Firefighter (PDF)

Lexington Fire Department

The Town of Lexington is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of

diversity, equity and inclusion. The Town values and celebrates the diversity of the community,

recognizing the contributions from all of our employees, visitors, businesses and residents that

enrich the character and quality of life in Lexington. Therefore, to best serve all constituents, the

government of the Town will promote, as well as respect and accommodate, diversity in its

workforce.

The Town of Lexington is currently hiring for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. Minimum

qualifications for hire include: MA registered EMT-Paramedic (at time of hire)*, valid class D

driver's license, and passing a written exam** to be scheduled after an interview. Candidates

with pro board certification in Firefighter I & II will be given preference.

The Lexington Fire Department is a progressive full-time career department that provides fire

suppression, hazardous condition mitigation, emergency medical services at the advanced life

support level, and community based fire prevention activities.

The present wage for a Firefighter/Paramedic is $72,045.99 (including hazmat and paramedic

stipends), plus eleven paid holidays, education stipends, and paid vacation and sick leave.

As a condition of employment, qualified candidates will be subject to a background

investigation, pre-employment physical exam including drug test and physical abilities test

(PAT), and a psychological exam.

Interested candidates are required to complete and submit a Town application including copies

of certification(s) by email to or by mail to:

Human Resources Department

Town of Lexington

1625 Massachusetts Avenue

Lexington, MA 02420

The REQUIRED Town application form may be downloaded from or you

may call .

*Please note: Individuals who have not yet obtained their Paramedic certification may apply, but will not

be eligible for hire until they receive it.

** A $45.00 non-refundable exam fee will be required prior to taking the written exam.

The Town of Lexington is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.