06/02/2026
We are hiring!
Career Captain – AEMT/Paramedic
AEMT: $28.93/hourly
Paramedic: $31.25/hourly
Excellent benefits package
Colchester Rescue is seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Advanced Life Support provider to fill a full-time leadership position. Candidates are expected to have a solid background in Emergency Medical Services, with the ability to lead a crew through a variety of medical emergencies.
Career Captains are primarily responsible for responding to emergency medical calls for service, and ensuring proper treatment and care for patients. Other administrative duties include ambulance operation, public education/outreach, crew training, routine station and vehicle maintenance, as well as additional tasks, as assigned.
A full-time position at Colchester Rescue entails a 36- to 48- hour workweek, with 1.5x overtime rate of pay after 40 hours. Required shift work includes days/nights, weekends, holidays and working in all types of weather. Successful candidates will be licensed at Vermont AEMT or Paramedic level, or be eligible for reciprocity. Must possess a valid driver’s license, ICS 100, 200 and 700. AHA CPR Instructor, EVOC certification and ICS 300, 400 desired.
To apply online for consideration please visit:
https://colchestervt.gov/321/Human-Resources
For additional information please contact Assistant Chief Becky Alemy:
[email protected]
The Town of Colchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position open until filled.