New and Lateral Applicants Welcome!

Firefighter/EMT Firefighter/Medic

Entry: $62,000 Entry: $73,290

Six month: $63,564 Six month: $75,021

One year: $65,162 One year: $76,784

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!

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
• 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 $1500.00 annually)
• Onsite Fitness Facilities