{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0bce52f0bc06b0a63f923064","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0bce52f0bc06b0a63f923064","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0bce52f0bc06b0a63f923064","title":"FIREFIGHTER","description":"GENERAL PURPOSE:\nThis is fire suppression, investigative and preventive inspection, and emergency medical aid work.\n\nCLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:\nDirect supervision of other full‑time employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification. However, employees may be assigned to research a topic and conduct training sessions for career and reserve firefighters, direct reserves and other career members at the scene until relieved by an officer, and direct reserves and other career members on all ambulance calls. Reports to a Fire Captain or Fire Lieutenant who is the shift officer. Close supervision is required initially; however, as training and experience is gained, the degree of supervision lessens with the employee assigned a task which is performed with considerable independence. Work performance is reviewed for the knowledge demonstrated during drills and training sessions, for the quality of emergency medical attention provided, and for the quality of daily activities performed.\n\nILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDrives ambulance in all weather and traffic conditions in a safe manner and as quickly as possible; provides emergency medical treatment in the field and in transit to medical facilities within certification level; disentangles and extricates individuals at the scene of an accident using common and specialized hand and power tools; fills out and completes ambulance records;\n\nConducts daily and weekly vehicle and equipment maintenance repairs or reports needed repairs to an officer; completes and routes forms and reports.\n\nDrives apparatus to scene of fire; controls and extinguishes fire and hazardous chemicals using water, chemicals, dry powders and gases; protects life and property by controlling hazardous situations, evacuating people, and moving property or protecting with covers; selects hose and nozzle to use and directs to extinguish fires; positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to assist people to exit structures; creates openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance using hand or power tools; fills out and processes fire reports.\n\nInspects businesses, single and multi‑family residences, and student housing for compliance with city ordinances; investigates fires to determine probable cause.\n\nPrepares for, conducts, or participates in training sessions; maintains fire station equipment and grounds including routine housekeeping and maintenance duties such as painting, mopping, cleaning, and general repairs.\n\nMakes presentations to the public on an assigned subject.\n\nAttends work on a regular and dependable basis.\n\nInteracts in a professional and respectful manner with city staff and the public.\n\nOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:\n\nPerforms other tasks as assigned.\n\nRequirements\nSELECTION FACTORS:\n(Applicants should describe their previous experience and training for each of the following selection factors. These factors will be the basis for selecting the most qualified applicants to be interviewed. Candidates selected for employment must satisfactorily demonstrate possession of these factors during a prescribed probationary period, and afterwards, for continued employment.)\n\nAbility to read, comprehend, and apply a variety of fire suppression, prevention, inspection, and emergency medical materials and information.\n\nAbility to perform a variety of mechanical operations.\n\nAbility to reason and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations or situations involving personal danger.\n\nAbility to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse working conditions.\n\nAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.\n\nAbility to learn and apply a variety of firefighting duties and methods, as well as skill in the use of firefighting equipment within a reasonable work test period.\n\nAbility to understand and follow oral and written instructions.\n\nPhysical strength and agility sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.\n\nPossession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician certification (BLS) or an EMT Advanced certification (ILS) or a valid EMT Paramedic certification (ALS).\n\nPossession of a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\n(Persons applying for a position of this class should have any combination of the following experience and training.)\n\nHigh School Graduate/GED or equivalent.\n\nMinimum 21 years of age by date of hire\n\nBe a United States citizen or hold appropriate documentation to work in the United States.\n\nAbility to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.\n\nCurrent Washington State or National Registry EMT/EMT-P by application deadline.. Able to obtain Washington State Certification within 60 after academy completion (if applicable).\n\nValid Driver’s License by date of application deadline. Able to obtain Washington License within 90 days of hire if needed.\n\nGood driving record as verified by a background investigation.\n\nSuccessfully Pass a mandatory pre‑employment Medical Physical.\n\nSuccessfully pass the Washington State Fire Academy if applicable.\n\nCandidates must meet the minimum requirements of Section 41.08.070 of the Revised Code of Washington.\n\nAny experience or education which would demonstrate the ability to read, comprehend, and apply a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures, and the ability to learn to perform the work.\n\nTOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:\n(For a detailed list of tools and equipment used, please refer to a current position description.)\n\nEmergency medical aid unit, fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, and other standard firefighting equipment, ladders, first aid equipment, radio, pager, personal computer, phone, copy machine, fax machine.\n\nWORK ENVIRONMENT:\n(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)\n\nWork is performed primarily in office, vehicle and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during 24‑hour shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Work is occasionally performed in confined spaces and/or in complete darkness. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.\n\nThe employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds. Employee may be expected to share a load, such as a patient up to 600 pounds, with other employees.\n\nThe noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings, and loud at an emergency scene.\n\nSalary and Benefits:\n\nPay and benefits for the Pullman Fire Department are determined by collective bargaining agreements between the City of Pullman and IAFF Local 1892.\n\nFor 2026:\n\n4-platoon schedule with a 47.5‑hour workweek.\n\nFirefighter Pay Scale 2026:\n\nStep 1 - $6,564 to Step 5 - $7,979 per month\n\nParamedic premium pay is 11% of the salary step\n\nEducation Incentive: 2% and 4% for associate's and bachelor’s degrees, respectively\n\n108 hours of annual flexible paid leave with the ability to cash out annually.\n\nPaid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.\n\nTop Tier Health Insurance and Vision plan starting as low as $0.00 for a $100 deductible\n\nDental for $0.00 for employee and dependents\n\nLife & Accidental Death & Disability insurance\n\nLEOFF2 Retirement Plan\n\nElective Deferred Compensation Plan\n\nStep 1: Apply, Schedule, and complete the written test (pulling list on 04/15/2026)\nThe 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 website.\n\nhttps://www.publicsafetytesting.com/career-path/positions/firefighter?from=main\n\nhttps://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/exams.cfm\n\nhttps://www.pullman-wa.gov/\n\nStep 2: Successful Completion of Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) (must have taken CPAT by 04/15/2026)\nCandidates must have a current and valid CPAT.\n\nCandidates must have completed the CPAT no more than 12 months before applying.\n\nCandidates can find out more information related to the CPAT here:\n\nhttps://www.publicsafetytesting.com/information-center/firefighter-cpat/\n\nhttps://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/cpat_info.cfm\n\nStep 3: Panel Interview (on or about April 27 - May 8th)\nCandidates who have successfully completed the previous steps and scored in the top 10 candidates (subject to change) with their respective testing platform will be considered for a panel interview. Candidates must pass the panel interview with a combined score of 70% or higher to move forward in the process.\n\nStep 4: Civil Service approval of the eligibility list (possibly at May 27th meeting)\nThe Civil Service Commission will approve the eligibility list based on current Civil Service rules. Candidates will be notified of their placement on the eligibility list.\n\nStep 5: Chief’s interview (TBD)\nIf there are open positions available, a Fire Chief’s panel will interview and select candidates using the established Pullman Civil Service guidelines. Additional evaluation may be required prior to offer of employment.\n\nAdditional Information:\n\nNew employees will be sent to a fire academy and will receive IFSAC Firefighter 1, 2 and Haz Mat Operations certifications. Lateral employees may be required to complete all or a portion of a fire academy as determined by the hiring authority.\n\nIndividuals applying for preference points shall notify the Chief Examiner at time of application. Veteran’s preference points shall be accorded as required by R.C.W. 41.04.010 as it now exists or may hereafter be amended. Reserve firefighters currently employed by the City of Pullman or having been employed in the previous 3 years may receive preference points after receiving a passing score (70% or higher) on the written examination. Reserve applicants are eligible for 2% points of the test score per service year up to 5 years or 10%\n\nThe life of the eligibility list shall follow Civil Service Rules as outlined in Rule V Section 9.\n\nThe duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.\n\nThe job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.\n\nThe City of Pullman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.\n\nPlease reach out to Chief Examiner Heidi Pederson at heidi.pederson@pullman-wa.gov or 509-338-3155 if you have questions regarding this announcement.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Pullman Wa","rawCompany":"pullman wa","city":"Pullman","state":"WA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-12T03:25:54.188Z","occupations":[{"code":"33-2011.00","title":"Firefighters","slug":"firefighters"},{"code":"33-1021.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-firefighting-and-prevention-workers"},{"code":"33-2021.00","title":"Fire Inspectors and Investigators","slug":"fire-inspectors-and-investigators"}],"industries":[{"code":"922160","title":"Fire Protection","slug":"fire-protection"},{"code":"922190","title":"Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities","slug":"other-justice-public-order-and-safety-activities"},{"code":"922120","title":"Police Protection","slug":"police-protection"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"FIREFIGHTER","description":"GENERAL PURPOSE:\nThis is fire suppression, investigative and preventive inspection, and emergency medical aid work.\n\nCLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:\nDirect supervision of other full‑time employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification. However, employees may be assigned to research a topic and conduct training sessions for career and reserve firefighters, direct reserves and other career members at the scene until relieved by an officer, and direct reserves and other career members on all ambulance calls. Reports to a Fire Captain or Fire Lieutenant who is the shift officer. Close supervision is required initially; however, as training and experience is gained, the degree of supervision lessens with the employee assigned a task which is performed with considerable independence. Work performance is reviewed for the knowledge demonstrated during drills and training sessions, for the quality of emergency medical attention provided, and for the quality of daily activities performed.\n\nILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDrives ambulance in all weather and traffic conditions in a safe manner and as quickly as possible; provides emergency medical treatment in the field and in transit to medical facilities within certification level; disentangles and extricates individuals at the scene of an accident using common and specialized hand and power tools; fills out and completes ambulance records;\n\nConducts daily and weekly vehicle and equipment maintenance repairs or reports needed repairs to an officer; completes and routes forms and reports.\n\nDrives apparatus to scene of fire; controls and extinguishes fire and hazardous chemicals using water, chemicals, dry powders and gases; protects life and property by controlling hazardous situations, evacuating people, and moving property or protecting with covers; selects hose and nozzle to use and directs to extinguish fires; positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to assist people to exit structures; creates openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance using hand or power tools; fills out and processes fire reports.\n\nInspects businesses, single and multi‑family residences, and student housing for compliance with city ordinances; investigates fires to determine probable cause.\n\nPrepares for, conducts, or participates in training sessions; maintains fire station equipment and grounds including routine housekeeping and maintenance duties such as painting, mopping, cleaning, and general repairs.\n\nMakes presentations to the public on an assigned subject.\n\nAttends work on a regular and dependable basis.\n\nInteracts in a professional and respectful manner with city staff and the public.\n\nOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:\n\nPerforms other tasks as assigned.\n\nRequirements\nSELECTION FACTORS:\n(Applicants should describe their previous experience and training for each of the following selection factors. 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Candidates selected for employment must satisfactorily demonstrate possession of these factors during a prescribed probationary period, and afterwards, for continued employment.)\n\nAbility to read, comprehend, and apply a variety of fire suppression, prevention, inspection, and emergency medical materials and information.\n\nAbility to perform a variety of mechanical operations.\n\nAbility to reason and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations or situations involving personal danger.\n\nAbility to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse working conditions.\n\nAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.\n\nAbility to learn and apply a variety of firefighting duties and methods, as well as skill in the use of firefighting equipment within a reasonable work test period.\n\nAbility to understand and follow oral and written instructions.\n\nPhysical strength and agility sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.\n\nPossession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician certification (BLS) or an EMT Advanced certification (ILS) or a valid EMT Paramedic certification (ALS).\n\nPossession of a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\n(Persons applying for a position of this class should have any combination of the following experience and training.)\n\nHigh School Graduate/GED or equivalent.\n\nMinimum 21 years of age by date of hire\n\nBe a United States citizen or hold appropriate documentation to work in the United States.\n\nAbility to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.\n\nCurrent Washington State or National Registry EMT/EMT-P by application deadline.. Able to obtain Washington State Certification within 60 after academy completion (if applicable).\n\nValid Driver’s License by date of application deadline. Able to obtain Washington License within 90 days of hire if needed.\n\nGood driving record as verified by a background investigation.\n\nSuccessfully Pass a mandatory pre‑employment Medical Physical.\n\nSuccessfully pass the Washington State Fire Academy if applicable.\n\nCandidates must meet the minimum requirements of Section 41.08.070 of the Revised Code of Washington.\n\nAny experience or education which would demonstrate the ability to read, comprehend, and apply a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures, and the ability to learn to perform the work.\n\nTOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:\n(For a detailed list of tools and equipment used, please refer to a current position description.)\n\nEmergency medical aid unit, fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, and other standard firefighting equipment, ladders, first aid equipment, radio, pager, personal computer, phone, copy machine, fax machine.\n\nWORK ENVIRONMENT:\n(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)\n\nWork is performed primarily in office, vehicle and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during 24‑hour shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Work is occasionally performed in confined spaces and/or in complete darkness. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.\n\nThe employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds. Employee may be expected to share a load, such as a patient up to 600 pounds, with other employees.\n\nThe noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings, and loud at an emergency scene.\n\nSalary and Benefits:\n\nPay and benefits for the Pullman Fire Department are determined by collective bargaining agreements between the City of Pullman and IAFF Local 1892.\n\nFor 2026:\n\n4-platoon schedule with a 47.5‑hour workweek.\n\nFirefighter Pay Scale 2026:\n\nStep 1 - $6,564 to Step 5 - $7,979 per month\n\nParamedic premium pay is 11% of the salary step\n\nEducation Incentive: 2% and 4% for associate's and bachelor’s degrees, respectively\n\n108 hours of annual flexible paid leave with the ability to cash out annually.\n\nPaid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.\n\nTop Tier Health Insurance and Vision plan starting as low as $0.00 for a $100 deductible\n\nDental for $0.00 for employee and dependents\n\nLife & Accidental Death & Disability insurance\n\nLEOFF2 Retirement Plan\n\nElective Deferred Compensation Plan\n\nStep 1: Apply, Schedule, and complete the written test (pulling list on 04/15/2026)\nThe 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 website.\n\nhttps://www.publicsafetytesting.com/career-path/positions/firefighter?from=main\n\nhttps://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/exams.cfm\n\nhttps://www.pullman-wa.gov/\n\nStep 2: Successful Completion of Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) (must have taken CPAT by 04/15/2026)\nCandidates must have a current and valid CPAT.\n\nCandidates must have completed the CPAT no more than 12 months before applying.\n\nCandidates can find out more information related to the CPAT here:\n\nhttps://www.publicsafetytesting.com/information-center/firefighter-cpat/\n\nhttps://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/cpat_info.cfm\n\nStep 3: Panel Interview (on or about April 27 - May 8th)\nCandidates who have successfully completed the previous steps and scored in the top 10 candidates (subject to change) with their respective testing platform will be considered for a panel interview. Candidates must pass the panel interview with a combined score of 70% or higher to move forward in the process.\n\nStep 4: Civil Service approval of the eligibility list (possibly at May 27th meeting)\nThe Civil Service Commission will approve the eligibility list based on current Civil Service rules. Candidates will be notified of their placement on the eligibility list.\n\nStep 5: Chief’s interview (TBD)\nIf there are open positions available, a Fire Chief’s panel will interview and select candidates using the established Pullman Civil Service guidelines. Additional evaluation may be required prior to offer of employment.\n\nAdditional Information:\n\nNew employees will be sent to a fire academy and will receive IFSAC Firefighter 1, 2 and Haz Mat Operations certifications. Lateral employees may be required to complete all or a portion of a fire academy as determined by the hiring authority.\n\nIndividuals applying for preference points shall notify the Chief Examiner at time of application. Veteran’s preference points shall be accorded as required by R.C.W. 41.04.010 as it now exists or may hereafter be amended. Reserve firefighters currently employed by the City of Pullman or having been employed in the previous 3 years may receive preference points after receiving a passing score (70% or higher) on the written examination. Reserve applicants are eligible for 2% points of the test score per service year up to 5 years or 10%\n\nThe life of the eligibility list shall follow Civil Service Rules as outlined in Rule V Section 9.\n\nThe duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. 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