Firefighter

Description APPLICANTS WHO APPLY ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 8, 2026, WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE HIRING MANAGER FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

The City of Melbourne is hiring one position which will be funded through the Department of Homeland Security FEMA Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant. The city expects to retain this position after the grant award has been expended. In addition, we are looking to establish an eligibility list for future anticipated openings.

Solo Paramedic Pay of $10,000/annually (FY2026) and $12,000/annually (FY 2027) starts upon clearance as a solo medic.

Education Incentive - Individuals hired with an associate or bachelor's degree that qualifies for State Supplemental Compensation will have their salary adjusted by two steps. Each step is approximately a 2.5% increase.

Personnel who earn and maintain technical certifications for Rope, Vehicle Machinery Rescue (VMR) and Confined Space shall receive incentive pay of $100.00 per month. Personnel who earn Trench, Structural Collapse and Swiftwater technician certifications will receive an additional $25.00 per month, per certification.

REQUIRES 56 HOUR WORK WEEK

General duty work in the prevention of fire damage and emergency pre-hospital medical care. Work involves responsibility for the protection of life and property by combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires. Work occasionally involves strenuous exertion under hazards and such handicaps as smoke, heat, and cramped spaces. The employee may be assigned to the operation of a piece of equipment. Although prevention of fire damage and emergency medical care is the most important portion of the work, a part of the time is spent in training, study, and in maintaining and cleaning fire department equipment, apparatus, and quarters. Work is performed as a member of a team and a superior officer is usually available to assign definite duties. Work is reviewed by observation of results obtained and methods used.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions

• Combat, extinguish, and prevent fires.
• Drive cars, pick-up trucks and other fire department vehicles.
• Communicate with the public and use a radio.
• Read training manuals, books and maps.
• Draw pre-plans.
• Perform housekeeping, cleaning equipment and buildings.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems
• Inspect, clean, carry and raise ladders.
• Inspect, don and clean self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Identify and inventory equipment and tools.
• Set up portable pumps and hoses.
• Fabricate salvage and overhaul equipment.
• Operation of various manual, electric, and gas operated tools.
• Operation of various types of lifting and hoisting equipment.
• Identify sprinkler connections, utility shut-off and other construction features.
• Identify safety problems.
• Tie ropes for rescue and various knots.
• Identify symbols, signs and colors for hazardous materials.
• Provide pre-hospital emergency medical care, CPR, Basic life support, first aid, etc.
• Perform extrication using power equipment.
• Perform manual forcible entry using an axe, pry bar, crowbar, etc.
• Advance hose line for fire suppression (charged and uncharged)
• Other job-related duties as required.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

State of Florida certification as a Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician and completion of Fire Minimum Standards as required by the State of Florida.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license. Applicants who possess a valid out of state driver's license must obtain the Florida driver's license within 10 days of employment.

Hiring process includes a written exam (minimum average score of 60% and have at least 50% in each category to pass), physical abilities evaluation (pass/fail), medical scenario (pass/fail) and an interview.

Position requires pre-employment agreement which includes remaining tobacco free during employment.

Candidates must bring copies of required certificates with them to the written examination. If copies of ALL certificates are not provided at the time of the written examination the candidate will not be allowed to take the written exam and will be removed from the process. A list of required certificates will be provided to the candidates in the letter they will receive once the posting has closed.

PLEASE NOTE: Please include copies of Florida Firefighter II certification and current Florida Paramedic and ACLS certification or current EMT and CPR certification with application.

Position requires pre-employment agreement which includes remaining tobacco free during employment.

Must meet Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) background investigation requirement and maintain compliance throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern fire fighting, fire prevention, and pre-hospital emergency medical care.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
• Ability to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of the street system and geography of the City.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to load and unload heavy objects weighing up to 75-100 lbs.
• Ability to provide pre-hospital emergency medical care up to the Paramedic level.
• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, hear, talk, read, handle or feel objects and controls.
• Ability to print and draw letters, numbers, words, characters, and symbols which are both large and small as well as identifying colors.
• Ability to move back and forth and sideways while bending, kneeling, or squatting with approximately 50 lbs. of equipment.
• Ability to go from a standing or sitting position to a bending, kneeling or squatting position or vice-versa, periodically with approximately 50 lbs. of equipment.
• Ability to use power tools - dexterity required.
• Physically capable to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
• Physically capable of responding to emergencies in which walking, running, climbing, reaching, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling 100 lbs or more.
• Must have the ability to lift, carry, push or pull heavy weights over uneven terrain, up/down stairs or ladders up to 100 feet in height.
• Ability to work in a dimly lit, smoke filled or completely dark condition during hot, cold or inclement weather while dragging a charged hose line.
• Ability to learn complex task and remember how to complete tasks without assistance or training.
• Ability to treat people of every race, greed, gender, color or social status in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Ability to mentally and emotionally cope with emergencies that may result in the loss of human life, severe traumatic injuries and psychological crisis in a calm and empathetic manner.

The City of Melbourne offers a generous benefit package to include

• 100% City paid medical insurance for employee only; coverage available for family
• Health Insurance opt-out incentive for employees with other medical coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance in the amount of 1 times your annual salary
• Additional life insurance to include coverage for your spouse and child(ren)
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• 457 Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Plans (FRS, local plan for Police and Fire personnel)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

For more information about benefits visit https://www.melbourneflorida.org/departments/human\-resources/employees\-only/hr\-information\-forms\-for\-employees/benefits)

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

PROOF OF EDUCATION REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR MUST BE UPLOADED TO APPLICATION.

• Did not complete High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED and Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's or Higher

03

Do you possess a valid State of Florida driver's license, or a valid out of state driver's license?

• Yes

• No

04

Do you possess a current State of Florida Firefighter II Certification?

• Yes

• No

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Please Select The Certification/s You Currently Possess

• State of Florida Paramedic
• State of Florida EMT
• I have sat for one or more of the above certifications but have not received my scores
• None of the above

Required Question

Employer City of Melbourne

Address 900 E Strawbridge Ave.

Melbourne, Florida, 32901

Phone 321-608-7800

Website https://www.melbourneflorida.org/