FIREFIGHTER - PARAMEDIC

Pullman Fire Department · Pullman, WA$6,385–$7,761/moPosted Jul 21, 2026
All Jobs  >  FIREFIGHTER - PARAMEDIC Apply FIREFIGHTER - PARAMEDIC Pullman, WA • Pullman Fire Department Apply Job Type Full-time Description  CITY OF PULLMAN, WASHINGTON FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDICThe City of Pullman is offering a $10,000 signing bonus for all lateral hires!** Please read the entire announcement before applying. **Responsibilities:The Pullman Fire Department in Pullman, Washington, is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Firefighter Paramedic. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, and community safety initiatives. Entry Level Minimum Qualifications include:21 years of age at the time of appointment.High school graduate or G.E.D.Be a United States citizen or hold appropriate documentation to work in the United States.Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.Current Washington State or National Registry EMT-P by the application deadline. Able to obtain Washington State Certification within 60 days after academy completion (if applicable).Valid Driver’s License by the date of the application deadline. Able to obtain Washington License within 90 days of hire if needed. Good driving record as verified by a background investigation.Successfully pass a mandatory pre-employment Medical Physical.Successfully pass the Washington State Fire Academy if applicable.Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of Section 41.08.070 of the Revised Code of Washington.Lateral-Transfer Qualifications, in addition to the qualifications above, include:Meet the minimum qualifications for entry level and, in addition: Successful completion of a fire academy that meets all the requirements for Firefighter 1 and 2 certifications as established in NFPA 1001 and NFPA 472, as determined by the hiring authority. Firefighters not certified as IFSAC/Pro Board Firefighter 1 and 2 must complete the certification process before the end of the trial period.Currently employed as a firefighter with a fire protection agency.Minimum of two years of full-time structural firefighting and paramedic experience in a jurisdiction similar in size or larger than the City of Pullman, or equivalent as determined by hiring authority.Possession of current certification as a Paramedic (hiring authority to determine required certification level at time of announcement) in the state of residence or national registry and able to obtain equivalent level of certification as recognized by the state of Washington within 3 months of appointment.Salary and Benefits:Pay and benefits for the Pullman Fire Department are determined by collective bargaining agreements between the City of Pullman and IAFF Local 1892.For 2026: 4-platoon schedule with a 47.5-hour workweek. Firefighter Pay Scale 2026: Step 1 - $6,564 to Step 5 - $7,979 per month Paramedic premium pay is 11% of the salary step Education Incentive: 2% and 4% for associate's and bachelor’s degrees, respectively 108 hours of annual flexible paid leave with the ability to cash out annually. Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Top Tier Health Insurance and Vision plan starting as low as $0.00 for a $100 deductible Dental for $0.00 for employee and dependents Life & Accidental Death & Disability insurance LEOFF2 Retirement Plan Elective Deferred Compensation Plan Step 1: Apply, Schedule, and complete the written testThe initial testing process is conducted by Public Safety Testing and/or National Testing Network. Entry-level candidates must pass a written examination with a score of 70% or higher. Lateral applicants are not required to complete a written examination; however, they must still apply via either Public Safety Testing, National Testing Network, or on the City of Pullman...

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