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Join a dedicated team as a Firefighter Paramedic in a community-focused fire department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in firefighting, emergency medical care, and community service while enjoying a supportive work environment. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, personal growth, and work-life balance, you will be part of a family-oriented team that values courage, integrity, and safety. The department offers competitive hiring bonuses, comprehensive training, and a commitment to mentoring. If you are ready to make a difference and serve your community, this position is perfect for you.
FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC
ENTRY AND LATERAL POSITIONS
*Lateral Firefighters starting salary is negotiable, based on qualifying experience.
This recruitment is open continuously. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the recruitment may close at any time.
$15,000 HIRING BONUS!
Lateral Firefighters - $5,000 upon completion of the Fire 14-day mini academy; $5,000 upon passing probation at 12 months, $5,000 on the one (1) year anniversary of successfully passing probation.
Newly hired Firefighters- $2,500 after passing six (6) month probationary test; $5,000 upon successfully completing one (1) year probation; and $7,500 on the one (1) year anniversary of successfully passing probation.
The Colton Fire Department's mission is to protect life, property, and the environment in order to preserve and improve the quality of life of those we serve. Paramedics employed by the Colton Fire Department engage directly in firefighting, emergency medical care, technical rescue, hazardous materials mitigation, disaster responses, fire prevention, public education, and community service. We are here to provide not only emergency care, but also personal care and services.
Why should you join our department?
Are you tired of:
Our department succeeds because our employees succeed, and we firmly believe in mentoring our members at all ranks. Joining our agency means you will be working alongside passionate, dedicated, and innovative members to provide excellent service to our community, visitors, and those who travel through our major highways.
Our standards are high. We recognize current challenges and tackle them head on, all while striving for, and progressing toward excellence in every aspect of our job. If you believe you have what it takes to be a part of our community of firefighters, we invite you to apply today!
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Firefighter Medic is the entry level class primarily responsible for responding to fire alarms, providing life support at emergency scenes and protecting life and property endangered by fire.
The Lateral Firefighter Medic is the journey level class and is defined as an individual currently employed with an established fire department, functioning as a licensed paramedic and firefighter. Occasionally assist in the training of lower-level Firefighter positions.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May occasionally exercise technical and functional supervision over lower-level Firefighter staff.
Essential Functions: We are looking for individuals striving to be part of our team that possess the following values:
For additional essential functions of the job, review the Firefighter Medic job description.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience: Firefighter Medic must possess experience in emergency services, or paramedic services. (Lateral Firefighter Medic) must possess one (1) year of continuous employment with an established fire department functioning as a licensed paramedic and firefighter.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of, or the ability to obtain upon hire, a valid California Class C Driver License, and a satisfactory driving record at the time of hire, and throughout employment. - Possession of, or the ability to obtain upon hire, valid EMT-P, CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
- Lateral Firefighter Medic must possess a California State Training Fire Fighter I certification.
Waived written examination: There is no written examination for lateral candidates who possess a California State Fire Training Fire Fighter I certification or equivalent, and a minimum of one (1) year of continuous employment with an established fire department functioning as a licensed paramedic and firefighter.
Recruitment and Selection Process
Examination Process: All interested candidates must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (list requirements include the written and physical agility components).
How to be placed on the FCTC list: visit www.FCTConline.org for more information on how to register for upcoming CPAT physical agility and written tests. Information and study materials can be found on the web-site along with information about financial hardship grants and testing fees. Human Resources will confirm eligibility to move forward with the recruitment process.
Below is the recruitment timeline to give you advanced notice of important dates of this process. When backgrounds are complete and clear, we provide time for candidates to provide two-week notice to their current employers. Our new hire academy will start April 14, 2025:
Recruitment process will include, but is not limited to:
Candidates successful in all phases of the recruitment process will have their name certified to an eligibility list. This list will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur. The list will be active for one (1) year.
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