Firefighter & Firefighter/Paramedic

Position Description

West Pierce Fire & Rescue (WPFR) anticipates hiring up to 26 positions, to begin employment in January 2027. Please see the ENTRY-LEVEL Firefighter & Firefighter/Paramedic FAQ on our Career Resources webpage fo r more information.

The FAQ And Supplemental Information Below Detail Application Requirements.

Failure to submit an online application, with the required attachments, will result in removal from the testing process.

• This job posting is specific to ENTRY-LEVEL Firefighters and Firefighter/Paramedics.* If you have full-time, paid firefighting experience, apply via the LATERAL Firefighter & Firefighter/Paramedic job posting on the Employment Opportunities webpage.

The 2026 Monthly Base Salary For Firefighter/EMT - 5th Class Is $7,765. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification Is Not Required To Apply. The

> At least 18 years of age

> High school diploma or equivalent

> Valid driver's license allowing legal driving in the State of Washington

The 2026 Monthly Base Salary For Firefighter/Paramedic - 5th Class Is $8,736. In Addition To The Minimum Requirements Above, Paramedic Requirements Are:

> Current (unexpired) National Registry EMT-P and/or Washington State Paramedic certification(s) OR

> Successful completion of a fully accredited Paramedic program and passing the National Registry examinations

• If currently in Paramedic school you may apply now. You will be required to provide documentation of National Registry EMT-P or Washington State Paramedic certification by no later than December 4.

All entry-level recruits will complete the Red Knights Fire Academy. The FAQs provide detailed information on the training provided.

WPFR provides a generous benefits package and opportunity for a variety of pay incentives. Please see the Benefits tab for more information.

Conditional offers are based on successful completion of: criminal history background investigation, driving abstract review, medical exam with drug screening, psychological/suitability assessment and Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)*. Paramedic candidates who have not provided documentation of certification prior to offers, must do so as a condition of employment by no later than December 4.

• If you have completed CPAT within the 2026 calendar year, via an IAFF-approved testing center, documentation will be reviewed and may fulfill this requirement.

Personnel shall be accepted and serve as paramedics in the District’s program in accordance with the following parameters:

• Personnel hired for their paramedic certification shall serve in the District’s program and shall be ineligible to leave the paramedic program and continue employment for a minimum period of six years from the date of employment.

WPFR pays all costs associated with conditions; successful completion is required by December 4. T he probationary period for newly hired Firefighters is 9 months, following assignment to 24-hour shift, inclusive of no less than 70 shifts.

Essential Job Functions

The Firefighter is a uniformed, LEOFF position performing emergency and non-emergency duties with the legal authority and responsibility to direct and/or perform fire protection activities that are required for and directly concerned with preventing, controlling and extinguishing fires. Such activities include, but are not limited to: fire suppression, driving fire apparatus, performing as a pump operator and/or ladder company operator, emergency medical services, execution of training drills, business inspections, code enforcement, public education, and inspection and maintenance of fire equipment and high value apparatus. Firefighters may be assigned to any division of West Pierce Fire & Rescue, and may be provisionally appointed to a Captain position.

Controls Over Work

The position shall report to and is accountable to a Captain within their division. Performance is evaluated through observation of their ability to adequately perform all facets of the job duties and responsibilities associated with the position. The position will work a schedule in accordance with contractual agreement.

The Position Shall

Respond to fire incidents, mass casualty incidents, natural disasters and other emergency incidents, serving as an active member of the incident management system (IMS) as assigned by the incident commander, up to and including actively, physically participating in efforts to effectively mitigate the incident.

Drive district response vehicles to emergency incidents, non-emergency incidents and during routine duties.

Performs duties at emergency incidents, such as placing equipment, laying and connecting hoses and nozzles, serving as the pump operator and/or ladder operator, raising and climbing ladders, removing persons from danger, using chemical extinguishing agents and other tools and equipment, etc.

Deliver/administer medical treatment and transportation to injured and ill patients, as required, in accordance with local, sta…