Firefighter/Paramedic (Lateral)

The City of Rocklin is currently accepting applications for Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic

Future Salary Increases: 2% base salary increase effective July 2027; 1% base salary increase effective January 2028

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Responds to emergency incidents and provides basic or advanced life support care (based on level of certification); assists in the emergency transportation of patients to medical facilities as required. Responds to fire alarms, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, public service calls, or other incidents that require the mitigation of circumstances that may threaten life, property, or the environment. Drives and operates fire apparatus and related equipment as necessary, during emergency and non-emergency responses. Properly positions apparatus at the scene to ensure effective and safe operations. Searches and rescues victims from buildings, motor vehicles, water hazards, and other locations. Isolates and minimizes hazardous materials spills. Works closely with other emergency medical staff and coordinates with police, public safety, and fire personnel from other agencies; responds to mutual aid situations. Participates in investigations, clean-up, salvage, and overhaul operations. Participates in the fire inspections of buildings and properties within the City on a regularly scheduled basis. Maintains apparatus and vehicles in a clean and operable condition; performs minor maintenance and repair on equipment; reports the need for major repair. Maintains the station and living quarters in a clean and orderly condition; performs minor maintenance on facilities and station equipment. Participates in all assigned drills and training sessions. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with the community; presents a variety of educational and public services programs to children, as well as youth and community groups. May coordinate specific program or project areas, such as EMT, hazardous materials, CPR and First Aid training, and specialty equipment acquisition and maintenance. Prepares reports, prepares and maintains logs, records, and accurate files. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements: High school diploma or GED, Current employment with an urban/suburban fire suppression agency with at least 3 years full-time paid experience, Valid California Paramedic License or current NREMT-P certification, State of California Certified Firefighter I Certificate or equivalent, Valid California Class C Driver's License with Firefighter Endorsement within one year of hire, Firefighter Task Book completion within 12-month probationary period, PC Section 832 certificate may be required within one year of appointment

Salary: $87,686.00 - $119,507.00 Annually