Firefighter - ALS & BLS

The City of Sterling Heights is currently seeking Firefighters Paramedics and Firefighter EMT-Bs! We are currently accepting applications and will consider applicants who may not have all certifications.

Are you interested in the opportunity of a lifetime and becoming a first responder? Check out the below benefits and information, instructions for testing, and apply today! Firefighter Paramedic Summary of Benefits: Pay range is $71,050 (2026 first step rate) to $106,134 (2028 last step rate) with step increases annually and on July 1st; Candidates with prior experience with an IAFF Department are eligible to start at a higher rate!Defined Pension Benefit with a 2.5% multiplierBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Medical Coverage at a very low premium share; Employer contribution into Health Savings Account + Employer MatchDental, Vision, and Disability benefits at no cost for you or your dependentsAccess to an onsite Employee Health & Wellness Center staffed with a physician and nurse for you and your dependentsWork 10 24-hour shifts per month with opportunity for overtimeGenerous annual holiday pay of 240 hoursGenerous vacation, personal, and sick time banksOpportunity to be part of a Hazmat, Tech Rescue and Tactical Emergency Medic TeamUniform and food allowanceEducation allowance, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, and much more! For the full position requirements, please visit this link: 2026 Firefighter Paramedic Minimum Requirements with Benefits Summary Firefighter EMT-B Summary of Benefits: Pay range is $55,825 (2026 first step rate) to $83,242 (2028 last step rate) with step increases annually and on July 1st; Candidates with prior experience with an IAFF Department are eligible to start at a higher rate!Defined Pension Benefit with a 2.5% multiplierBlue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Medical Coverage at a low premium share; Employer contribution into Health Savings Account + Employer MatchDental, Vision, and Disability benefits at no cost for you or your dependentsAccess to an onsite Employee Health & Wellness Center staffed with a physician and nurse for you and your dependentsWork 4 10-hour shifts Tuesday through Friday with opportunity for overtime!Thirteen (13) paid holidaysGenerous vacation, personal, and sick time banksOpportunity to become a Firefighter Paramedic!Uniform and food allowanceEducation allowance, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, and much more!

*Please note that these benefits are subject to change pursuant to any Memorandum of Understanding or Letter of Understanding between the IAFF Union and the City.

For the full position requirements, please visit this link: 2026 Firefighter EMT-B Minimum Requirements with Benefits Summary Position Summary Under the supervision of the unit commander, respond with their assigned unit to fire alarms and other emergencies as required; participate in fire prevention activities; extinguish fires and protect life and property against the hazards of fire; exercise prudent use, ...