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Wayland Fire Department Opens Search For New Firefighters

The position includes fire suppression, fire prevention and education, advanced life support care, rescue operations and other duties.

WAYLAND, MA — The Wayland Fire Department is looking to expand its team.

Wayland Fire is now accepting applications for a full-time firefighter/paramedic position, the department announced on Tuesday. The job, which was posted earlier this month, will remain open until filled, the town says.

The position includes fire suppression, fire prevention and education, advanced life support care, rescue operations and other department duties.

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The schedule consists of rotating 24-hour shifts: one day on, one day off, one day on and five days off.

Initial compensation ranges from $87,937.62 to $96,462.62 depending on qualifications, the department said. That amount includes stipends, holiday pay, a uniform allowance and education incentives.

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Benefits include 12 paid holidays, health coverage, Massachusetts state retirement, paid time off based on years of service and training opportunities.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians or Massachusetts paramedic certification.

The Wayland Fire Department provides ambulance, rescue and emergency medical services around the clock. Its ambulance service is licensed at the paramedic level by Massachusetts.

Candidates should email a letter of interest and résumé to hr@wayland.ma.us.

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