Full Time Firefighter/Paramedic

BATH TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT
1787 N. DIXIE HWY.
LIMA, OHIO 45801
(419) 221-0550

JOB POSITION

Full Time Firefighter/Paramedic

DESCRIPTION

Bath Township Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic. We currently have one opening as well as two anticipated retirements.

Located in Northwest Ohio, Bath Township has a population of 9,850 and an annual run volume of approximately 1700 calls for service. We are a progressive department with a focus on safety, training, professional development, and customer service. Our core values are: Service, Integrity, Professionalism, and Compassion.

Minimum qualifications include: 18 years of age, high school diploma or GED, Ohio Firefighter Level II certification, valid Ohio driver’s license, & State of Ohio Paramedic certificate.

Desired qualifications include: Hazmat Technician level certification, ACLS, & PALS, but not required.

Excellent teamwork and communication skills will be required for the successful candidate. Employment is dependent on successful completion of CPAT or Firefighter Mile physical fitness evaluation/assessment, drug screening, thorough background check, and OP&FPF physical.

Bath Township employees are required to reside in Allen or an adjacent county.

  • Year one starting pay: $51,306.83*
  • Lateral transfer program for eligible applicants
  • Medical, dental, and vison insurance available
  • Life insurance policy provided
  • Personal time off
  • Trade time policy
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Vacation accrual system
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Paid training/continuing education program
  • Nice facilities with new apparatus and equipment
  • Excellent union/management relationship
  • Mix of commercial, residential, and rural service area

Job descriptions and application packets may be picked up at the Bath Township Fire Department, 1787 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, Ohio 45801, from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday-Friday or by completing the National Testing Network online hiring process.

Applicants shall also submit a current resume with their completed application.

Bath Township Fire Department is an equal opportunity employer and a drug/tobacco free workplace.

*Does not include applicants who are hired through a lateral transfer as they may be eligible to start at higher step on our wage scale. Also, does not include holiday overtime or regular overtime.