Emergency Medical Technician (Non-Safety)

City of Chula Vista • Chula Vista, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Chula Vista is hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (Non-Safety) for the Chula Vista Fire Department’s Emergency Medical Services Division. The division provides Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support ambulance transport services for calls in Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, and the Bonita Sunnyside Fire Protection District. EMTs respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, and other emergency calls to protect life and property; operate a paramedic unit; provide medical care; and take part in training, fire prevention, public education, and station and equipment maintenance. Employees work regular 24-hour or 13.5-hour shift schedules. The stated annual salary range is $40,520–$71,621, reflecting 40 regular hours plus additional overtime hours worked on either schedule.

The position is supervised by an assigned Fire Captain, with direction through San Diego County EMS protocols and from the EMS Battalion Chief and Medical Director. Employees provide emergency medical assessment and treatment, including basic life support, CPR, airway management, and operation of heart-monitoring and defibrillation equipment. They treat and transport patients according to county EMS protocols and department policy, communicate medical information, maintain records and reports, and care for vehicles, equipment, fire stations, and grounds. Other duties may include hydrant maintenance, inspections, fitness activities, and public education.

Applicants must be at least 18, have education equivalent to completion of twelfth grade, and hold a valid California EMT certification when applying. A San Diego County EMS Office EMT accreditation and a valid California Class C driver’s license are required at appointment. Candidates who complete the selection process may be placed on an eligibility list for six months, unless extended. New employees participate in an EMS Academy.

Requirements

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Valid Emergency Medical Technician certification with the State of California at the time of application; certification must be maintained during employment.
• Valid EMT accreditation with the County of San Diego EMS Office at the time of appointment.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license at the time of appointment.
• Knowledge of emergency medical basic life support principles and procedures, emergency response practices, San Diego County EMS regulations and protocols, and applicable firefighting and paramedicine laws and standards.
• Ability to perform under extreme pressure and in stressful or hazardous situations; make accurate observations and rapid judgments; and learn skills and methods quickly.
• Ability to work 24-hour shifts, variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Ability to perform lifesaving techniques, participate in continuing education, follow policies and supervisor orders, and work effectively as a team member.
• Ability to communicate clearly, attend training, teach classes and participate in public education, prepare reports, and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to operate, maintain, inspect, and repair vehicles, apparatus, and equipment; clean and maintain a fire station and grounds; and use relevant computer equipment and software.
• Ability to work in varied weather and with diverse cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and carrying objects up to 100 pounds, and occasionally objects or persons weighing more than 100 pounds, with or without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Fire Science or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, accidents, gas leaks, flooded structures, hazardous substances, and calls requiring lifesaving or rescue work.
• Assess patients, provide first aid and basic emergency medical treatment, and communicate vital medical information to medical and fire personnel.
• Perform primary and secondary patient assessments, CPR, airway management, and basic life support within established guidelines and medical direction.
• Operate heart-monitoring and defibrillation equipment, radios, telephones, and other communications equipment.
• Operate a paramedic vehicle safely and treat and transport patients according to San Diego County EMS protocols and department policy.
• Support and assist other fire and medical personnel during calls.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports, including controlled-drug inventories, equipment and station logs, and EMS reports.
• Clean, service, inspect, and test motor-driven equipment, including ambulances; maintain buildings and grounds.
• Study and follow Fire Department rules, regulations, and procedures; operate relevant computer equipment and software.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, City employees, outside agencies, colleagues, and the public.
• Attend training and meetings, participate in fire prevention and public education, and perform related assigned duties.
• May assist with hydrant maintenance or routine inspections and participate in a physical fitness program.

Benefits

• Employees in the position are represented by the Non-Safety International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 2180. A 2026 Non-Safety IAFF Benefits Summary is referenced in the posting, but specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED