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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 18 years of age or older (at the time of application)
- High School Diploma or GED (at the time of application)
- Valid driver’s license
- Physically and mentally fit to perform vigorous basic skills
- Minimum of Emergency Medical Technician licensure (at the time of a conditional job offer)
PREREQUISITES FOR EMPLOYMENT:
- Candidates must be in excellent physical condition.
- Employment is contingent on the results of a background investigation.
- Applicants are not eligible to apply if they have been convicted of a felony.
- Employment is contingent on the results of a physical examination that includes a pulmonary test and a psychological evaluation performed by a physician.
- Employment is contingent on the results of a pre-employment drug test.