Paramedic/Firefighter/Equipment Operator

PURPOSE:   The Paramedic/Firefighter/Equipment Operator performs duties in support of the functions of the Brookfield Fire Department including, fire suppression, emergency medical services, public education, fire prevention, training, and maintenance activities.  This position is also responsible for operating assigned apparatus in an efficient, safe manner and performing advanced emergency medical care to ensure that emergencies are resolved promptly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates fire equipment and tools, working as a team member.  
• Provides basic and advanced life support services in accordance with standards of care. Assists in cleaning and maintaining apparatus quarters, building, equipment, grounds, and other related work areas. 
• Completes a pre-trip inspection according to established department standards to ensure readiness of vehicle, and verifies presence and functionality of all associated equipment. 
• Efficiently operates all Department apparatus at the scene of an emergency.  
• Promotes the rapid extinguishing of the fire or the resolution of the emergency.   
• Performs hazardous material assessment, containment and cleanup with the scope of training.  
• Performs preventative maintenance on fire apparatus, ambulances, support vehicles and Department tools and equipment.  
• Makes good decisions based on City policies, standard operating guidelines, training and experience to resolve problems, care for patients, suppress fires, perform rescue and mitigate hazards. 
• Researches and evaluates the Department services and effectiveness and provides recommendations to improve operations.  
• Chooses methods and work procedures that are cost effective, while maintaining a high quality of service. 
• Promotes and maintains positive Departmental public relations with other City staff, officials, and the community in general.  
• Provides public education related to fire and life safety. Responds or refers complaints.  Develops and presents public education programs.  
• Provides code enforcement duties as assigned.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Required at the time of application)

1. Valid Wisconsin or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification as a Firefighter II at the time of application and throughout employment.  An official copy of the Firefighter II certification must accompany the application.
2. Hazardous material operations training.  A copy of training completion must accompany the application, if training is separate from Firefighter II certification. 
3. Valid Wisconsin license as an Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMT-P) or EMT-P licensure must be obtained by the time of appointment not necessarily at the time of application.
4. Wisconsin Technical College or NFPA 1002: Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications Driver Operator Pumper training completion or certification.    May be obtained after employment with the City of Brookfield.
5. Valid Wisconsin driver’s license at time of application.  A photocopy of the driver’s license (both sides) must accompany the application.
6. Availability to work a 24 hour, rotational shift.

• At least 60 college credits required toward or Associate's Degree in Fire Science or emergency related field preferred.  Certified transcripts must be included in a sealed envelope from the issuing college or university and must be received by the Department of Human Resources prior to the oral interview process.
• Completion National Incident Management System 100, 200, 700 and 800. (May be completed during probationary period.)
• Aerial training completion or certification. 

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of a written examination, and oral examination.   The Department of Human Resources reserves the right to invite only the most qualified candidates to the oral examination.  Candidates who have successfully passed all these selection tests and are offered employment will be required to take a medical examination and drug screen.  Candidates must successfully complete all components of the selection process in order to be hired.  The eligibility list created as a result of this selection process may remain in effect for up to two (2) years.  Candidates who pass the written examination but are not invited to the oral examination may be invited to participate in these components of the selection process at a later date, depending on the needs of the City of Brookfield Fire Department.
 
Anticipated Written Examination Dates* Wednesday, February 4^th, Thursday, February 5^th; Friday, February 6^th and Monday, February 9, 2026. The written examination is NOT the Wisconsin Personnel Partners exam.

Anticipated Oral Examination Dates*:  Beginning the week of  February 16^th, 2026.   Exact schedule of dates and times to be determined.  *Dates and times may be adjusted based on scheduling availability.

Candidates who will be unavailable for one or more portions of the examination due to military service or training must provide written notification to the Human Resources Department within a reasonable period of time prior to the date of the examination component.

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS will be accepted online through 11:59 p.m. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2026. Required documents and copies must be received in the City of Brookfield Human Resources Department (address below) by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 30^th or postmarked by Sunday, February 1^st, 2026 if not attached to the electronic employment application. This deadline may be extended to meet the needs of the City, without prior notification.  The City of Brookfield Human Resources Department is located at 2000 N. Calhoun Road, Brookfield, WI 53005