Airport Firefighter & Paramedic: Rescue, Fire & ALS

County of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento County Airport Fire is seeking candidates for a Continuous Filing Exam to join as Firefighter/Paramedic. Incumbents handle aircraft rescue, firefighting, medical aid, vehicle incidents, and HazMat, with opportunities for Paramedic Pay (10%).

The role requires EMT or Paramedic certification, Fire Academy completion, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Candidates must meet general qualifications, licensing, and background checks.

Qualifications

• Possession of EMT or Paramedic certification from NREMT or EMS Authority.
• Fire Academy completion; OSFM substitution allowed with valid Firefighter I cert.
• Ability to meet background and licensing requirements and provide proof.

Responsibilities

• Respond to aircraft crashes, fires, medical aids, vehicle accidents, and HazMat incidents.
• Perform firefighting, rescue duties, and basic life support.
• Operate firefighting equipment and communicate effectively under pressure.

Skills

Learn firefighting & rescue

Medical aid response

Hazardous materials response

Team coordination

Education

EMT or Paramedic certificate/license

Fire Academy completion

Tools

OSHA compliant equipment

Computers (word processing, spreadsheets)

Job description

Sacramento County Airport Fire is seeking candidates for a Continuous Filing Exam to join as Firefighter/Paramedic. Incumbents handle aircraft rescue, firefighting, medical aid, vehicle incidents, and HazMat, with opportunities for Paramedic Pay (10%).

The role requires EMT or Paramedic certification, Fire Academy completion, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Candidates must meet general qualifications, licensing, and background checks.