Overview

Job Description

About the Organization
Metro Paramedic Services, Inc., a division of Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Services, Inc., partners with municipalities to deliver high-quality Emergency Medical, Rescue, and Fire services. Our reputation is built on professionalism, compassion, and a strong commitment to community care.

Position Summary
Metro Paramedic Services is preparing for a future opening on our New Lenox contract and is seeking a full-time EMT/Firefighter to join our team. This role focuses on delivering emergency medical care and patient transport at the EMT-B level, strictly within the scope of practice defined by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois EMS Commission.

Starting base salary for this position is $62,067 annually.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide emergency medical treatment and patient transport in accordance with state and local protocols

  • Operate as part of a coordinated EMS and fire response team

  • Deliver patient care with professionalism, empathy, and attention to safety

  • Maintain compliance with all operational, medical, and documentation standards

Required Qualifications

  • Active Illinois EMT license

  • Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter certification

  • Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience

  • CPR certification

  • Must be at least 21 years of age

  • Valid Illinois driver’s license

  • Willingness to begin Paramedic school within two (2) years of hire

  • ACLS and PALS certification (training provided by Metro if needed)

  • Successful completion of pre-employment physical exam, drug screening, and background check

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly wage starting at $18.65/hour

  • Full-time employment status

  • Sign-on bonus opportunities

  • Career growth and advancement pathways

  • Access to earned wages before payday

  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage

  • Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability

  • Optional benefits including short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and legal coverage

  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay

  • Tuition assistance and employer-provided training

  • Employee referral incentives