Firefighter Trainee

Join the Fullerton Fire Department and become part of a proud tradition of service, where we invest in our community, protect our people, and work together to shape a safer, stronger future. The Fullerton Fire Department serves as a vital pillar of safety, resilience, and unity within the Fullerton community. Operating from six fire stations, the department provides essential services to 143,000 residents across a 22-square-mile area. Its team of 88 dedicated professionals works tirelessly to protect lives and property through emergency medical services, fire suppression, disaster response, and rescue operations.

Under direct supervision, in a training, non-safety capacity, a Fullerton Firefighter Trainee develops qualifications for the position of Firefighter; receives Fullerton Fire Department Academy instruction and performs related work as required. Upon successful completion of the Fullerton Fire Department Academy, a Firefighter Trainee shall be reclassified to Firefighter. Upon successful completion of probation, a Firefighter (probationary status) will be eligible to move to Firefighter (after completion of probation) and receive the applicable salary increase.

Benefits include: Bilingual Pay - 2%; Paramedic Pay - up to 15%; Longevity Pay - 6%; Education Incentive Pay - up to 6%; CalPERS Retirement Plan; Tuition Reimbursement.

Mandatory Requirements: High school diploma or recognized equivalent. Graduation from an Accredited Academy in the California State Fire Training (SFT) system with at least 400 hours of training or possess an SFT Fire Fighter I certification. Possession of a current State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license at the time of application and throughout employment in this position. An EMT basic license is the minimum acceptable credential. Valid Red Cross or American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification at the time of application and throughout employment in this position. Successful completion of a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) or Biddle Physical Ability Test (BPAT) dated between October 18, 2025 and October 18, 2026. Must have a valid Class C California Driver's License and acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of appointment. Eyesight not less than uncorrected 20/100, correctable to 20/30 with contacts or glasses. Must have color vision sufficient to recognize red, green, and yellow colors. Must be able to work a variety of shifts and a flexible schedule to include 40-hour workweeks or other shifts as assigned, overtime, emergency call back, holidays, and weekends to accommodate City needs.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, SFT Fire Fighter I certification or graduation from accredited academy (400+ hours), Current California EMT license (basic minimum), Current Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR certification, CPAT or BPAT completion dated 10/18/2025-10/18/2026, Valid California Class C Driver's License with acceptable driving record, 18 years or older, Uncorrected eyesight 20/100 correctable to 20/30, Color vision sufficient for red/green/yellow

Salary: $75,845.12 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-18