Top 6 Firefighters Jobs in Olympia, Wa

Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT and Entry-Level Firefighter/Paramedic
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue —Tacoma, WA
- $7,295 - $10,004 a month
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Driving
- Cleaning
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West Pierce Fire & Rescue —University Place, WA
- $7,765 - $8,736 a month
- Multiple hires
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- English
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Military Service - Air Force Reserve —Olympia, WA
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- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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- $32.16 - $42.89 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Driving

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Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT and Entry-Level Firefighter/Paramedic
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue —Tacoma, WA
Responds to non-emergency or lower priority calls for assistance (i.e. pumping flooded basements, etc.). Performs firefighting activities including driving fire…
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Entry-Level Firefighter/EMT and Entry-Level Firefighter/Paramedic

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue -
Tacoma, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$7,295 - $10,004 a month
10 days ago

Qualifications

Participating in emergency response calls as a firefighter
Incident command
Staff supervision
Firefighting rescue operations
Developing safety training programs
Removing debris
Floor cleaning
Fire apparatus operation
Pump operation
Minor facility damage repair
Groundskeeping
Property maintenance
Community risk education support in emergency response operations
Basic life support
Driving
Public safety planning
Public safety education
Cleaning
Developing new training programs
Equipment testing
Firefighting specialized equipment operation
Machine minor repairs
Hazard communication
Patient emergency assistance
Entry level
Hazardous materials incident response
Facility inspection
Under 1 year
Fire prevention inspections

Full Job Description

JOB

We are seeking candidates interested in entry-level Firefighter/EMT and entry-level Firefighter/Paramedic positions! No firefighting experience is necessary. All training is provided.

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue provides 24-hour emergency medical and fire suppression protection to approximately 331,000 community members covering 178 square miles, encompassing the communities of Elk Plain, Frederickson, Graham, Midland, Orting, Parkland, Puyallup, South Hill, Spanaway, and Summit. As of January 1, 2026, Central Pierce Fire & Rescue is now the second-largest fire district in Washington state.

This recruitment will create a list of candidates from which we will fill at least two fire academies in 2027 and possibly more. Selected candidates who are not already EMT certified will receive this training as part of the fire academy. Candidates who are selected for Paramedic vacancies must already be certified as Paramedics and will receive a premium pay. We have a contract for service with neighboring South Pierce Fire & Rescue and will use this recruitment to fill two Firefighter/Paramedic vacancies for them.

FIREFIGHTER POSITION DESCRIPTION

Protects life and property by performing firefighting, emergency medical aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties. Maintains fire equipment, aid equipment, apparatus, and facilities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Fire Lieutenant or Captain.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May assist to coordinate, instruct, or supervise the work of new recruits, or other part-time department personnel, as assigned, and may perform as a Lieutenant (if qualified) on an occasional basis.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishing tasks.

Provides immediate emergency medical aid to sick and injured persons at the level of certification (EMT or Paramedic) using limited equipment. Controls the scene, may prepare for the arrival of Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support transport personnel, and may transport when necessary.

Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects.

Inspects buildings within the District to obtain pre-incident plans that illustrate basic structural layout, identify any potential hazards, and show the location of the sprinkler systems and hydrants to be used in the event of an emergency.

Maintains fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment.

Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around station; makes minor repairs; washes, hangs and dries hose; washes, cleans, polishes, maintains and tests apparatus and equipment.

Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.

Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.

Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.

Responds to non-emergency or lower priority calls for assistance (i.e. pumping flooded basements, etc.).

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Assists in department supervisory and administrative activities as assigned.

Assists in training new employees as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Application Period: 6/24/26 - 8/3/26
Online Written Exam: 8/15/26
Oral Board Interviews (In-person): 9/8/26 - 9/10/26
Background Investigation: September - October 2026
Chief's Interviews (In-person): 11/2/26 - 11/9/26
Online Psychological Testing: 12/1/26 - 12/2/26
Psychological Evaluations: December 2026
Physical Evaluations, including drug screen: December 2026 - January 2027
Academy #1 Start Date: 2/1/27

Second Group - Tentative Timelines
Chief's Interviews: 4/13/27 - 4/14/27
Online Psychological Testing: 4/26/27 - 4/27/27
Psychological Evaluations: May 2027
Physical Evaluations, including drug screen: May 2027
Academy #2 Start Date: 6/28/27

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