Paramedic Cadet

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Paramedic Cadet to join our team at the City of Livonia, MI. As a Paramedic Cadet, you will be responsible for providing emergency medical services while attending and graduating from a Michigan Bureau of Fire Services (BFS) Regional Fire Training Center-Fire Academy.

• Perform emergency medical services while attending and graduating from a Michigan Bureau of Fire Services (BFS) Regional Fire Training Center-Fire Academy.
• Respond to fire alarms with a fire company and prepare to fight fire by connecting hose to hydrants or pumps and joining hose sections and nozzles to hose.
• Enter burning buildings and operate nozzle to direct stream of water on fires.
• Operate equipment to facilitate entry into locked buildings through approved forcible entry methods.
• Operate hand fire extinguishers and similar equipment in extinguishing fires.
• Operate pumps to maintain an adequate water volume and pressure.
• Raise, lower, and climb ladders.
• Ventilate burning buildings to carry off smoke and gases.
• Rescue individuals and provide appropriate emergency medical assistance.
• Perform property conservation operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.
• May drive ladder trucks, pumper trucks, and emergency trucks in responding to fire alarms and in returning to the station.
• Attend instruction sessions concerning firefighting methods, equipment operation, first aid, and street hydrant locations, and maintain good physical fitness.
• Administer first response first aid to injured or afflicted persons.

• Be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien with the right to work in the United States.
• Have a high school diploma or valid equivalency certificate.
• Hold a current State of Michigan Paramedic License or National Registry Paramedic certification with eligibility to be licensed as a Paramedic in Michigan.
• Possess normal visual functions and acuity in each eye, correctable to 20/20 with eyeglasses.
• Be free from any physical defects, chronic diseases, organic diseases, organic or functional conditions or mental and emotional instabilities which may tend to impair the efficient performance of duties or which might endanger the lives of others or the individual employee.
• Possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's or a basic commercial driver's licenses and have an acceptable driving record.

The City of Livonia, MI offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and a defined benefit plan. Employees also receive paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and personal business time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and skilled individual who is passionate about providing emergency medical services, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.