Job Announcements: Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue

CHENA-GOLDSTREAM FIRE & RESCUE 

 HIRING for MULTIPLE POSITIONS!! 

SHIFT OFFICER, DRIVER/MEDCIC, and ENTRY LEVEL FIREFIGHTER/EMT 

Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue is seeking people to fill full-time PAID Entry  Level Firefighter/EMT, Driver/Medic and Shift Officer positions working a rotating  48/96 shift. Salary DOE 

Status: FULL TIME PAID 

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt 

Applications are now being accepted

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 

We are looking for local Shift Officers, Driver/Medics, and Firefighter/EMTs who have strong  leadership qualities, are hardworking, and self-motivated looking for a full time paid position! 

TYPICAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS 

▪ High school diploma or equivalent 

▪ Possession of State of Alaska or IFSAC Firefighter 1 for Entry Level positions ▪ Possession of State of Alaska or IFSAC Firefighter 2 for Shift Officer and Driver/Medic ▪ Possession of American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider card ▪ Valid Alaska Class “D” Driver’s License at time of hire 

▪ Documented Apparatus Operator/Pumper Training/Experience 

▪ State of Alaska EMT 1 Certification for Engineer and Firefighter positions ▪ State of Alaska EMT 3, AEMT, or Paramedic Certification and ability to serve as a lead  medic for Shift Officer and Driver/Medic positions. 3% Paramedic incentive 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Depending on position) 

▪ Operate as the shift lead, managing a crew of paid staff, volunteers, and scholarship  students 

▪ Function as the lead medic on a 2-3-person ambulance 

▪ Drive and operate fire apparatus to include ambulances, engines, and tenders.  ▪ Lead crews on emergency scenes 

▪ Shift work consisting of 48 hour shifts

Chena Goldstream Fire & Rescue is an At-Will, Equal Opportunity Employer.

THE DEPARTMENT 

Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue is an all hazards fire department that covers the outskirts  of the west side of the Fairbanks North Star Borough that covers approximately 80 square  miles of fire service area and 729 square miles of EMS service area averaging around 800 calls per year. The department has four fire stations, with daily full time staffing consisting of one Shift Officer, Engineer, Firefighter/EMT, three Firefighter/EMT scholarship students and  volunteer Firefighter/EMTs. We frequently operate on emergency scenes alongside other fire  department agencies in the Fairbanks North Star Borough and the Alaska State Troopers. 

BENEFITS 

▪ Competitive wage 

▪ Full Paid Medical for employee and family 

▪ 13% department contribution to retirement 

▪ Strong PTO program 

Should you be chosen for the interview and assessment center, the following events will take  place; 

- Final Candidates are interviewed. 

- Physical agility test 

The final results will be reviewed by the Fire Chief.  

Employment offers will be contingent upon passing a department physical agility test, drug  test, physician physical and background check. 

Before applying, please review the full application packet located at www.cgfr.com that  includes the Position Descriptions and Employment Application. Please send the following  documents to CGFR via recruitment@cgfr.com or deliver to Chena-Goldstream Fire &  Rescue, Station 42  

▪ CGFR Employment Application 

▪ Resume 

▪ Names and contact information for three professional references 

▪ Copies of all required certifications and licenses 

ALL POSITIONS WILL BE POSTED UNTIL FILLED

Chena Goldstream Fire & Rescue is an At-Will, Equal Opportunity Employer. 

716 Chena Ridge Road, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709-5701

Business (907) 479-5672

Fax (907) 479-5858

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