Firefighter

Job overview

The Firefighter role is onsite in Andover, Kansas. Pay is $50,681.28 per year; the posting also states a minimum of $16.95 per hour and says pay is determined by prior experience. The firefighter supports the City of Andover’s fire and rescue services and community risk reduction mission. The firefighter responds to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, and hazardous-material incidents; provides medical care; maintains apparatus and station facilities; and participates in public education and training. The role protects life and property through emergency response, prevention, and community service.

What you'll do

• Perform firefighting and rescue tasks
• operate emergency vehicles and equipment
• provide medical care to sick and injured people
• maintain apparatus, equipment, station, and grounds
• participate in community risk reduction and public education
• complete reports and administrative tasks
• maintain physical condition and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

firefighter

andover ks

city of andover kansas

fire and rescue

emergency medical care

rescue

hazardous materials

community risk reduction

$50,681.28/year

24-hour-plus shifts

high school diploma

kansas emt

firefighter 1

paid holidays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays (firefighters receive 12 hours of holiday pay), medical and dental insurance, Kansas Police and Fireman’s Retirement System, YMCA discount, EAP, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and disability insurance.

Why this role

Shift work may extend beyond 24 hours and include nighttime work; Kansas EMT or higher certification, Firefighter 1, and NIMS certifications are preferred and required within one year as stated.

About the employer

City of Andover Kansas is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.