THE TOWN OF CEDAR LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT
IS NOW HIRING FOR
FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC or FIREFIGHTER/EMT
Applications Accepted January 08 through February 06, 2026
Job Function: Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic/EMT
Job Location: Cedar Lake Fire Department; 9430 W 133rd Avenue,
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
Compensation: This position has a maximum hourly rate of $25.82 for FF/Paramedic and $20.28 for FF/EMT. Compensation depends on certification. A comprehensive benefit package that includes health insurance with medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and participation in the Indiana Public Retirement System 1977 Police Officers’ & Firefighters’ Retirement Fund as well as paid time off and vacation. The Town of Cedar Lake has an employee assistance program through Franciscan Health.
Job Summary:
The Town of Cedar Lake Fire Department serves and protects over 14,000 citizens within a rapidly growing community. Department members are trained to respond to events involving hazardous materials, water rescue, as well as structural incidents. The department provides emergency medical and fire response, plan reviews, building inspections, public education, community outreach, and much more.
Minimum Requirements:
- State of Indiana/Nationally Accredited EMT
- State of Indiana Firefighter II
- Valid State of Indiana Driver’s License
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Applicants will be required to submit a resume and application, pass required written and agility testing, pass pre-employment drug screening, and pass a background check.
Applications are available at the Town Hall or the Town’s website:
Applications can be submitted online at https://cedarlakein.gov/submit-an-application-for-employment/, or a PDF Fillable application can be found at Town of Cedar Lake Application for Employment and submitted in person to the Office of the Clerk-Treasurer at Town Hall, 7408 Constitution Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303, or as a PDF attachment to jobs@cedarlakein.gov.