San Bernardino County
*Firefighter Trainee (Paramedic Trainee)
San Bernardino County, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Job Summary
Priority will be provided to San Bernardino County Fire Protection District employees and candidates currently enrolled in paramedic school or completed paramedic school and are awaiting exam date.
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Firefighter Paramedic Trainee
upon completion of the Tower.
Compensation Up to $101,888.96 annually
(Includes EMT stipend: $160/month)
Benefits To review job‑specific benefits refer to
Summary of Benefits
and
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) .
Eligibility All interested candidates must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) and possess a CA EMT License or Nationally Registered EMT (NREMT) certification at the time of application.
FCTC test dates are still available! Click
HERE
for more information. If you cannot find a test date, please reach out to FCTC directly.
NOTE:
If you currently possess a paramedic license, please apply
HERE .
Career Opportunities San Bernardino County Fire District offers a wide variety of experience and career opportunities. Gaining a glimpse of what it’s like to work for SBCoFD is encouraged.
The
Firefighter Trainee
is the entry‑level class in the Firefighter series, paid at $30.69 per hour for a 40‑hour workweek while attending the San Bernardino County Fire Tower (Academy). Trainees learn and practice fire prevention and suppression, equipment and apparatus care, usage, safety and maintenance, fire terminology, codes, policies, procedures and operations, and state and local laws.
Firefighter Paramedic Trainees
work under training conditions to develop the knowledge and skills required to qualify for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic upon successful completion of a paramedic program and licensing.
Promotion Upon successful completion of the Tower,
Trainees
will be promoted to
Firefighter – Paramedic Trainee
($74,314.24–$99,968.96 per year based on 56‑hour workweek).
Employees must qualify for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic within 36 months or may be terminated. Incumbents are eligible for promotion upon meeting the minimum qualifications with a satisfactory work performance evaluation.
Conditions of Employment Probationary Period:
Completion of the San Bernardino County Fire Tower (Academy) is required, including the Firefighter I Certification through the California State Fire Service Training and Education System. Upon successful completion, incumbents will be appointed to a Firefighter – Paramedic Trainee position.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to perform during high‑stress situations, hear within normal audio range without correction, lift and carry equipment and individuals, wear a self‑contained breathing apparatus, have vision correctable to 20/20, pass a color perception test, and work in a variety of environmental conditions.
Other Requirements:
Applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass background investigation, medical examination, polygraph, psychological evaluation, DMV driving record check, military record check, reference checks, and prior employment history review. Failure to meet medical standards may result in withdrawal of employment offer. All employees must adhere to the County Fire and Special Districts Dress Code, which prohibits visible tattoos.
Health and Physical Condition:
Must meet the safety health and physical condition standards deemed necessary for performance of duties established by the San Bernardino County Fire District.
Dress:
Candidates, applicants, and employees are expected to dress appropriately for all testing, interview, background, and on‑the‑job phases; at minimum business‑casual unless instructed otherwise.
Physical Assessment All candidates must successfully complete a job‑related physical assessment prior to receiving a final job offer. The assessment includes a beep (multi‑stage shuttle run) test, pull‑ups, push‑ups, and sit‑ups.
Beep Test:
Continuous run between two markers, 20 meters apart, in time with audio beeps. The pace increases each level until the candidate cannot maintain speed. Measures aerobic endurance and stamina.
Pull‑Ups:
Minimum number within a time limit.
Push‑Ups:
Minimum number within a time limit.
Sit‑Ups:
Minimum number within a time limit.
FCTC Statewide Eligibility List Minimum Requirements
Be 18 years of age or older.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Possess a valid Cal‑JAC CPAT Card (CPAT results uploaded automatically by FCTC).
Receive a passing score on the FCTC Written Test – written test score expires 12 months from date taken. SBCFPD accepts FCTC scores of 80% or higher.
--AND--
License:
A valid California EMT License or Nationally Registered EMT Certification is required at the time of application and must be attached to your application. The license must be current and in good standing.
--AND--
Current CPR/BLS certification (copy must be attached to your application).
Application Procedure To be considered for this opportunity, complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Applicants must submit all required materials before the closing of this recruitment. Once submitted, you will receive a screen‑on confirmation and an email. If no confirmation is received, the application was not received.
For assistance, review the online application guide or contact the toll‑free applicant support line at (855) 524‑5627. Note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by internet, computer, or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check e‑mail frequently. Keep the email on record current and update spam, junk, bulk, and firewall settings as needed.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) San Bernardino County is an equal‑employment‑opportunity and ADA‑compliant employer.
ADA Accommodation: Submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (PDF) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline if you require testing accommodation.
Veterans’ Preference Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans’ Preference points. Refer to the Veterans’ Preference Policy for details.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
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Auto‑Promote to
Firefighter Paramedic Trainee
upon completion of the Tower.
Compensation Up to $101,888.96 annually
(Includes EMT stipend: $160/month)
Benefits To review job‑specific benefits refer to
Summary of Benefits
and
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) .
Eligibility All interested candidates must be on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) and possess a CA EMT License or Nationally Registered EMT (NREMT) certification at the time of application.
FCTC test dates are still available! Click
HERE
for more information. If you cannot find a test date, please reach out to FCTC directly.
NOTE:
If you currently possess a paramedic license, please apply
HERE .
Career Opportunities San Bernardino County Fire District offers a wide variety of experience and career opportunities. Gaining a glimpse of what it’s like to work for SBCoFD is encouraged.
The
Firefighter Trainee
is the entry‑level class in the Firefighter series, paid at $30.69 per hour for a 40‑hour workweek while attending the San Bernardino County Fire Tower (Academy). Trainees learn and practice fire prevention and suppression, equipment and apparatus care, usage, safety and maintenance, fire terminology, codes, policies, procedures and operations, and state and local laws.
Firefighter Paramedic Trainees
work under training conditions to develop the knowledge and skills required to qualify for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic upon successful completion of a paramedic program and licensing.
Promotion Upon successful completion of the Tower,
Trainees
will be promoted to
Firefighter – Paramedic Trainee
($74,314.24–$99,968.96 per year based on 56‑hour workweek).
Employees must qualify for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic within 36 months or may be terminated. Incumbents are eligible for promotion upon meeting the minimum qualifications with a satisfactory work performance evaluation.
Conditions of Employment Probationary Period:
Completion of the San Bernardino County Fire Tower (Academy) is required, including the Firefighter I Certification through the California State Fire Service Training and Education System. Upon successful completion, incumbents will be appointed to a Firefighter – Paramedic Trainee position.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to perform during high‑stress situations, hear within normal audio range without correction, lift and carry equipment and individuals, wear a self‑contained breathing apparatus, have vision correctable to 20/20, pass a color perception test, and work in a variety of environmental conditions.
Other Requirements:
Applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass background investigation, medical examination, polygraph, psychological evaluation, DMV driving record check, military record check, reference checks, and prior employment history review. Failure to meet medical standards may result in withdrawal of employment offer. All employees must adhere to the County Fire and Special Districts Dress Code, which prohibits visible tattoos.
Health and Physical Condition:
Must meet the safety health and physical condition standards deemed necessary for performance of duties established by the San Bernardino County Fire District.
Dress:
Candidates, applicants, and employees are expected to dress appropriately for all testing, interview, background, and on‑the‑job phases; at minimum business‑casual unless instructed otherwise.
Physical Assessment All candidates must successfully complete a job‑related physical assessment prior to receiving a final job offer. The assessment includes a beep (multi‑stage shuttle run) test, pull‑ups, push‑ups, and sit‑ups.
Beep Test:
Continuous run between two markers, 20 meters apart, in time with audio beeps. The pace increases each level until the candidate cannot maintain speed. Measures aerobic endurance and stamina.
Pull‑Ups:
Minimum number within a time limit.
Push‑Ups:
Minimum number within a time limit.
Sit‑Ups:
Minimum number within a time limit.
FCTC Statewide Eligibility List Minimum Requirements
Be 18 years of age or older.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Possess a valid Cal‑JAC CPAT Card (CPAT results uploaded automatically by FCTC).
Receive a passing score on the FCTC Written Test – written test score expires 12 months from date taken. SBCFPD accepts FCTC scores of 80% or higher.
--AND--
License:
A valid California EMT License or Nationally Registered EMT Certification is required at the time of application and must be attached to your application. The license must be current and in good standing.
--AND--
Current CPR/BLS certification (copy must be attached to your application).
Application Procedure To be considered for this opportunity, complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Applicants must submit all required materials before the closing of this recruitment. Once submitted, you will receive a screen‑on confirmation and an email. If no confirmation is received, the application was not received.
For assistance, review the online application guide or contact the toll‑free applicant support line at (855) 524‑5627. Note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by internet, computer, or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check e‑mail frequently. Keep the email on record current and update spam, junk, bulk, and firewall settings as needed.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) San Bernardino County is an equal‑employment‑opportunity and ADA‑compliant employer.
ADA Accommodation: Submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (PDF) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline if you require testing accommodation.
Veterans’ Preference Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans’ Preference points. Refer to the Veterans’ Preference Policy for details.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
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