Firefighter/Paramedic

JOB

Under general supervision, performs a full range of firefighting duties to include the suppression of various types of fires, emergency medical services, fire training, prevention and public relations activities, fire station, equipment and apparatus maintenance; performs related duties as required.

The Firefighter-Paramedic is a journey level class within the Fire Department responsible for performing a variety of duties and responsibilities in support of the department’s fire prevention and suppression responsibility. This classification is distinguished from the higher classifications in that higher classifications are responsible for operating and maintaining a variety of fire equipment and apparatus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certifications

• Firefighter I or Completion from Accredited Firefighter I Academy
• ICS 200
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-700
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-800
• S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
• S-130 Firefighter Training
• Hazmat FRO
• Auto Extrication
• Fire Control 3
• Driver Operator 1A (within 6 Months)

Licenses

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License
• Valid State of California Paramedic License, Riverside County Endorsement
• Valid CPR Healthcare Professional/ Basic Life Support (BLS) ACLS, PALS or PEPP and BTLS or PHTLS provider.
• Valid Firefighters Physical Agility Test consisting of a Biddle or CPAT

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications
• Preparing and maintaining accurate reports and records
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with city staff, elected officials and the public
• Communicate effectively
• Use standard office equipment including personal computer, fax, copier, calculator
• ICS- 100
• Fire Fighter II
• Rescue System 1
• Driver Operator 1 A
• One (1) year of Firefighting experience in an all-risk fire agency with increased responsibility in leadership and management activities.
• Water Rescue Awareness
• Hazmat Decon

Special Requirements: Applicant must have a satisfactory driving record that will allow the individual to be insurable with the Fire Department’s insurance company. Persons seeking appointment to this class must meet the safety health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the Fire Department.

Completed Applications are due no later than 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2026 to City of Calimesa Human Resources Department at 908 Park Avenue, Calimesa, CA 92320 or via email at dgerdes@calimesa.gov. the Application packet is available at https://www.calimesa.gov/Jobs.aspx.