Firefighter I

Shelbyville Fire Department | Shelbyville, KY

Date Posted: 12/2/2024 10:59:26 AM

Description:

The Shelbyville Fire Department is accepting applications for full-time firefighter(s), including lateral hires.

General Duties: This position serves under the fire captain or fire sergeant and routinely works 24-hour shifts with scheduled 48 hours off-duty.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: operating all fire apparatus and communication equipment assigned to the department; safely transporting personnel, fire apparatus, and equipment to fires, accidents, rescue, civil defense, hazardous materials, and natural disaster calls to prevent/extinguish fire or rescue victims; assisting with building inspection, fire prevention, and public relation duties; ensuring clean, orderly and safe work environments; ensuring that apparatus and equipment are clean and maintained in proper working order; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Education and Certification Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or General Educational Development certificate (GED)
• A valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky
• Must possess and maintain the following certifications:
  • 300-hour certification
  • Emergency Medical Technician Certification (EMT-B or EMT-A, P) as established and certified by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services (KBEMS)
  • Certifications from the US Department of Homeland Security/FEMA that include NIMS IS-100, 200, 700, and 800
  • A CPAT card as certified by the Kentucky Fire Commission at time of hire. The CPAT requirement may be waived for a lateral transfer who is currently employed with or who has previously been employed by a Kentucky fire department prior to Jan. 1, 2013, in accordance with KRS Chapters 67, 75, and 95; and who has not been out of the fire service for more than one (1) year.
• Must obtain IFSAC Firefighter I and II certifications and OSHA 1910:120 Hazardous Materials Technician certification within 12 months of hire. Qualified candidates will be notified via email of their test date. Candidates who show proof of IFSAC accreditations in Firefighter 1 and 2 may forgo the written exam and be given a score of 80. Successful completion of the physical agility test is required for anyone with a CPAT card greater than 180 days old.

Salary: Compensated based upon years of service in career firefighting. Paid an additional $4,429 annually through the Kentucky Fire Commission’s incentive program. Excellent benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; 401k and 457 plans; hazardous duty retirement; military leave; sick leave; and other paid time off (accrued vacation and holiday hours to be used throughout the year).

Salary Information: Compensated based upon years of service in career firefighting. (see above)
Application Deadline: 01/06/2025

Application packets can be obtained at City Hall (315 Washington St., Shelbyville, KY) or downloaded on our website at www.shelbyvillekentucky.com. Please include copies of certifications demonstrating qualifications with your application. A resume will not substitute for a completed and signed application. Applications must be received at City Hall by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. For questions, please call (502) 633-7101. E. O. E. / A. D. A.

Rob Rothenburger
Fire Chief
1040 Main Street
Shelbyville, KY 40065