City of Portland - Firefighter / EMT

City Of Portland Firefighter / EMT

The City of Portland has the largest professional fire and emergency medical services department in the State of Maine. 220+ sworn members work around the clock to protect the citys nearly 70,000 citizens. In addition to fire protection and EMS, the Portland Fire Department fully staffs the Air Rescue Station at the Portland International Jetport; boasts the only Heavy Rescue Company that provides technical rescue capabilities regionally; and has one of the few Marine Firefighting Divisions in Maine. A career with the PFD provides more variety and opportunities for advancement than any other firefighter position in the state. The PFD is seeking ambitious, talented firefighter / EMTs who have a passion for serving their community while continuously improving their skills. The current hiring cycle will focus on the delivery of a streamlined onboarding for candidates certified with Firefighter I and II and a current EMT-B or higher EMS license, with a likely start date at the end of September 2025. Non-certified applicants are encouraged to apply and engage in the recruiting process for a potential Spring 2026 start date. Lateral Transfers : The PFD accommodates lateral applicants with at least three years of full time experience by providing a streamlined onboarding process with additional initial pay at the step level in the Local 740 contract equivalent to outside experience up to a maximum of 12 years.

Requirements for hire :

• Reached the age of twenty-one (21), or have reached the age of twenty (20) with two years of post-high school education.
• Must hold and maintain a valid Maine EMT-Basic or higher EMS license before work start date, with EMT-A or higher preferred.
• EMT-Basics will be required to obtain certification as an EMT-Advanced within one year of employment, but with support from the department.
• Applicants must successfully pass a background check.
• Must complete the Portland Fire Department Physical Ability Test or provide a valid IAFF / IAFC Candidate Physical Ability Test card.
• Complete a job suitability assessment; and pass a medical exam.
• Candidates with FF I and II certification are desired, but non-certified candidates can be certified through a 9-week new hire training academy.

Salary & Benefits :

Applications will be accepted until 10 / 31 / 2025. For more information call Peg Mitschele at 207-874-8407 OR pfdhiring@portlandmaine.gov. The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please