| Location | Mountain View, CA |
| Salary | $142,610.78–$192,336.04 Per Year |
Firefighter EMT/ Firefighter Paramedic (Lateral)
Salary
$142,610.78 - $192,336.04 Annually
Location
Police/Fire Administration Building
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202400149
Department
Fire Department
Division
Suppression
Opening Date
08/07/2026
Closing Date
8/28/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
MVFF
Whats the Role and What Youll Do
Continue your fire service career with a progressive department serving a diverse and dynamic community.
Were 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 that is 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.
If youre looking for a department that values teamwork, professionalism, and service, we encourage you to apply. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list from which current and future vacancies may be filled. Review our detailed job description for Firefighter EMT here and Firefighter/Paramedic here for detailed information.
As a Firefighter, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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.
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 Drivers 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.
Highly Desirables:
Submit your application and required documents online at GovernmentJobs.com or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650)903-6309. Applications and required licenses/certifications must be received by 5:00 PM PST on Friday, August 28, 2026. Late submissions, including postmarks, faxes, emails, and interoffice mail received after the deadline, will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Please provide a valid email address, as recruitment updates will be sent electronically.
Incomplete applications or applications missing required documents will not be considered.
Required Documents
Additional Certifications (Optional)
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:
The selection process and recruitment timeline are subject to change based on the number of applicants and the needs of the Department.
Fine Print:
Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Prior to hire, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a Preemployment History Questionnaire, an extensive background investigation, including Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI fingerprint check, a medical examination, and a psychological screening. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.
Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more, visit our Benefit Comparison Chart and/or the applicable Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on our website.
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Which classification are you applying for?
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Are you presently employed as a full-time, sworn firefighter with one or more years of continuous service in fire suppression?
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Please indicate your number of full-time, sworn years of experience in fire suppression.
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At the time of application, are you off probation, in good standing with your current employer, and have you maintained continuous fire service employment without a break in service?
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Please indicate your highest level of education:
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Please indicate which of the following certificates you possess:
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Please indicate which of the following certificates or licenses you possess:
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Do you possess a valid California Drivers License or have the ability to obtain one prior to appointment, and can you obtain authorization to operate firefighting vehicles before completing probation?
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Please select the certificates that you currently possess (check all that apply):
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Please indicate if you possess bilingual proficiency in the following (check all that apply):
Required Question
Employer City of Mountain View (CA)
Address 500 Castro Street
Mountain View, California, 94041
Website https://www.mountainview.gov/