Entry-Level Firefighter

Entry Level Firefighter (Full-Time Paid) (January 1, 2027) Wages Per Local Bargaining Agreement

Reports to: This position normally works under the supervision of a Company Officer. Annual performance evaluations and project assignment will be received from the assigned Company Officer.

Nature of Work: The primary purpose of this position is to provide firefighting personnel to serve the community. This position performs firefighting, emergency medical care, and fire prevention duties. Included within these duties are the following: Preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires; saving life and property; assisting the public as directed; station and equipment maintenance; and related activities as required and performs other duties as may be assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Performs firefighting activities including, but not limited to, driving fire apparatus, operating fire pumps and related equipment, laying hose, climbing ladders, and using Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment.
2. Performs emergency medical activities including, but not limited to, basic life support, first aid, and defibrillation.
3. Assists in training for shift responders on various skills including firefighting, hydraulics, hazardous materials familiarization, heavy rescue, and emergency medical services to maintain an acceptable skill level.
4. Complies with District policies and procedures and ensures members are working/operating in a safe and prudent manner.
5. Participates in training and drills to meet department requirements.
6. Completes timely and accurate emergency incident reports and various recordkeeping functions, i.e., training reports, station logs, fire and EMS reports, etc.
7. Communicates effectively with others with the use of radios and telephones.
8. Participates in pre-incident planning of buildings, hydrants, and other fire prevention programs.
9. Assists with maintaining fire equipment, buildings, and apparatus, including the performance of minor repairs to Department's properties and cleaning, polishing, and testing equipment.
10. Performs daily checks of fire apparatus and equipment, and any other emergency equipment.
11. Utilizes computers and other electronic equipment for all related assignments.
12. Performs similar or incidental duties as required.

Benefit Information: The agency offers a generous benefit package, including: 100% Medical/Dental/Vision for employee and dependents, Longevity Pay, Education Pay, MERP (Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan), LEOFF 2 Pension Plan through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (employee and employer contributions), Annual Leave accrual (upon completion of one year), Sick Leave Accrual, Compensation for Holiday Duty Hours, Deferred Compensation through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (employee-only contribution).

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, Valid Washington State driver's license (by hire date), At least 18 years of age, Pass driver and pre-employment screening, Pass written examination, Pass CPAT (within last 6 months), US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, Ability to read, speak and write English, No felony convictions as adult, Physical ability to perform duties including lifting minimum 120 pounds, working at heights up to 40+ feet, passing SCBA Physical Agility Test, dragging/pulling up to 200 pounds, working in ambient temperatures 100-150°F with SCBA, crawling in confined spaces, climbing ladders/stairs with equipment up to 50 pounds

Salary: Wages Per Local Bargaining Agreement

Application Deadline: 2026-11-09