Firefighter/ALS Provider

The Bristol Fire Department has an immediate opening for a Full-Time Firefighter/ALS Provider. The Department is seeking energetic applicants that are looking to serve and be a part of this great Lakes Region community. The successful candidate will be assigned to a 24-hours on, 48-hours off schedule, with a Kelly Day every three weeks. 

Bristol Fire responds to ~1500 emergency calls annually. The successful candidate will work on a modern apparatus and ambulance fleet out of a new public safety building. Strong housing inventory, combined with great restaurants, events, parks and recreation trails, and great beaches on Newfound Lake, Bristol is a true Live, Work, and Play community. 

Position open until filled. First resume review is January 30, 2025, at 1200 hours.

Starting Salary based on qualifications and experience. Current Salary Range:

$59,030 to 81,711/annual FF/Advanced EMT (12 Step Scale) 

$63,897 to 88,449/annual FF/Paramedic (12 Step Scale)

Minimum Qualifications:

·         Firefighter II (ProBoard or ability to obtain reciprocity in NH)

·         Licensed New Hampshire AEMT (or ability to obtain NH license)

·         Must pass criminal record and N.H. motor vehicle background checks

·         Current CPAT certificate OR Lateral transfer of full-time career personnel pursuant to State of New Hampshire Administrative Rule 703.01 

Additional Consideration for:

·         Paramedic Certification

·         CDL-B with tank and airbrake endorsements

·         Associate Degree or higher 

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, résumé, and a Town of Bristol application by mail to the address below, or email as a PDF to blaroche@bristolnh.gov. 

Bristol Fire Department

Ben LaRoche, Fire Chief

85 Lake Street

Bristol, NH 03222 

An application may be found at www.bristolnh.gov           

The Town of Bristol is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (EEO/ADA)