Firefighter Paramedic

City of Barstow • Barstow Fire Protection District, CA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for more than just a job? We're seeking passionate, driven Fire Paramedics ready to answer the call, serve with purpose, and be part of a team that values courage, professionalism, and community. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want a career where every day matters, we want to hear from you. Under the direction of the assigned administrator, Firefighter Paramedic protects public safety, health, and welfare by responding to fire and emergency medical calls for service and maintaining equipment and facilities. Provides basic and advanced life support services during aid calls, conducts fire suppression activities, supports traffic accident responses and other hazards, and engages in public relations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with firefighter endorsement and a good driving record
• EMT-P certification in San Bernardino County at time of application or must be able to obtain the San Bernardino County certification
• CPR certification
• California State Fire Marshal FFI Certificate or California State Fire Marshal accredited Level I FFI academy
• California state paramedic license and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Nice To Haves

• Previous firefighting experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire calls for service, lays hose lines, directs the water stream, and sets up ladders.
• Performs rescue, clean-up, and salvage work; ventilates buildings.
• Responds to emergency medical calls for service, follows state and local protocols in the treatment of sick and injured persons, administers first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical procedures.
• Maintains an inventory of emergency medical supplies and equipment.
• Maintains fire facilities, equipment, and apparatus ensuring pristine condition.
• May be recalled to duty in cases of emergency.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and inspections on fire apparatus and equipment
• Assists and cooperates with other public safety agencies.
• Conducts medical assessments, fire inspections, fire suppression, public education, and training classes.
• Manages emergency scenes at the highest level of medical care in the field and statewide.
• Manages multi-casualty incidents and fire scene suppression tasks.
• Participates in the daily fire station activities including maintenance of the station, grounds, equipment, and various training activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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