Job Summary
The Town of Merrimack Fire & Rescue Department is seeking qualified Firefighter Paramedics. This posting is to fill 1 opening and create an eligibility list for future openings.
Normal work days: 24 hours on shift/72 hours off shift
Hours of work: 8:00am - 8:00am
Current Wage Scale (rates shown are /hr.):
Position: Firefighter Paramedic
Hire: $26.32
6 Months: $28.49
12 Months: $30.29
Top of Firefighter wage scale at 12 Months. Eligible for Master Firefighter/Paramedic within 3-5 years and passing test - Current MFF/Paramedic Wage Scale - $31.17 - $34.32/hour
Hourly incentives are paid, and tuition reimbursement is available, after successful probationary period. Full list of incentives are listed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (Download PDF reader).
100% Employer paid premiums for family Health Insurance and Employee Life and Short-term Disability Insurance! Family Dental insurance premium 90% paid by employer.
Examples of Duties
HS Diploma or GED. Nationally Registered Emergency Paramedic. Certified Firefighter I with Firefighter II prior to 1 year of employment, Hazardous Materials Operations, current successful completion of State of NH Fire Entrance examination- CPAT, Associates Degree in Fire Science or related field preferred, Demonstrated oral and written communications skills.
Benefits
The Town offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees which includes:
- 100% employer paid family health insurance premiums
- 100% employee life, and short-term disability insurance premiums.
- 90% employer paid family dental insurance premiums.
- Participation in New Hampshire Retirement System
- Optional benefits such as, deferred compensation plans, long-term disability, & supplemental life insurance.
- Paid leave including, holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave.
- College tuition reimbursement and flexible spending accounts may also be available depending upon the position.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.