Job Description

The City of Martinsville Fire & EMS Department is testing for full-time positions.

Full-Time   Minimum Requirements : Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18 years of age, and possess a valid Virginia driver’s license.  Preference is given to applicants holding current Virginia Firefighter I and EMT certifications .

 

The starting full-time pay range for certified hires, based on Virginia Firefighter and EMS certifications, is $50,000 - $60,800.

The starting full-time minimum pay for non-certified hires is $45,455 until academy training is complete.

Full-time benefits include Virginia Retirement System options, paid sick leave, holiday and vacation time options, health insurance options, hazardous duty pay options, higher education incentives, and more.

Candidates must successfully complete physical agility and EMS assessment testing. Testing information will be provided to selected applicants.

Pre-employment physical, background investigation, and drug test required for selected applicants.

If selected, candidates are required to obtain their EMT-Advanced certification within a designated time frame.

DISCLAIMER:
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and may be modified at any time based on the needs of the City.

Background Check Requirement
Completion of a background check is required as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Martinsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Drug-Free Workplace
The City of Martinsville is a Drug-Free Workplace. Post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when the criteria outlined in City policy are met.

E-Verify
The City of Martinsville participates in the Federal E-Verify Program.

Work Authorization
The City of Martinsville is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Recruiting Agencies
The City of Martinsville does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or independent recruiters. Resumes submitted without a signed recruiting agreement for a specific position will become the property of the City, and no placement fee will be paid.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area

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