Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic

Lateral Entry Rates Available
Firefighter/EMT: up to $75,246                    Firefighter/Paramedic: up to $87,900

Up to 5 years of experience will be credited based on the below criteria:
– Current full-time firefighters
– Retired firefighters less than 3 years
– Military firefighters separated less than 3 years

+ State of Kentucky Education Incentive* = $4,562
*Upon satisfying the 300-hour required training, the State of Kentucky will begin paying the $4,562 education incentive.

CVG is deeply committed to our mission of becoming the airport of choice to work for, fly from and do business with. To do this, we foster a culture of teamwork, innovation and continuous improvement. Every employee has the opportunity to make a difference, to make travel through CVG an unforgettably positive experience. Join our team of talented professionals in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

Join the team that keeps the traveling public safe roadway to runway!

As a member of the CVG Fire Department you will perform the traditional firefighting responsibilities in a unique airport environment. You will train and respond to fire alarms and declared emergencies to provide efficient airport safety and security protection.

Qualifications include:

• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and a citizen of the United States and pass drug and criminal background screenings.
And
• A Kentucky Certified 300 hour Basic 2 Firefighter preferred or the equivalent amount of training hours to qualify for 300 hour status (minus any required aircraft training hours).

And

• Kentucky Certified EMT/Medic or ability to obtain in one year of employment.

And

• A valid operator’s license

And

• Valid CPAT Certification upon Conditional Offer of Employment.

Apply today!

Why Join Us? BENEFITS:

• 100% Employer Paid Health & Wellness Center
• Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, including a $0 premium medical plan option and no spousal surcharge
• CVG CARES: $2,500 employer paid childcare subsidy
• Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Plans: Employer and employee contributions to KY Public Pension Authority retirement plan
• KY Deferred Comp Plans: 401(k) and 457 options
• Generous Paid Time Off: Including 10 holidays a year
• Lifestyle Spending Account: $750 annual benefit for approved eligible services such as gym memberships, nutrition services, family support services, home cleaning, and meal delivery services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Wellness Program: Earn financial incentives and paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Programs
• Performance Reward Program (potential to earn up to $2,100 annually)
• Onsite Fitness Facilities

Don’t meet every requirement? If you are excited to make a positive impact for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for CVG Airport, whether it be this role or another.