City of Lake City is accepting applications for the position Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).  This positions consists of entry level firefighting duties of a varied nature under the direction of a superior officer.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the street locations, geography and various types of construction in the City; knowledge of the various types of fire hazards of the City; knowledge and skill in the use of emergency medical treatment practices; and knowledge of firefighting techniques, policies, procedures and practices. This applicant must possess the ability to learn and perform many and varied firefighting techniques and procedures; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions; and ability to work at heights. The ideal candidate will be skilled in the use and maintenance of firefighting equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicant must be a High School graduate or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), completion of minimum standards as required by the State of Florida.  Must possess a Florida Certification as a Firefighter and a Class “D” Non-Commercial Florida Driver’s License.  Must possess a valid Florida EMT Certification.  Applicant will be required to pass a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen. 

Interested parties can apply online through the link for " Application for General Employment" above or an application may be obtained from, and returned to Human Resources, City Hall, 205 N Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL 32055. 

The City of Lake City is an EEO/AA/ADA/VP employer.

Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.

THIS VACANCY WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED