Firefighter EMT/ Firefighter Paramedic (Lateral)

About the Role

Continue your fire service career with a progressive department serving a diverse and dynamic community. We're looking for dedicated and experienced fire service professionals to take on the role of Firefighter EMT or Lateral Firefighter Paramedic. Become a part of a team committed to protecting the community through emergency response, prevention, education, and service. You will join a team dedicated to serving the Mountain View community with professionalism, compassion, and respect.

Under the direction of a Fire Captain in the Suppression Division, you will provide emergency suppression, pre-hospital emergency care, and emergency medical assistance to those experiencing accidents, injuries, or illnesses.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, medical, rescue, and other emergency incidents.
• Provide emergency medical care and fire suppression services.
• Perform rescue, hazard mitigation, and related emergency operations.
• Conduct fire prevention inspections and public education activities.
• Maintain equipment, apparatus, stations, and operational readiness.
• Participate in training and support department operations as assigned.

Requirements

• Current full-time, sworn firefighter with at least one year of fire suppression experience (must be off probation, in good standing, and without a break in service).
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• California State Fire Training Firefighter 1 Certificate or a Fire Academy Certificate meeting the California State Fire Training Firefighter 1 curriculum.
• For Firefighter EMT applicants: Valid National Registry EMT certification. Candidates must obtain Santa Clara County EMT credential and CPR card within six months of appointment.
• For Firefighter Paramedic applicants: Valid Paramedic certification. Candidates must obtain Santa Clara County accreditation within six months of appointment.
• Valid California Driver's License with the ability to obtain a CA DMV authorization to operate firefighting vehicles before completing probation.
• Ability to meet the hearing, vision, and physical requirements of the position.
• Must obtain a valid CPAT by the time of appointment.

Qualifications

Applicants whose qualifications best align with the needs of the application will be invited to participate in the selection process, which is anticipated to include:

• Video Interview (100%) - Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 7, 2026.
• Oral Board Interview (100%) - Tentatively scheduled for the week of October 12, 2026.
• Fire Department Chief's Interview - Select candidates from the eligibility list may be invited to participate in a final interview with the Fire Department executive team for a more in-depth discussion of the position. Tentatively scheduled for the week of October 26, 2026.

The selection process and recruitment timeline are subject to change based on the number of applicants and the needs of the Department.

Skills

Highly Desirables:

• Associate degree in Fire Technology or a closely related field.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Russian.
• Military experience.

Certificates:

• Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A
• Rescue Systems 1, 2 and/or 3
• Confined Space Rescue Technician
• Rope Rescue Technician
• Hazardous Materials Technician and/or Specialist Certification
• Trench Rescue
• Structural Collapse
• Heavy Vehicle Rescue

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list from which current and future vacancies may be filled.