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Metro Paramedic Services

Paramedic Wheaton

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$24.14/hr

Overview Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. contracts with local municipalities to provide Emergency ... Fire Services. Much of our proven success is attributable to the exceptional, compassionate ...

Superior Ambulance

Paramedic Glen Ellyn

Glen Ellyn, IL · On-site

$76K/yr

Overview Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. contracts with local municipalities to provide Emergency ... Fire Services. Much of our proven success is attributable to the exceptional, compassionate ...

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How much do volunteer rural metro fire jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer rural metro fire in Chicago, IL is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Rural Metro Fire vs Volunteer Firefighter?

AspectVolunteer Rural Metro FireVolunteer Firefighter
CertificationsBasic Firefighter Certification, CPR, First AidBasic Firefighter Certification, CPR, First Aid
Work EnvironmentRural or suburban communities, emergency responseCommunity fire departments, emergency response
Employer/IndustryRural Metro Fire, fire protection servicesLocal fire departments, volunteer organizations

Volunteer Rural Metro Fire and Volunteer Firefighter roles both require similar certifications and involve emergency response in community settings. The main difference lies in the specific organization; Volunteer Rural Metro Fire is associated with Rural Metro Fire Protection, often serving suburban or rural areas, while Volunteer Firefighter roles are typically within local or community fire departments. Both roles are vital for community safety and often share similar training and responsibilities.

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Industrial Firefighter Paramedic

Capstone Fire Management

Lemont, IL • On-site

$23.29/hr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Firefighter/Paramedic

Immediately hiring! Full-time opportunity available.

Salary: $23.29 hourly

Work hours: 24-hour shifts working A-B-C schedule

$5,000 signing bonus

We are hiring a Firefighter/Paramedic with a passion for firefighting and patient care combined with the drive to succeed and deliver high-quality care.

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, the Firefighter/EMT trains for and participates in duties and related responsibilities of an emergency and/or hazardous nature in fire suppression and emergency operations in an industrial facility. Operates within the parameters of the client's policies, procedures, and practices, with special emphasis on the Occupational Safety and Health Program, to functionally participate in all emergency response and training services in order to achieve the mission of Rural Metro Fire. Although firefighting and rescue work are the most difficult and responsible areas of activity, the major portion of time is spent drilling and studying methods, techniques, and organization, and in routine duties in the care and maintenance of customer property and equipment.

This is considered a safety sensitive position and is subject to both, the Company's and the Client's Industrial Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy, which includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing and follow-up testing.

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine Safety Specialist work tasks, such as Hot work permitting, Fresh air permitting, Basic confined space entry permitting and other safety related tasks.

• Responds to fires with their company in a timely, safe and skilled manner, and participates in control of fires through hose and nozzle work, use of hand tools or a combination of these methods.

• Quickly follows established Company procedures when responding to emergencies as well as instructions given at the emergency scene.

• Correctly and promptly uses all relevant apparatus, tools, and equipment.

• Remains calm and poised in all emergency situations and gains rapid control over the problem at hand.

• Administers first aid to injured parties at their appropriate level of training.

• Quickly analyzes situations where life safety is threatened and applies the correct treatment.

• Safely operates vehicles, and equipment as directed.

• Assists in the maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus, tools, and equipment keeping such apparatus, tools, and equipment in good operating and safe condition by competently and efficiently performing maintenance and testing tasks.

• Keeps the company base and related grounds, facilities, and supplies in a clean, orderly, and useable condition.

• Performs routine non-firefighting work tasks, such as working on Company records, timecards and other related paperwork.

• Functions satisfactorily as a team member of a fire company at any emergency or non-emergency scene, and willingly accepts their share of the work required.

• Able to meet the physical requirements required to perform firefighting tasks.

• Remains skilled in and properly applies modern fire suppression tactics, methods, and procedures at training drills and emergency Incidents.

• Projects a positive attitude and image to the client as a fire service professional to meet the client's needs.

• Works effectively in following policies and procedures.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Class B- Non CDL license (State of Illinois)

• IL EMT-Basic

• CPR/AED

• IL OSFM Basic Operations Firefighter (BOF) or Fire II (FF II)

• IL OSFM Hazmat Ops (if FF II only)

• IL OSFM Rope Ops (within 12 months of hire)

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