Job Openings
- Accepting Applications for Fire Department Positions
The Town of Cedar Lake Fire Department is now hiring for:
FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
or
FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER/EMT
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 bi-weekly salary. 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, and 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 can be submitted online at https://cedarlakein.gov/submit-an-application-for-employment/
- A PDF Fillable application can be found at https://cedarlakein.gov/Documents/TownForms/CT/Application_For_Employment.pdf and submitted to jobs@cedarlakein.gov or dropped off at Cedar Lake Town Hall during regular business hours.
