Full Time Firefighter EMT

General Description

North Tooele Fire District (NTFD) is seeking dedicated, qualified candidates for the position of Full-Time Firefighter/EMT. Firefighters are responsible for responding to emergency calls, performing fire suppression, emergency medical care, and technical rescue operations, as well as participating in ongoing training and community engagement. This position also includes equipment and facility maintenance duties to ensure operational readiness across the District.

 Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid State of Utah Driver’s License
• Current Firefighter II certification
• Current Hazmat Awareness/Operations certification
• Current State of Utah EMT license
• Completion of NIMS ICS-100, ICS-200, and IS-700
• Basic Life Support CPR certification
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Preferenced Qualifications

• Current Wildland Firefighter Type 1 and current NWCG FFT2 Red Card
• Apparatus Driver/Operator – Pumper (ADO-P) certification
• Experience driving fire apparatus
• State of Utah Advanced EMT or Paramedic license

Additional Requirements

• Potential candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination in accordance with NFPA 1582 standards, as well as pass a standard BCI Background check.

BCI Criminal History Report

It is the applicant's responsibility to provide to the NTFD a BCI Criminal History Report dated within the last 90 days prior to the review of the application. Please note: A concealed weapons permit does not meet this requirement. This background check is obtained through the Department of Public Safety, Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) For more information click here. Please submit a copy of your Criminal History report with your application. Any application submitted without a BCI Criminal History Report will NOT be considered.

Work Expectations

 This is a full-time, permanent position assigned to a 48/96 schedule on an assigned platoon (A, B, or C), with shifts beginning at 7:00 AM.  The anticipated start date is May 31, 2025. Firefighters are expected to maintain operational readiness at all times and must be prepared to respond to emergencies including structure fires, wildland incidents, medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, and hazardous materials situations.

Additional work expectations include:

• Daily training and participation in continuing education to maintain certifications
• Station and apparatus maintenance, including inspections, cleaning, and minor repairs
• Public education and community engagement activities
• Adherence to NTFD policies, operational guidelines, and professional conduct standards
• Participation in department drills, operational exercises, and interagency training

Firefighters must demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, physical fitness, and decision-making under pressure. Flexibility to work overtime, fill shift vacancies, or respond to large-scale incidents may be required.

Compensation and Benefits Package

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• Competitive starting salary (dependent upon qualifications and certifications) with an increase following successful completion of probation
• Step increases based on time in service and satisfactory performance, in accordance with District policy
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
• Paid holiday compensation, equivalent to 16 recognized holidays per year
• Health Insurance Coverage - Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with 90% of the premium covered by the District
• Retirement benefits through Utah Retirement Systems (URS)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance - fully paid by the District
• Uniforms and PPE – provided by the District
• Opportunities for advancement and career development through internal promotion, training, and certification programs

Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications. There are four (4) open positions, and recruitment will remain open until filled.

Physical Fitness Expectation

Candidates must maintain a high level of physical fitness and will be required to successfully complete a Physical Agility Test as part of the selection process. While employed, firefighters are expected to sustain a level of physical readiness necessary to safely and effectively perform all duties associated with fire suppression, emergency medical response, and rescue operations.

Community Role

NTFD Firefighters play a vital role in serving and protecting the community—not just through emergency response, but through education, prevention, and outreach. Firefighters act as public ambassadors for safety and preparedness and are expected to engage with the public at community events, school programs, and station tours.

How to Apply

To apply, an NTFD employment application and resumé with cover letter MUST be submitted through the North Tooele Fire District website at www.ntfdutah.gov via Join Our Team employment application tab.

Selection Process

All candidates will be required to complete a series of evaluations including:

• Physical Agility Test – Candidates will complete a timed series of firefighter-related tasks, including but not limited to a hose drag, stair climb, forcible entry (tire hit with sledgehammer), equipment carry, victim rescue and over/under obstacle crawl. The test will be performed while wearing full PPE and an SCBA on air, simulating real-world fireground conditions. The course must be completed in one continuous circuit without rest and will be assessed on a pass/fail basis. The time limit will be 10 minutes.
• Oral Board Interview – A formal panel interview evaluating qualifications, background, and communication skills.
• Final Chief Interview – Selected candidates will be invited to a final interview with the Deputy Chief and Fire Chief.

Timeline

• April 18 - Applications due by 5:00pm
• April 28 – May 1: Physical Agility Test and Oral Board Interview (scheduled on the same day)
• May 8–9: Final Chief Interviews for selected candidates
• May 12–16: Final Notifications and Offer Letters
• May 30: New Hire Orientation
• Week of May 31: Platoon assignments and shift start

Contact

For questions about the position, please contact Cassandra Ray, Administrative Chief at 435-882-6730 ext 101 or admin@ntfdutah.gov.