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Merrimac Fire Hiring Full-Time Firefighter/EMT

Chief Larry Fisher and the Merrimac Fire Department are seeking applications for a full-time Firefighter/EMT (Paramedic preferred). 

If you are dedicated to growth and improvement, highly motivated, a strong teammate and collaborator, and want to serve a Department that has a passion for protecting and serving its community, you may be the perfect candidate for Merrimac Fire. 

The starting salary for the position is $62,484 – $71,911, with final salary decided by experience, operational level, and holiday schedules. 

Benefits for the position include: 

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Preference will be given to applicants who are:

  • Certified Paramedics with current ACLS and CPR certifications (at time of hire)
  • MA or Pro-Board Firefighter I & II certification.
  • Officer I or II
  • Fire Instructor
  • FPO I or II
  • Currently enrolled in a Paramedic Program with a completion date within 6 months of application date
  • Individuals with Veteran’s status and/or current residents meeting minimum qualifications.

To submit an application, please email a letter of interest and resume letter to Chief Fisher at Lfisher@merrimacfire.org with a subject line of “FF/EMT Position.” The position is open for applicants immediately, and will remain open until all necessary positions are filled. View the full application here.