Firefighter/Paramedic

Job overview

The Firefighter/Paramedic role is onsite in Pala, CA, with an annual salary of $91,000 and overtime eligibility. The position is in the Pala Fire Department and serves the Pala Band of Mission Indians community. The role responds to fire alarms and emergency calls to protect life and property, suppress fires, and provide emergency medical care. It also supports fire prevention, equipment readiness, inspections, public information, and safe coordination of emergency response activities.

What you'll do

• Receive, transmit, and respond to alarms
• conduct fire control, rescue, containment, and extinguishment activities
• inspect and maintain firefighting and emergency equipment
• provide emergency care and treatment to victims
• administer first aid and emergency medical aid as an EMT
• assist the public during emergencies and with traffic control as needed
• conduct fire drills
• assist with fire investigations and reports
• support fire prevention inspections and hazard identification
• operate Tribal vehicles.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

firefighter/paramedic

pala ca

pala band of mission indians

full-time

fire department

fire suppression

emergency medical care

paramedic

fire prevention

rescue

$91,000/year

overtime eligible

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match after one year of service, paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, up to 13 vacation days per year for full-time employees, up to 8 sick days per year for full-time employees, and company-provided life insurance up to $25,000.

Why this role

Annual salary is $91,000 with overtime eligibility; Indian preference applies, with hiring preference for fully qualified Pala Tribal Members.

About the employer

Pala Band of Mission Indians is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities. Sector: 92.