Job Description

The Town of Kennebunk Fire Rescue Department (KFR) has an immediate need for two full-time firefighters with at least an EMT license, but AEMT or Paramedics are preferred.

These full-time positions are skilled firefighting and emergency medical positions, and must be familiar with roads, landmarks, buildings, fire hydrants, and departmental operations. The department responds to over 3,000 calls for service annually, including calls for fire suppression, medical, and traumatic emergencies. Due to the geography of the community, the department must be prepared for emergencies on/in the ocean, highways, residential neighborhoods, industrial areas, railways, agricultural settings, and senior residential facilities in a community of 44 square miles with a year round population of 12,000 that increases significantly in summer months.

KFR is a combination department with increasing full-time staffing, and serves the community with four stations, including Central Station, Washington Hose Company, West Kennebunk and Blueberry Plains. Command staff collaborate with the recently established IAFF local union to ensure the growth and development of the department. Learn more about the department on our website.

Pay & Benefits

Full-time Firefighter/EMTs, Advanced and Paramedics are non-exempt, union positions. KFR offers full-time qualified candidates lateral starting pay up to 10 years prior service and lateral vacation. The base pay range is $26.87/hour (level 0-2 EMT) – $33.41/hour (level 10-12 Paramedic) per the union wage schedule (PDF). Employees are also eligible for Education Incentive Pay of $0.50 - $1.50 per hour based on diploma/certification/degree held.

See the union contract (PDF) effective July 1, 2025 for more details.

The Town promotes a work/life balance through its wellness opportunities, paid time off, and leave policies to support employees’ varying needs. Offerings include:

• Health (supplemented by Town paid HRA) or Health Opt-Out Buyout
• Dental & Vision
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability (income protection)
• Retirement(MainePERS 1C – 20 years, no age, 50% or MissionSquare 401a, & an optional 457 deferred compensation plan)
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Four weeks of paid parental leave

Where applicable, coverage is offered at the single, employee/spouse or domestic partner, and family levels. View the Employee Benefits Summary (PDF) for more information.

Upon hire, employees receive 2 personal days and 1 floating holiday to use anytime within the contract year, when and how they choose. Additionally, employees earn 1 sick day per month and accrue weekly vacation.

Hours & Schedule

These positions work a forty-two (42) hour/week schedule. The schedule consists of a 24-hour shift, followed by 2 days off, a 24-hour shift, followed by 4 days off.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Valid Motor vehicle operator’s license with no serious infractions;
• Maine License EMT-Basic required, with preference given to those with Advanced EMT or Paramedic license;
• Firefighter II Certification or be able to complete the certification within a reasonable time determined by the Chief;
• National Incident Management IS 100, 200, and 700;
• AVOC/EVOC or equivalent; or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

How to Apply & Timeline

Interested candidates must submit a resume, cover letter and employment application to meet application requirements. Please submit the application and any supplemental materials online through the Town’s Career Portal.

Paper copies of the employment application are available upon request. If you have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources via email to hr@kennebunkmaine.us or call (207) 604-1382.

The deadline to apply is February 6th, 2026.

Upon review of applications, selected candidates will be invited to participate in an in-house assessment. This process will consist of a physical agility test (PAT), assessment panel, oral board and Chief’s interview. Candidates will be notified whether they are selected to participate or not shortly after the posting closing date.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Equal Opportunity Employer Statements

The Town of Kennebunk is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a service organization, we recognize that our most valuable asset is our employees. We encourage our employees to embrace and share their life experiences, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, and unique capabilities so that we may all better understand and learn from each other.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Town of Kennebunk shall employ, upgrade, and promote the best qualified person(s) who are available at the salary level established for the position, without discrimination as to race, religion, age, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation (including gender identity and expression), national origin or ancestry, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, color, political affiliation, whistleblower activity, or any other status protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.87 - $33.41 per hour

Expected hours: 42 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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