Firefighter/Paramedic

Responsibilities: Drives apparatus in all weather and traffic conditions in a safe manner; provides emergency medical treatment in the field and in transit to medical facilities within certification level; disentangles and extricates individuals at the scene of an accident using common and specialized hand and power tools; fills out and completes ambulance records. Conducts daily and weekly vehicle and equipment maintenance repairs or reports needed repairs to an officer; completes and routes forms and reports. Controls and extinguishes fire and hazardous chemicals using water, chemicals, dry powders and gases; protects life and property by controlling hazardous situations, evacuating people, and moving property or protecting with covers; selects hose and nozzle to use and directs to extinguish fires; positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to assist people to exit structures; creates openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance using hand or power tools; fills out and processes fire reports. Inspects businesses, single and multi-family residences, and student housing for compliance with city ordinances; investigates fires to determine probable cause. Prepares for, conducts, or participates in training sessions; maintains fire station equipment and grounds including routine housekeeping and maintenance duties such as painting, mopping, cleaning, and general repairs. Attends work on a regular and dependable basis. Interacts in a professional and respectful manner with city staff and the public. Performs other tasks as assigned.

Pay and benefits for the Pullman Fire Department are determined by collective bargaining agreements between the City of Pullman and IAFF Local 1892. For 2026: 4-platoon schedule with a 47.5-hour workweek. Paramedic premium pay 11% of salary step. Education Incentive: 2% and 4% for associates and bachelor's degree respectively. 108 hours annual flexible paid leave with ability to cash out annually. Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Top Tier Health Insurance and Vision plan starting as low as $0.00 for a $100 deductible. Dental for $0.00 for employee and dependents. Life & Accidental Death & Disability insurance. LEOFF2 Retirement Plan. Elective Deferred Compensation Plan.

Selection Process: Step 1: Apply, Schedule, and Complete Written Test. Entry-level and internal reserve candidates must pass a written examination with a score of 70% or above. Lateral applicants are not required to complete a written examination but must still apply via PST, NTN, or on the City of Pullman website. Step 2: Successful Completion of Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT). CPAT must have been completed no more than 12 months prior to the date of list pull. Step 3: Panel Interview. Candidates who have successfully completed the previous steps will be invited to the panel interview. Step 4: Civil Service Approval of Eligibility Lists. Step 5: Chief's Interview. If there are open positions available, a Fire Chief's panel will interview and select candidates using the established Pullman Civil Service guidelines.

Requirements: 21 years of age, high school graduate or G.E.D., U.S. citizen or lawful work authorization, ability to read/write/speak English, Current Washington State or National Registry EMT-P by application deadline, valid driver's license by application deadline, good driving record, must pass pre-employment medical physical, must pass Washington State Fire Academy if applicable, ability to perform all physical requirements, no felony convictions, no domestic violence convictions

Salary: Step 1 - $6,385 to Step 5 - $7,760

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled