Okay then what about $27 an hour? We have to have a number here people.
What do you pay your employees? If you don't have any what do you pay yourself?
I realize that's North of the Bay, but hey we gotta start somewhere.
Okay then what about $27 an hour? We have to have a number here people.
Guess so...forgot about them. But still I have no issue with their pay, as they work around kids and I expect a bit more from them.
Case in point...at Freeport in the early 1980's, one of our custodians was also one of the SoWal bus drivers. He let us smoke on the bus! And pretty girls were allowed to go stand next to him, in the front. (Ask Seagrovegirl if you don't believe me!) On the last day of school, we could have egg fights, and he stopped on the 331 causeway to let us jump in the bay and wash it off. While I thought it harmless and great funn in 1980, no way as a parent would I want that man driving my child today.
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Don't you also get medical, plus medical and pension payments after you retire? 28K is pretty low, but to be fair you should also be adding in the cost of your medical and the 'investment retirement income' you get in terms of pension benefits.
Yes I get a pension and no I don't have medical after retirement. I also pay for a portion of my pension.
The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) is currently recruiting firefighters. Applicants must hold a Florida Certificate of Compliance as a firefighter. EMT or Paramedic preferred. Effective October 1, 2007 FF/EMT starting salary is $38,398 and FF/PM starting salary is $44,121 with additional incentives available. SWFD also offers a comprehensive benefit package.
What do you pay your employees? If you don't have any what do you pay yourself?
I realize that's North of the Bay, but hey we gotta start somewhere.
Before we debate,err, discuss the difference between minimum wage and liveable wage, please define "prevailing wages"???![]()
I was looking at the wcfd site, they list starting salaries around 38K for firefighters with EMT certification. Is 28K your actual starting? That seems kind of low.
Curious, what percentage of your salary goes to your pension and how much does the state match?
I try to take home around $25-$30 a week if things are going well.
7% is what I pay. As to what Department you are looking at, Walton County Fire Rescue is funded differently than South Walton Fire Rescue.