Jeffersontown Fire & EMS is currently accepting applications for full-time firefighters. Applications are available by request from Cathy Thomas , our website, or can be obtained at:
Jeffersontown Fire Administrative Office
10530 Watterson Trail
Jeffersontown, Ky. 40299
Pay/Benefits: Estimated Yearly Wages
$38,820.04/yearly (Initial Probation)
$42,392.22/yearly (After Probation)
Additional pay benefits include:
$4,000.00 state incentive
Advanced EMTs will receive an additional $2,000.00 propay
Paramedics will receive an additional $4,000.00 propay
- Average hour work 52/week (all hours above 40/week compensated @ 1 ½ x)
- Employer paid health and dental insurance
- Participation in Kentucky County Employee Retirement System (hazardous)*
- Paid vacation and sick leave policy
- Paid holidays and personal time policy
- Uniform/clothing maintenance allowance
- Employer paid Life Insurance policy for member and spouse
*Not applicable to all employees
Minimum QualificationsMinimum of 18 years of age
- Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license
- Auto Liability Insurance, current
- Satisfactory criminal and employment background check
- Successful completion of a Jeffersontown Fire provided physical examination
- Kentucky certified Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
- Successful completion of the Jeffersontown Fire and EMS Drill School