Firefighter/Paramedic (Non-Lateral)

City of Rocklin, CA

$87K — $119K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Two years of full-time paid experience as an EMT or Paramedic.
  • Valid California Paramedic License or current NREMT-P certification is necessary at the time of application.
  • State of California Certified Firefighter I Certificate or equivalent required prior to appointment.
  • Valid California Class C Driver's License needed; Firefighter Endorsement required within a year of hire.
  • Must possess a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card at hiring.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to emergency incidents and provide life support care; assist in patient transport.
  • Handle fire and rescue operations during various incidents, ensuring safety and efficiency.
  • Drive and operate fire apparatus, positioning them effectively at emergency scenes.
  • Conduct searches and rescue operations in diverse environments.
  • Manage hazardous materials incidents and spills safely and efficiently.
  • Collaborate with emergency medical staff and various agencies during mutual aid situations.
  • Engage in fire inspections of City properties, contributing to community safety.

Benefits

  • Standard city benefits package, including health insurance.
  • Retirement plan options available through CalPERS.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave provided.
  • Training and development opportunities for continuous education.
Full Job Description
Salary : $87,686.00 - $119,507.00 Annually
Location : Rocklin Fire Department, CA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Fire Department
Division: Operations
Opening Date: 07/08/2026

Description
The City of Rocklin is currently accepting applications for Firefighter/Paramedic (Non-Lateral)
To be considered, applicants must be reachable on the Statewide Eligibility List from FCTC. Learn how to get your name on the list at FCTConline.org

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and submit their application before August 17, 2026, will be invited to participate in a Paramedic Skills assessment tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

Future Salary Increases:

2% base salary increase effective July 2027

1% base salary increase effective January 2028

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Responds to emergency incidents and provides basic or advanced life support care (based on level of certification); assists in the emergency transportation of patients to medical facilities as required.
  • Responds to fire alarms, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, public service calls, or other incidents that require the mitigation of circumstances that may threaten life, property, or the environment.
  • Drives and operates fire apparatus and related equipment as necessary, during emergency and non-emergency responses. Properly positions apparatus at the scene to ensure effective and safe operations.
  • Searches and rescues victims from buildings, motor vehicles, water hazards, and other locations.
  • Isolates and minimizes hazardous materials spills.
  • Works closely with other emergency medical staff and coordinates with police, public safety, and fire personnel from other agencies; responds to mutual aid situations.
  • Participates in investigations, clean-up, salvage, and overhaul operations.
  • Participates in the fire inspections of buildings and properties within the City on a regularly scheduled basis.
  • Maintains apparatus and vehicles in a clean and operable condition; performs minor maintenance and repair on equipment; reports the need for major repair.
  • Maintains the station and living quarters in a clean and orderly condition; performs minor maintenance on facilities and station equipment.
  • Participates in all assigned drills and training sessions.
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with the community; presents a variety of educational and public services programs to children, as well as youth and community groups.
  • May coordinate specific program or project areas, such as EMT, hazardous materials, CPR and First Aid training, and specialty equipment acquisition and maintenance.
  • Prepares reports, prepares and maintains logs, records, and accurate files.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
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Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from high school;
AND
Two years of full-time, paid experience as an EMT or Paramedic.

Licenses and Certifications
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record is required.
  • A valid California Class C Driver's License with a Firefighter Endorsement is required within one (1) year from date of hire.
  • Possession of a valid California Paramedic License or current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic (NREMT-P) certification at time of application; candidates with NREMT Paramedic must obtain a California Paramedic License prior to appointment.
  • State of California Certified Firefighter I Certificate, or equivalent (applicants with an out-of-state Firefighter I certificate must have reciprocity granted by the State of California Office of the State Fire Marshal prior to appointment.)
  • Possession of a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card at the time of hiring.
  • Being assigned to arson investigations may require the ability to obtain and maintain PC Section 832 certificate within one (1) year of appointment (or upon conclusion of the first available training program if more than one year).

Completion of Firefighter Task Book
The Firefighter Task Book must be completed within the 12-month probationary period. Appropriate certificates must be kept current while employed in this classification.

  • While always welcome, a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an official City application. The application must be completed in its entirety (including any supplemental questions).
  • All required documents must be attached to the application; missing documents may be submitted until the final filing date. Human Resources will not accept documents after the final filing date. For college education to be considered, the degree or transcripts must be attached to the application.
  • Applicants will be screened against the minimum qualifications and then the desired qualifications. Those who qualify may be further screened to identify the best-qualified candidates.
  • Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
  • This job classification requires a pre-employment medical screening which includes testing for drug use; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.
  • The City of Rocklin reserves the right to close this recruitment without prior notice.
  • Please note that if you are a CalPERS Retired Annuitant, this position is not a retired annuitant eligible position. If you are a retired annuitant considering applying, you must reinstate from retirement (i.e., termination of CalPERS retirement and enrollment as an active employee) to be hired into this position.

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01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have a valid California Paramedic license or current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic (NREMT-P) certification? Please note that candidates with NREMT Paramedic must obtain a California Paramedic License prior to appointment.
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have a State of California Certified Firefighter I Certificate, or equivalent? Please note that applicants with an out-of-state Firefighter I certificate must have reciprocity granted by the State of California Office of the State Fire Marshal prior to appointment.
  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you have two (2) years of full-time paid experience and an EMT or Paramedic?
  • Yes
  • No

05

Do you have a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card?
  • Yes
  • No

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