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WILMETTE, VILLAGE OF
1304 LAKE AVE
WILMETTE, ILLINOIS 60091
847-251-1101

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Updated: August 05, 2026

VILLAGE OF WILMETTE, ILLINOIS

JOB TITLE: Firefighter- Firefighter/Paramedic
DEPARTMENT: Fire
SUPERVISOR: Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic

POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs emergency firefighting and emergency medical services including rescue, fire suppression, fire prevention as well as all duties delegated by law, ordinance, rule or regulation, or practice or procedure. A substantial amount of time will be spent training and studying methods, techniques, procedures, department property and equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Station and Apparatus Maintenance

Cleans and insures proper operating condition of assigned apparatus, including maintenance and minor mechanical repair;
Insures the proper care, working condition, and appearance of fire engines, trucks, squads, and ambulance to which he/she is assigned;
Cleans and properly maintains the buildings and grounds to which he/she is assigned;
Monitors the operating efficiency of apparatus or vehicle assigned to his/her care and promptly inform his/her shift officer of any difficulties or irregularities which may affect operation or immediate response;
Performs daily inventory check and maintains adequate supply of all tools, appliances, and supplies on the apparatus in his/her assigned station.

Fire Suppression

Reacts and responds to orders during medical, fire and other emergency calls in accordance with Department Standard Operating Procedures;
Directs and/or supervises others at the scene of an emergency when directed to do so;

Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 2

Engages in rescue, fire control, and extinguishment, and property conservation, including the use of fire hoses, ladders, and other fire suppression and rescue equipment;
Operates fire apparatus, rescue and other emergency equipment under adverse emergency circumstances;
Becomes and remains familiar with pre-plans, geographical locations, target and special hazards within the response area;
Becomes and remains familiar with the standard operating procedures of fire ground operations, highrise operations, and elevator operations.

Emergency Medical Service

Provides emergency medical care to those in need or when called upon under the direction of the resource hospital;
Becomes and remains familiar with the policy and procedures manual of the emergency medical services system;
Becomes and remains familiar with the standard operating procedures of the emergency medical services system;
Conducts inspections and inventory of ambulances on a scheduled basis;
Collects patient information and acts upon it;
Prepares written EMS reports and supplemental reports as needed;
Develops and remains familiar with the skills of gaining access and
disentanglement of victims from entrapment;
Communicates patient status to physician by radio or telemetry;
Stabilizes patient and transports them to emergency facilities.

Organizational Support

Conducts and/or attends continuing educational programs of training and instruction, including attendance at scheduled drills and classes, as assigned. Participate in company fire inspections and in pre-fire surveys;
Develops and maintains required skills and certifications associated with the areas of special instruction and expertise such as:

Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 3

Certified Fire Fighter II/Basic Firefighter/Advanced Firefighter
Hazardous Materials I
Emergency Medical Technician Basic and Paramedic
- Prepares clear, accurate and complete reports, logs and documents of any and all activities engaged in;
- Becomes and remains familiar with the use of the computer and data entry;
- Performs support duties utilizing the telephone, computer terminal, and assists with data processing and filing.

Risk Care Management

Develops and maintains required skills in the operation and safety of respiratory equipment, apparatus, and small tools during operations;
Corrects and reports all non-safe conditions or hazards to his/her supervisor;
Develops and maintains knowledge of N.F.P.A. Safety Standards and Illinois
Department of Labor Standards.

Fire Prevention and Education

Conducts fire education by participating in community activities;
Makes presentations to groups and individuals on subjects related to safety, prevention, and education;
Conducts fire prevention and safety inspections;
Conducts pre-plan surveys of buildings and other locations;

Technical

Develops and maintains required skills to operate a 1500 gallon per minute pumper and calculate the needed flow of water through each hose line being utilized;
Develops and maintains skills to operate an aerial/tower ladder during critical operations.

Note: Firefighter/Paramedics may be assigned additional job functions as deemed necessary or desirable by the Village.

Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 4

FINANCIAL AUTHORITY:

None

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

If applicable, may be directed to act as Lieutenant.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to meet all the requirements established by the Village of Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners at the time of examination.

One of the following:

Sixty (60) hours of education from an accredited college or university
Two years of Military Service
OFSM Basic Firefighter (BOF) or FF2
Current Emergency Medical Technician- Paramedic license

PREFERENCE POINTS:
We give preference points for:

Veterans Preference – 5 points- honorably discharged
Paramedic Preference- 5 points- State of IL or National Registry
Education Preference- 5 points-bachelor’s degree or greater

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to meet all the requirements established by the Village of Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners at the time of examination.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, SPECIAL SKILL, OR KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to successfully complete the State requirements to obtain a Basic Firefighter certificate within one year of employment. The ability to successfully complete the Illinois Department of Public Health requirements to obtain Emergency Medical Technician Basic and Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Certification. Ability to successfully complete the State requirements to obtain Hazardous Materials Operations Certification.

Any and all State of Illinois requirements to operate fire apparatus.

Valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required.

COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to learn how to use the Village’s Enterprise Resource Planning system
MUNIS
Ability to learn how to use ESO™ software.

OPERATING EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Fire Apparatus and Ambulances
Forcible Entry Tools
General Office Equipment
Hose Appliances
Mechanical Ventilation Tools
Hand Tools
Portable Hydraulic Tools

Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 5

Pike Poles
Chain and Circular Saws
Extrication Tools
Thermal Imaging Equipment
Hazardous Materials Monitoring Equipment
Ladders
EKG Monitor
O2 Kit
Trauma Kit
Child-Birth Kit
Hare Traction Splint
Stretcher Operations
Telemetry Radio

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The essential functions of the position are performed in and affected by the following environmental factors:

Operating both as a member of a team and independently at incidents of uncertain duration;
Spending extensive time outside exposed to the elements;
Tolerating extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing duties. Must perform physically demanding work in hot (up to 400 degrees F), humid (up to 100%) environments while wearing equipment which impairs bodily cooling mechanisms;
Experiencing frequent transitions from hot to cold and from humid to dry elements;
Working in wet, icy, or muddy areas;
Performing a variety of tasks on slippery, hazardous surfaces;
Working in areas where sustaining traumatic or thermal injury is possible;
Facing possible exposure to carcinogenic dusts, toxic substances, or organic solvents through inhalation or skin contact;
Wearing personal protective equipment that weighs approximately 50 pounds while performing these tasks;
Performing physically demanding work while wearing positive pressure breathing equipment with 1.5 inches of water column resistance to exhalation at a flow of 40 liters per minute;

Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 6

Performing complex tasks during life-threatening emergencies;
Working for long periods of time requiring sustained physical activity and intense concentration;
Facing life or death decisions during emergency conditions;
Making rapid transition from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods;
Operating in environments of high noise, poor visibility, limited mobility, at heights and in enclosed or confined spaces;
Using manual and power tools in the performance of duties;
Relying on senses of sight, hearing, smell, and touch to help determine the nature of the emergency, maintain personal safety, make critical decisions in a confused, chaotic and potentially life threatening environment, throughout the duration of the operation;
Raising, climbing, and working from ground and aerial ladders without work inhibiting fears of heights;
Rescuing by carrying or dragging an adult from a burning structure or other dangerous situation;
Operating hand and power tools, in both emergency and non-emergency situations;
Dragging hoses up to five inches in diameter, both charged and uncharged, limited distances, both horizontally and vertically;
Connecting hose couplings;
Understanding and carrying out oral and written orders and assignments, in both emergency and non-emergency situations;
Assimilating, retaining, and effectively using geographic knowledge concerning the Village and surrounding vicinity;
Facing exposure to grotesque sights and smells associated with illness, major trauma and burn victims;
Facing possible exposure to infectious agents such as Hepatitis B and HIV;
Lifting and carrying a stretcher up or down flights of stairs with a minimum of one person to assist;

Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 7

Adhering to attendance requirements of the shift schedule that requires working on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. This position involves regular and irregular shift work depending on fill-in needs and mandatory call backs. Work shifts are normally 24 hours in duration, but may be extended in the event of emergency, disaster, personnel shortage, work load, or work-in-progress.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
All personnel shall be required to pass initial and annual physical fitness screening, per National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582 Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments. The position requires the employee to have and maintain the physical condition to carry equipment and injured/deceased persons; force entry into buildings; climb flights of stairs/ladders; walk, stand or sit for long periods of time (including driving); endure exposure to extreme weather and disease; perform life-saving procedures (CPR, first-aid, etc.); communicate effectively, verbally and non-verbally; operate required equipment; perform job related tasks and functions; and provide assistance to citizens and co-workers in distress, including but not limited to independently carrying or dragging unconscious people. Individual must be able to perform the following physical activities with reasonable accommodation:

Physical Activity Frequency Importance
Climbing Frequency 2 Duration 2
Balancing Frequency 3 Duration 1
Stooping Frequency 5 Duration 2
Kneeling Frequency 3 Duration 1
Crouching Frequency 5 Duration 2
Crawling Frequency 2 Duration 1
Reaching Frequency 5 Duration 2
Standing Frequency 5 Duration 2
Walking Frequency 5 Duration 2
Pushing Frequency 3 Duration 2
Pulling Frequency 3 Duration 2
Lifting Frequency 5 Duration 2
Fingering Frequency 5 Duration 2
Grasping Frequency 5 Duration 2
Feeling Frequency 5 Duration 2
Talking Frequency 5 Duration 2
Hearing/Listening Frequency 5 Duration 2
Seeing/Observing Frequency 5 Duration 2
Repetitive Motions Frequency 4 Duration 2

Physical Requirements Frequency Importance

Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 8

Sedentary Work 5 2
Light Work 5 2
Medium Work 3 2
Heavy Work 3 2
Very Heavy Work 2 2
Frequency Importance
0 Never 0 Not Important
1 Annually 1 Somewhat Important
2 Quarterly (at least 3 per year) 2 Very Important
3 Monthly (at least 8 per year)
4 Weekly (at least 3 per month)
5 Daily (at least 3 per week)
Sedentary work

Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met. Light work. Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time. Medium work. Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work. Heavy work. Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that he or she can also do medium, light, and sedentary work. Very heavy work. Very heavy work involves lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more. If someone can do very heavy work, we determine that he or she can also do heavy, medium, light and sedentary work.

PAY GRADE (hired before 1/1/11): 27 ½
PAY GRADE (hired after 1/1/11): N
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Fire Fighter / Paramedic – Fire Department 9
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time

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