Entry Level Firefighter (Multiple Vacancies)

City of Kirkland, WA; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible benefit account

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Sick time

Retirement plan

Job summary

A municipal fire department is seeking Entry Level Firefighters who are dedicated to serving the community and responding in emergencies. Responsibilities include firefighting, emergency medical care, and maintaining department property. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Washington Driver's License, and the ability to lift up to 150 pounds. This is a physically demanding role requiring work during 24-hour shifts in potentially hazardous conditions. Competitive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 24-hour shifts under hazardous conditions.
• Must maintain a valid Washington Driver's License.
• Physical ability to move objects weighing up to 150 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire alarms and perform firefighting duties.
• Provide emergency medical care to injured persons.
• Perform general maintenance and upkeep of department property.

Skills

Fire suppression techniques

Emergency medical care

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Entry Level Firefighter (Multiple Vacancies)

medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan

The Kirkland Fire Department is seeking Entry Level Firefighters who are passionate about serving their community and answering the call in times of need. We are looking for individuals who are committed to protecting life, property, and the environment through professional emergency response and compassionate public service.

Working for the Kirkland Fire Department provides a unique opportunity to join a collaborative, community-focused team that values preparedness, teamwork, and continuous learning. Our firefighters take pride in delivering high-quality emergency medical care, fire suppression services, and public safety education while building trust and connection through the Kirkland community.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing general firefighting and emergency medical care at fire and disaster scenes.

Essential Duties

• Respond to fire alarms with a company; lay and connect hose, hold nozzles and direct water stream; raise and climb ladders; use chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment.
• Drive fire apparatus; operate pumps and other auxiliary fire apparatus.
• Ventilate burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or cutting holes in roofs and floors.
• Remove persons from danger and administer emergency care to injured or ill persons.
• Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of department property, clean and wash walls and floors, care for grounds around station; make minor repairs, wash, hang and dry hose; wash, clean, polish, maintain and test apparatus and equipment.
• Perform salvage and overhaul operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris.
• Participate in fire drills and attend classes in firefighting and emergency medical care.
• Inspect buildings to determine fire hazards.
• Perform other work as assigned.
• Write and maintain accurate reports.
• At higher level of Firefighter, instruct job skills to others.
• May be required to perform duties as a disaster worker in the event of a disaster affecting the City of Kirkland. This may require returning to work during off‑hours or remaining at work past normal work hours.

Peripheral Duties

• Perform administrative and/or technical support tasks for Fire Administration such as computer data entry, maintaining maps, researching programs and issues, and other related support tasks.
• Instruct the public in fire and emergency medical safety.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to obtain and maintain a working knowledge of fire suppression techniques.
• Ability to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions and to maintain an adequate level of physical fitness at all times.
• Ability to achieve and maintain certified status as an Emergency Medical Technician. Firefighter V must maintain defibrillation certification.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of firefighting duties and methods within a reasonable working test period.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or a GED. Candidates must meet such medical, age, psychological, and physical standards as may be prescribed. Must maintain a valid Washington Driver's License. Must be able to move objects weighing up to 150 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is usually performed during 24‑hour shifts. May frequently require exposure to hazardous conditions that are typical to a fire or emergency situation, such as intense heat, smoke, burning debris and falling structures. Wears self‑contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing in emergency situations. A large part of the time is spent in the performance of routine duties at a fire station.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 425‑587‑3210 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf 711.