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Fire Captain - Lyons

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About Us: At Paramedic Services of Illinois, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality emergency medical care to our community.

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About Us:

At Paramedic Services of Illinois, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality emergency medical care to our community. Our company culture is centered around the belief that every individual deserves prompt and professional medical attention delivered with empathy and respect.

The Captain serves as a line officer responsible for directing fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), rescue operations, and other emergency responses. The Captain acts as a shift supervisor overseeing personnel, ensuring operational readiness of equipment and apparatus, enforcing departmental policies, and supporting the Fire Chief in administrative and operational functions.

Command emergency incidents when first-arriving officer until relieved by a higher-ranking officer.

Direct fire suppression, EMS, rescue, and hazardous materials response activities.

Ensure compliance with Incident Command System (ICS) protocols.

Coordinate with law enforcement and mutual aid partners.

Supervise firefighters, paramedics assigned to the shift.

Conduct daily briefings, assign duties, and ensure staffing readiness.

Mentor and evaluate personnel performance.

Address discipline issues in accordance with department and/or PSI policies

Coordinate and lead training drills and continuing education.

Ensure personnel maintain professional certifications.

Support implementation of new protocols, equipment training, and safety procedures.

Prepare incident reports and review documentation for accuracy.

Assist the Coordinator with scheduling, staffing coverage, and operational planning.

Support fire prevention initiatives, inspections, and public education programs.

Represent the department at community meetings or events when assigned.

Promote community risk reduction initiatives.

Enforce OSHA, NFPA, departmental & PSI safety standards.

Conduct post-incident critiques and safety reviews.

Ensure apparatus, equipment, and facilities are maintained and operational.

High School Diploma or GED (associate or bachelor’s degree preferred in Fire Science, EMS, or Public Administration).

Illinois EMT-B or Paramedic license, and ability to test into Loyola EMS system

Illinois Firefighter II or BOF certification.

Minimum 5 fire service experience.

Prior supervisory experience (Lieutenant or Acting Officer preferred).

Current/Valid Illinois Driver’s License of proper classification.

Successful completion of a professional and criminal background check.

Successfully pass pre-employment testing including a Fit for Duty Physical, Drug Screening, Agility and Lifting Evaluation.

Fire Company Officer

Illinois Fire Instructor I Certification

Incident Command System training (ICS 100/200/300).

Hazardous Materials Technician.

Competitive Pay - From $80,000 Annually

Paid Time Off/Sick time

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

24/48-Hour Shifts

PPO Health & Dental Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Life Insurance

Credit Union Membership

Professional Liability Insurance

Scheduled Performance Evaluations

Flexible Benefits Plan (FSA)

Short & Long Term Off-Duty Disability Insurance

Aflac Insurance

Service Award Program

Employee Assistance Program

Bereavement Leave

Switch Time Privileges

Selective Tuition Reimbursement

Reimbursement for State of Illinois EMS Relicensing Fee

Uniforms Provided

Retirement Award Program

Company Culture:

At Paramedic Services of Illinois, our company culture is built on the foundation of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork. For over 50 years, we have been committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Our philosophy extends not only to our patients but also to our employees, who play a vital role in fulfilling our mission of providing exceptional emergency medical care to our communities.

Join our team at Paramedic Services of Illinois and be part of a company that truly cares about its employees and the communities we serve.