Firefighter (Paramedic/Hazardous Materials Technician)
Department of the Navy
Summary
You will serve as a FIREFIGHTER (PARAMEDIC/HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN) in the FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT of NAVSTA GREAT LAKES IL.
Duties
- You will comply with health and safety rules and procedures while treating victims.
- You will assess a patient systematically to identify the nature, extent, and seriousness of the patient's condition.
- You will determine the potential harm of hazardous material to people and the environment.
- You will complete written reports and records on emergency services incidents, patients, drugs administered equipment, or supplies used.
- You will determine measures needed to minimize the loss or damage as a result of fire or explosion.
Required Documents
Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:
- Prepare the documents below before applying.
- Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position: You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume.
- You must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities you select in the announcement questionnaire with your application package.
- Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager.
- Cover letter is optional.
- A complete resume is required.
- Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages.
- Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered.
- Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments.
- Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications.
About this role
The Firefighter (Paramedic/Hazardous Materials Technician) position with the Department of the Navy is based in Great Lakes, Illinois. You will serve as a FIREFIGHTER (PARAMEDIC/HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN) in the FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT of NAVSTA GREAT LAKES IL. The role pays $62,470 to $89,703 per year.
Day to day, the work involves the core duties of the Firefighter role as detailed in the announcement below. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal law enforcement and security experience this Firefighter (Paramedic/Hazardous Materials Technician) position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Firefighter (Paramedic/Hazardous Materials Technician) position with the Department of the Navy in Great Lakes, Illinois, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
The posted pay of $62,470 to $89,703 per year places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. Based in Great Lakes, Illinois, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 26, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.