Now Hiring
Welcome to Fern Creek Fire & EMS! We are excited that you have taken your first steps to pursuing a career with our organization. Current opening will be listed below. Even if there are no current openings, we are always accepting applications. Once we have your application someone will reach out to you when hiring process begins.
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Full-Time Firefighter
Minimum Requirements
CPAT IFSAC FF 1 & 2 KYEMT
Also…
Each candidate must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. All candidates must have a minimum high school diploma or GED, and be able to pass a Criminal and Employment background check.
A CPAT card as certified by the Kentucky Fire Commission at date 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 January 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
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
This position preforms various types of emergency services. This position is also responsible for preforming station duties including, but not limited to, maintaining apparatus readiness, station cleaning, and participating in training.
Benefits
24/48 Schedule
Fully paid family insurance:
Health, Dental, & Vision
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Cancer insurance policy
2 Weeks Parental Leave
CERS Hazardous Duty Retirement
Life insurance policies: $25,000/employee,
$5000/spouse, $4000/children
PTO accrual (88 hours/year)
Sick time accrual (88 hours/year)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Deferred compensation plans
Salary
Starting Pay: $44,002.87 Plus $4,300 State Incentive
Additional Pay For: A-EMT or Paramedic
Full Time EMS
EMTs A-EMTs Paramedics
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Under the general supervision of management staff, the Fire Inspector performs fire protection work on behalf of Fern Creek Fire Protection District by conducting inspections of public and private premises, enforcing fire ordinances and regulations, and educating the public on fire safety practices. The Fire Inspector also performs related work in support of their assigned division, program, or function within the
Fire Prevention Division: assumes on-going programmatic duties and responsibilities specific to their area of assignment, which may include building, planning, and/or Fire Prevention. They will also provide specialized departmental or program information and assistance to District staff and the public.
Benefits
24/48 Schedule
Fully paid family insurance:
Health, Dental, & Vision
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Cancer insurance policy
2 Weeks Parental Leave
CERS Hazardous Duty Retirement
Life insurance policies: $25,000/employee,
$5000/spouse, $4000/children
PTO accrual (88 hours/year)
Sick time accrual (88 hours/year)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Deferred compensation plans
Salary Information
EMT - $44,002.87
A-EMT - $46,062.87
Paramedic - $60,769.03
EMS Academy
We are offering an amazing opportunity for you to start your career in emergency services. Fern Creek Fire & EMS is hosting its first ever EMS Academy. Get paid while attending EMT school! After graduating you’ll be assigned to a 12- or 24-hour shift. You’ll also be eligible for further training in Firefighting, Technical Rescue, and Paramedicine!
Get paid while attending EMT Classes Full-Time.
Classes meet Monday – Friday
No Experience Needed!
Must be a minimum 18 years of age and have a valid driving license.
High School Diploma or GED Required.
Fleet Maintenance
Minimum Requirements
Must have experience with maintenance of machinery, vehicles, building equipment and services.
Must be a minimum 18 years of age and have a valid driving license.
High School Diploma or GED Required.
