Morton Fire Department Employment
Employment Information
JOB POSTING:
Morton has already tested and has posted the hiring list for full-time firefighters.
Volunteer Firefighters can apply on the Village of Morton Website. Click the Learn More tab below.
HOW TO APPLY:
- The Village of Morton offers premier paramedic services with Advanced Life Support-accredited staff. There are two ambulances on duty 24 hours per day, seven days per week, along with one staffed full-time engine.
- Morton hires part-time Paramedics to assist with covering open shifts.
- If you are interested in applying for a position with the Village of Morton, please complete the EMS System Agency Application and return it along with a resume and cover letter to Chief Justin Hale at jhale@morton-il.gov
Pre-Employment Paramedic Requirements
-Application/resume submission and interview process
-Successful completion of background check
-Pass physical, drug screen, and lifting/flexibility assessment
-PAEMS System Entry
-Must hold a valid driver's license
-Must obtain an Illinois Paramedic/NREMT-P license
Employee Benefits and Info
-24/48 Schedule
-Earned PTO and Sick Days
-Competitive pay
-50-mile residency requirement
-Paramedics have an IMRF Pension with an optional 457
-Full-time Firefighters have an Article 4 Pension
-Excellent and affordable Health Insurance included. (BCBS of IL.)
-Dental Insurance included
-Optional Optical Insurance