Firefighter/Paramedic

We are pleased to announce two (2) anticipated opening for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic with the City of Canyon Lake. Although this position is listed as salaried for posting purposes, it is an hourly (non-exempt) position. The salary amount shown includes additional compensation applicable to this role, specifically 3.91% added to the base hourly rate in lieu of holiday pay, as well as applicable FLSA pay. The base hourly pay range for this position is $22.40 – $27.22 , exclusive of the additional compensation referenced above.

Under general supervision, the Firefighter/Paramedic performs a full range of firefighting duties to include the control and suppression of various types of fires, rescues persons from buildings, traffic accidents, and hazardous situations; provides advance life support services; participates in fire training, community risk reduction, and community engagement activities; performs fire station, equipment, and apparatus maintenance; extricate trapped individuals from motor vehicles; completes required reports and administrative duties, and performs other related duties as required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Responds to fire alarms, rescue alarms, medical emergencies, and other emergency calls to protect life and property; lays and connects hoses; holds nozzle and directs water streams in the control and extinguishing of fires in structures or other objects; uses forcible entry tools, bars, hooks, life-safety lines, ground ladders, chemical extinguishers, and other auxiliary equipment. Raises and climbs ladders up to 35 feet and may climb a 100 foot aerial ladder; ventilates structures using such techniques as opening windows and cutting or chopping holes through the roof; accomplishes rescue work; removes persons from danger which may include dragging up to 165 pounds up to 70 feet; accomplishes salvage operations such as placing or throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris; completing all the above while wearing full firefighter personal protective equipment and breathing from a self-contained breathing apparatus.

Responds to requests for medical emergencies to provide immediate care; observes and reports vital signs, cares for victims of accidents or illness; administers advanced life treatment to injured or ill persons; provides emergency care at the scene; carrying heavy equipment such as trauma bags, drug boxes, monitors, and burn kits; moves patients from various locations to prepare from transportation.

Operates emergency vehicles in compliance with Fire Department Operations Directives, local, state and federal rules and regulations; works 48-hour shifts and 56-hour work weeks and overtime unless otherwise assigned; may be recalled to duty in cases of emergencies and/or disasters.

Performs preventive maintenance and daily inspections on fire apparatus and equipment; inspects fire apparatus after each operation to ensure proper and efficient operating condition; participates in routine daily housekeeping and maintenance of fire facilities; cleans, washes, and services fire apparatus; tests, washes, hangs, and dries hoses; changes hoses on fire apparatus; reports worn, damaged, or lost parts and tools.

Completes and maintains various records and reports; assists in completion of building pre-plans, participates in fire inspection, prevention, and suppression training programs to maintain occupational skills; attends drills and training classes regarding firefighting techniques, operation of specialized firefighting equipment, design and construction of buildings, location of exits, entrances, fire alarm boxes, fire hydrants, sprinkler systems, and other related topics; assists with public education programs.

Studies technical material on modern firefighting techniques and water systems; maintaining medical continuing education by studying medical journals, literature, and case studies; accomplishes general maintenance work in the upkeep of the fire station and grounds; accomplishes routine housekeeping chores such as sweeping, mopping, cooking, washing and cleaning.

Secures and maintains all certifications and licenses as required by Fire Department. May fill in as a full-time Fire Engineer/Paramedic as needed. Provides vacation and temporary relief as required. Performs other duties as required.

Work Schedule: 48/96-hour shift schedule (approximately 10 shifts per month)

Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Up to 100% of the selected medical plan premium for employees; 80% of dependent premium coverage; Life insurance coverage of $50,000 for employees; Medicare contribution paid by the City at 1.45% of salary; Defined benefit retirement program (not CalPERS); City contribution of 12.5% with a 2.5% employee match (after first year); Deferred compensation plan options available; 96 hours of vacation annually; 96 hours of sick leave annually; One (1) floating holiday annually; Holiday pay provided at 3.91% added to the hourly rate; FLSA Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) pay provided in accordance with federal regulations.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and satisfactory driving record; California Firefighter 1 certification or completion from accredited Firefighter 1 academy required; Current Licensure as a California Paramedic required; College coursework in fire science, emergency medicine, or related field preferred; Prior experience in municipal fire agency or emergency medical services agency (paramedic provider) preferred; Desirable certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Prehospital Trauma Advance Life Support or equivalent (PHTLS), Healthcare Professional Basic Life Support; Firefighters Physical Agility Test (CPAT or Biddle) current within twelve months or employed as full-time firefighter within last twelve months; Successfully passed online National Testing Network (NTN) Firefighters test for Canyon Lake Fire Department within last twelve months

Salary: $69,586.68 - $84,583.05 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-12-31