What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter Trainee position at City of South Pasadena?
The City of South Pasadena is seeking motivated Firefighters eager to attend paramedic school and become Firefighter Paramedics!
Apply by October 26, 2025
Under general supervision, responds on emergency and non-emergency calls to fight fires and perform rescue operations; trains, drills and works in fire suppression and fire prevention activities; repairs and maintains fire apparatus and equipment; and maintains quarters.Responds to emergency calls for medical and fire aid; drives fire vehicles to the scene of emergencies; performs emergency bandaging and splinting, and other medical procedures as prescribed by law; performs in a full range of firefighting duties in the suppression of structural, brush and other types of fires; participates in regular training activities, and fire prevention inspections and programs; may act as Fire Engineer ; and performs related work as required.
Education/Experience
Candidates shall be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
All Candidates MUST Have
Arithmetic, principles of mechanics, elementary chemistry; modern firefighting techniques and problems; basic English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and composition.
Ability To
Perform emergency first aid, including C.P.R.; respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressure; climb ladders and work at considerable heights; use tools and equipment; perform limited mechanical work involved in maintaining firefighting and rescue vehicles; appropriate safety precautions and procedures; and understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Physical Demands
Exposure to extreme physical demands would require the candidate to be in excellent condition. This includes, but is not limited to, lifting and/or dragging of heavy weight, bending, stretching, stooping, squatting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, running, jumping, pushing, pulling, twisting, and other forms of moderate to extreme physical exertion.
Special Requirements
Possession of CPR and EMT I certificates.
Incumbents in the Firefighter Paramedic Trainee classification are eligible for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic upon meeting the minimum qualifications with a satisfactory work performance evaluation. Employees must qualify for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic within 36 months or may be terminated.
During the period of the trainee appointment, the trainee shall have probationary status. Appointments to the higher classification are subject to a new probationary period.
Working Conditions
All Fire Department personnel work under extreme conditions that require excellent physical conditioning.
FLSA Status
All Fire Department personnel who work 24-hour shifts fall under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
This recruitment may close, or be extended, at any time, without prior notice. Cover letter, resume and other attachments must be in PDF format.
Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience and, level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate will be required to go through a background check, a physical examination, and psychological profile before appointment. Only complete applications or applications that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
To Apply
Employment Applications are available online only. Please submit your completed application and attach copies of ALL certificates and licenses in PDF format.
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spasadenaca
For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The City of South Pasadena is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of South Pasadena intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (626) 403-7239 or email HR@southpasadenaca.gov.
The City of South Pasadena is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work.
FAIR CHANCE ACT
The City of South Pasadena is committed to providing fair opportunities to all applicants, including those with a criminal history. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of South Pasadena has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information about the Fair Chance Act, please visit https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
Apply by October 26, 2025
Under general supervision, responds on emergency and non-emergency calls to fight fires and perform rescue operations; trains, drills and works in fire suppression and fire prevention activities; repairs and maintains fire apparatus and equipment; and maintains quarters.Responds to emergency calls for medical and fire aid; drives fire vehicles to the scene of emergencies; performs emergency bandaging and splinting, and other medical procedures as prescribed by law; performs in a full range of firefighting duties in the suppression of structural, brush and other types of fires; participates in regular training activities, and fire prevention inspections and programs; may act as Fire Engineer ; and performs related work as required.
Education/Experience
Candidates shall be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
All Candidates MUST Have
- Certificate of completion of California State Fire Marshal's Office accredited fire academy, or California State Fire Marshal Firefighter I certification.
- Proof of passing the Biddle or IAFF CPAT within the last 12 months
- A valid California or National Registry EMT Certification.
- Firefighter Restricted Class C Driver’s license as issued by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles.
- 911 experience as an EMT
- College coursework related to Fire Science
- Paramedic School prerequisite courses such as Anatomy & Physiology
Arithmetic, principles of mechanics, elementary chemistry; modern firefighting techniques and problems; basic English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and composition.
Ability To
Perform emergency first aid, including C.P.R.; respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressure; climb ladders and work at considerable heights; use tools and equipment; perform limited mechanical work involved in maintaining firefighting and rescue vehicles; appropriate safety precautions and procedures; and understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Physical Demands
Exposure to extreme physical demands would require the candidate to be in excellent condition. This includes, but is not limited to, lifting and/or dragging of heavy weight, bending, stretching, stooping, squatting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, running, jumping, pushing, pulling, twisting, and other forms of moderate to extreme physical exertion.
Special Requirements
Possession of CPR and EMT I certificates.
Incumbents in the Firefighter Paramedic Trainee classification are eligible for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic upon meeting the minimum qualifications with a satisfactory work performance evaluation. Employees must qualify for promotion to Firefighter Paramedic within 36 months or may be terminated.
During the period of the trainee appointment, the trainee shall have probationary status. Appointments to the higher classification are subject to a new probationary period.
Working Conditions
All Fire Department personnel work under extreme conditions that require excellent physical conditioning.
FLSA Status
All Fire Department personnel who work 24-hour shifts fall under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
This recruitment may close, or be extended, at any time, without prior notice. Cover letter, resume and other attachments must be in PDF format.
Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience and, level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate will be required to go through a background check, a physical examination, and psychological profile before appointment. Only complete applications or applications that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
To Apply
Employment Applications are available online only. Please submit your completed application and attach copies of ALL certificates and licenses in PDF format.
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spasadenaca
For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The City of South Pasadena is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of South Pasadena intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (626) 403-7239 or email HR@southpasadenaca.gov.
The City of South Pasadena is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work.
FAIR CHANCE ACT
The City of South Pasadena is committed to providing fair opportunities to all applicants, including those with a criminal history. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of South Pasadena has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information about the Fair Chance Act, please visit https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
