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CVG Airport Authority

Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic

Full-time

Description

New and Lateral Applicants Welcome!

Firefighter/EMT                                               Firefighter/Paramedic

Entry: $62,000                                                Entry: $73,290

Six month: $63,564                                          Six month: $75,021

One year: $65,162                                             One year: $76,784

Lateral Entry Rates Available

Firefighter/EMT: up to $75,246                      Firefighter/Paramedic: up to $87,900

Up to 5 years of experience will be credited based on the below criteria: – Current full-time firefighters – Retired firefighters less than 3 years – Military firefighters separated less than 3 years

+ State of Kentucky Education Incentive* = $4,562

*Upon satisfying the 300-hour required training, the State of Kentucky will begin paying the $4,562 education incentive.

CVG is deeply committed to our mission of becoming the airport of choice to work for, fly from and do business with. To do this, we foster a culture of teamwork, innovation and continuous improvement. Every employee has the opportunity to make a difference, to make travel through CVG an unforgettably positive experience. Join our team of talented professionals in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

Join the team that keeps the traveling public safe roadway to runway!

As a member of the CVG Airport Fire Department you will perform the traditional firefighting responsibilities in a unique airport environment. You will train and respond to fire alarms and declared emergencies to provide efficient airport safety and security protection.

Qualifications include:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older and have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and a citizen of the United States and pass drug and criminal background screenings

And

  • A Kentucky Certified 300 hour Basic 2 Firefighter preferred or the equivalent amount of training hours to qualify for 300 hour status (minus any required aircraft training hours)

And

  • Kentucky Certified EMT/Medic or ability to obtain in one year of employment

And

  • A valid operator’s license

And

  • Valid CPAT Certification upon Conditional Offer of Employment

Apply today!

BENEFITS:

  • 100% Employer Paid Health & Wellness Center
  • Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, including a $0 premium medical plan option and no spousal surcharge
  • CVG CARES: $2,500 employer paid childcare subsidy
  • Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Retirement Plans: Employer and employee contributions to KY Public Pension Authority retirement plan
  • KY Deferred Comp Plans: 401(k) and 457 options
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Including 10 holidays a year
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Wellness Program: Earn financial incentives and paid time off
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Programs
  • Performance Reward Program (potential to earn up to $1500.00 annually)
  • Onsite Fitness Facilities

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