Firefighter Paramedic Trainee — Earn While Training & Serve

Orange County Fire Authority; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero out-of-pocket medical

Dental insurance available (optional)

Job summary

Orange County Fire Authority seeks a Firefighter Trainee to perform a full range of firefighting duties and to provide emergency paramedical services to the community. A 2-year commitment begins upon paramedic accreditation and completion of the recruit academy.

Successful candidates must obtain and maintain OCEMSA Paramedic Accreditation and OCFA certification, while meeting the academy and pre-employment requirements. This role includes comprehensive benefits and a structured training pathway.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform firefighting duties in various environments (structural, aircraft, wildland) and provide emergency paramedical services.
• Obtain OCEMSA Paramedic Accreditation and OCFA accreditation following the recruit academy.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Orange County Fire Authority seeks a Firefighter Trainee to perform a full range of firefighting duties and to provide emergency paramedical services to the community. A 2-year commitment begins upon paramedic accreditation and completion of the recruit academy.

Successful candidates must obtain and maintain OCEMSA Paramedic Accreditation and OCFA certification, while meeting the academy and pre-employment requirements. This role includes comprehensive benefits and a structured training pathway.