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Layton City Fire Department
Lateral & Entry Level EMT Basic/
Paramedic Applications

Opens: August 13, 2025 - 8:00 am
Closes: August 27, 2025 - 5:00 pm
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Join the department that does it all! Whether it be structure fires, technical rescue, critical care transport, medical, trauma or a wildfire on the mountain – we’re on it!

We are looking for people dedicated to training and working hard who are ready to grow, lead and serve our community.

Join a fast-paced, high-performance fire department with opportunities that go beyond 911 calls. We’re hiring Firefighters, AEMTs, and Paramedics who are ready to make a real impact. Our team runs interfacility transports, handles a high call volume, and supports specialized missions.

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Departmental Benefits

  • Firefighter I/EMT Basic-$54,363 - $67,961

  • Firefighter II/Advanced EMT-$57,082 - $71,358

  • Firefighter III/Advanced EMT-$61,648 - $83,232

  • Firefighter I/Paramedic-$67,946 - $81,543

  • Firefighter II/Paramedic-$70,664 - $84,941

  • Firefighter III/Paramedic-$75,231 - $96,814​

Lateral applicants - starting wage based on years of experience and certifications obtained. Year for year credit for experience at other comparable Municipal or District Fire Departments will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

$2,000 signing bonus for candidates with more than 1 year full-time equivalent service

Minimum Qualifications

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  • Must possess a High school diploma (GED) or equivalent

  • Must possess, or able to obtain by hire date, a valid Utah Driver’s License

  • Must possess, or able to obtain by August 27, 2025, Utah state or National Registry EMT-B Certification

Testing period will occur between August 29 - September 7, 2025.

Qualified Candidates will be provided a test link by the department.

Applicant Resources

Are you prepared to put your best foot forward?  Check out some of the helpful resources available to applicants.

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