Firefighter​/Paramedic

Description

City of Longview Firefighters/Paramedics are responsible for the protection and preservation of life and property by responding to emergencies, performing firefighting/rescue tasks, and providing emergency medical care. Work often requires hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve extreme physical exertion, heat, noxious smoke, zero visibility and mental concentration.

We are operating on a 48/96 shift schedule.

Fire Apprentice II Entry Pay is $61,011.13 without FLSA.
FF/Paramedic pay $69,341.63 – $84,116.18 without FLSA and lateral pay DOE.

• Must be 18 years of age by the end of the application period.
• Must be a US Citizen or Legal Resident.
• Must be a High School Graduate or equivalent.
• The applicant must have certification(s) that fall into one of the following categories at the time of application:

• DSHS/NREMT Paramedic: NREMT certification acceptable but must obtain DSHS certification by date of hire.
• TCFP Basic Firefighter and DSHS Paramedic: IFSAC seals acceptable but must obtain TCFP by date of hire; NREMT acceptable but must obtain DSHS by hire.

Step 1: COMPLETE THE CITY OF LONGVIEW EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION AND UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BY NO LATER THAN 8:00PM ON MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026.

• Waiver and Authorization to Release Information () – DOCUMENT MUST BE NOTARIZED.
• Applicant/Recruit Internet Access Consent Form ().
• Copy of ALL Fire/Paramedic certifications (attach to application).

Step 2: COMPLETE THE CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT THROUGH PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERS BY NO LATER THAN 8:00PM ON MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026.

• Visit the following link to access the candidate assessment:

Inspects and maintains LFD facilities, vehicles, equipment, apparatus, tools, supplies and hydrants; inspects, tests, evaluates and repairs equipment after use; notifies supervisors of equipment problems beyond the scope of authority or skills. Inspects and maintains personal protective equipment and assures that all firefighting equipment is in a state of readiness and available for immediate use. Responds to emergency alarms and calls for service, and performs fire suppression, rescue, and assists with emergency medical duties under the direction of training personnel as required to control emergency incidents;

follows orders under stressful conditions, and relays orders, instructions and information on team actions. Operates emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life saving tools and equipment; assists and coordinates with law enforcement personnel and other responders; extracts victims from accident sites and hazardous situations; enters burning buildings to extinguish fires and rescue victims. Preserves property and mitigates hazards, emergency situations and hazardous materials incidents;

performs salvage and clean‑up activities at fire and emergency scenes. Maintains LFD station and living quarters in clean and orderly condition; operates, inspects and maintains ambulance and other fire equipment; performs minor repairs on apparatus and equipment inside and outside of facilities; orders replacement supplies as needed. Studies City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, building locations, and special hazards of designated facilities, in order to perform duties in a fast and effective manner.

Prepares and maintains departmental records; may assist with inspection of buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances. Conducts public education sessions for a wide variety of audiences; participates in fire prevention, pre‑fire planning and safety programs; assists with training of citizens and volunteer staff as assigned. Attend and complete classroom and field training maintaining a departmental standard for grades, attendance, and skills performance as required for successful completion of the apprentice program within the predefined course period.

Attends training programs to continuously update work skills and knowledge. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Work is performed outdoors and indoors at emergency incident sites, and in fire station…