EMT Recruit

UPDATE 5/11/2022:   The hiring process is complete.  Academy 13 will begin May 23, 2022.  If you are interested in future academy opportunities, please complete the interest form: 

 https://louisvilleky.wufoo.com/forms/emt-training-interest-form/

Louisville Metro EMS routinely hires EMT Recruit position for individuals without EMS experience or certification. This site will be a main point of communication for the selection process which will include the latest process updates and applicant information.

4 Month Paid Training Class

Pay During Training: $14.24/hour

Pay After Certification: $17.89/hour

The EMT Recruit position is an opportunity for individuals seeking certification and full-time employment as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). EMT Recruits will be paid during the 4 month training process ($14.24 per hour) and are eligible for benefits.  Upon successful certification as an EMT, Recruits will be promoted to a full-time EMT position ($17.89 per hour) with Louisville Metro EMS. Upon hire as an EMT Recruit, an employment agreement is signed requiring at least one year of employment with LMEMS following certification - failure to adhere to the agreement will result in reimbursement for the training class up to $1,200.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements at the time of application:

• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• No Felony Convictions - Misdemeanors are considered on a case by case basis.

Please click the below links for more information about this process. 

• Download Applicant Forms Below (to be submitted at Information and Testing Sessions)

1. ​Background Investigation Questionnaire
2. Kentucky Background Check Form
3. Out-of State Background Check Form (only required for applicants who have lived outside Kentucky in the last 7 years
4. Polygraph Waiver Affidavit

• 2022 EMT Recruit Selection Process
• About Louisville Metro EMS
• Metro Government Benefits

Questions?

emsrecruitment@louisvilleky.gov