Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Firefighter Paramedic (GS-0081-09) to work at Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) - 75th Air Base Wing, on Hill AFB in Layton, UT. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.
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Recruitment, Relocation, and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.
2026 Salary Range: $94,9331-$123,410 Yearly
Job Open Date: 09/15/2026
Job Close Date: 09/28/2026
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
In this position you will serve as a Firefighter/Paramedic assigned to a crew engaged in structural firefighting and rescue operations and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards to protect persons, property, or the environment and following protocols and providing advanced levels of life support.
Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship
Obtain & maintain a Security clearance
This is a designated Drug Testing Position
Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification System as Fire Officer I*, Fire Instructor I*, Fire Inspector I*, Firefighter II (includes Firefighter I), HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT Operations, and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) - Paramedic (EMT-P) certification. *Must obtain within 12 months of hire.
Must maintain current state or national Paramedic certification.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical
The employee is required to work a 72 hour week on a 48 hour on/72 hour off basis which includes weekends, and holidays. May be subject to recall.
This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required.
Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of basic and specialized structural firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures.
Knowledge of Advanced Life Support techniques and protocols.
Knowledge of basic and specialized building design, construction, and occupancy; and of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders.
Skill in operating communications equipment.
Ability to maintain good working relations; to communicate orally and in writing; and to lift and carry heavy loads.
Ability to apply Advanced Life Support techniques and protocols.
RESUME: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.
Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload a resume no more than 2 pages (PDF Form) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.