Emergency Medical Responder Jobs in Riverside, CA

Salary: $18.77 - $25.16 Hourly
Location : Rialto, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-004
Department: FIRE EMERGENCY MEDICAL
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Classification Definition
DEFINITION
To provide basic medical care and transport of the ill and injured to hospitals or other emergency care facilities; to respond to a variety of emergency and non-emergency service; to participate in community risk reduction and public education activities; station and equipment maintenance; and to perform a variety of other duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a non-safety/non-firefighter position that works under the supervision of a Fire Captain to perform emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport services.
WORK PERIOD
In general, Emergency Medical Technicians will work a rotating shift schedule that will accommodate the fire department's 24/7 operations. To the extent required by federal and state labor laws and/or regulations, the City agrees to provide the Emergency Medical Technicians with overtime pay based upon a 40-hour work week. As FLSA "non-exempt" employees, Emergency Medical Technicians shall receive overtime pay for hours worked over forty (40) hours in a work week at time and one half of the time Emergency Medical Technicians FLSA regular rate of pay.
Essential Duties and Responsiblities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MARGINAL FUCNTION STATEMENT: Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
1. Responds to emergency and non-emergency medical calls for service and provides basic life support functions as indicated.
2. Assists Paramedics in delivering medical care.
3. Documents and completes all reports such as, pre-hospital care reports, incident reports, travel information, and training and continuing education records.
4. Maintains records and logs of work completed and in-progress.
5. Participates in the delivery of emergency and non-emergency medical and health care.
6. Transport's patients and staff to/from medical facilities in a safe, timely manner.
7. Completes mechanical checklist for vehicle at the start/end of each shift.
8. Stays current on new innovations relative to community risk reduction and emergency medical services.
9. Gives informative and educational tours of the fire station to school children and other citizens; explains the functions of the Fire department; participates in other public relations activities.
10. Supports and assists other fire and medical personnel as directed on medical calls.
11. Performs community risk reduction inspections and pre-incident planning.
12. Performs decontamination procedures in compliance with CalOSHA regulations.
13. In the event of a major emergency, may be called in from off duty to work an extended period of time.
14. Studies and keeps up to date on City geography, department rules, regulations, procedures and other training and job-related materials.
15. Maintains medical information in a confidential manner subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
16. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: Minimum requirements as a condition of hire:
Experience:
Experience as an EMT or Fire Explorer is preferred but not required.
Education:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid State of California driver's license
• A valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-1) Certificate or a current State of California Paramedic License.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR Card.
• Must obtain California State Certified Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness level training within the first year of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Applicable federal, state, county and Rialto regulations, practices and procedures.
• Emergency vehicle maintenance and safe operation, including all applicable federal and state driving licenses.
• Emergency ambulance transportation procedures including use of emergency medical equipment, gurney operations, and safe emergency work practices.
• Infectious control procedures.
• Emergency radio communication procedures.
• Geography and street layout of the City and surrounding area.
• California vehicular laws related to operation of ambulances.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Principles and practices of customer service.

Ability to:

• Read electronic and incident maps and follow map directions. Perform competently under extreme pressure and in stressful situations.
• Make accurate observations and rapid judgments.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the general public.
• Work cooperatively with others and contribute to a successful team effort.
• Maintain physical endurance and agility.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
• Work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environment and carry out work assignments as instructed.
• Safely and properly transport patients during ambulance transportation.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Exposure to airborne and blood borne pathogens, heat, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, radiant energy, toxic materials and inclement weather conditions; hazards of emergency driving; work in confined spaces.
Physical Conditions:
Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.
Supplemental Information
The Rialto Fire Department has a current policy that precludes visible tattoos (basically below the elbow, knee, or above the neck-line).
Application Procedure:
A City application form and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) MUST be submitted and received by the closing date. Please apply online at www.yourrialto.com. All other employment inquiries can be directed to The City of Rialto, Human Resources Department. 246 S. Willow, Rialto, CA 92376. Telephone: (909) 820-2540.
Selection Process:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting.
Veterans Preference Credit Eligibility:
Veterans of the armed forces, who have been discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable (Government Code: 18540.4), shall receive an additional five (5) points to their final examination score for ranking purposes only. This preference will apply only to the first appointment to any regular full-time City appointment. A copy of your valid DD214 must be submitted on or before the final filing date in order to be eligible for Veterans Preference Credit. For more information, please see the City's
E-Verify:
The City of Rialto is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.
This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
RETIREMENT
The California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA), which took effect in January 2013, changes the way CalPERS retirement and health benefits are applied, and places compensation limits on members. The greatest impact is felt by new CalPERS members.
As defined by the PEPRA, a new member includes:
-A member who joined CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013, who, on or after January 1, 2013, is hired by a different CalPERS employer following a break in service of more than six months.
-A new hire who joined CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in another California public retirement system.
-A new hire who joins CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
All members who don't fall into the definitions above are considered classic members. Classic members will retain the existing benefit enrollment levels for future service with the same employer.
According to the Rialto Professional Firefighters Local 3688 Memorandum of Understanding, in addition to the monthly salary, the City offers:
RETIREMENT benefits are provided to City employees by the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS), at 2.7% at age 55 formula for classic PERS members and 2% at age 62 formula for new PERS members. Classic PERS employees pay 8% toward the employee portion and new PERS members pay 6.75% toward they employee portion.
CAFETERIA PLAN City's contribution to the Cafeteria Plan is $1,950 to go towards the employee's contributions for Health, Vision, and Dental insurance premiums for each employee of the unit.
LIFE INSURANCE provides a $70,000 double indemnity policy for employee plus dependent coverage ($10,000 for spouse and $5,000 dependent children)
MERIT RAISES may be received in the form of salary increases four times within or in four years with the attainment of satisfactory work performance.
BILINGUAL PAY is paid ($100 per pay period) to employees who successfully pass the bilingual proficiency examination for Spanish.
VACATION
40-hours/week employees hours per pay period:
0-1 Years 80 hours (end of probation)
1-4 Years 6 hours
5-10 Years 7.5 hours
11-16 Years 9.5 hours
17+ Years 10.5 hours
56-hours/week employees hours per pay period:
0-1 Years 112 hours (end of probation)
1-4 Years 8.4 hours
5-10 Years 10.5 hours
11-16 Years 13.3 hours
17+ Years 14.7 hours
SICK LEAVE is accumulated at the rate of ten (10) hours per month for 40-hour/week personnel and fourteen (14) hours per month for 56-hour/week personnel. This amounts to 120 hours per year for 40-hours/week employees and one hundred sixty-eight (168) hours per year for 56-hour/week employees.
SPORTS CENTER usage has been made available; at no cost, to all employees as set forth in the usage guidelines. The facilities include weight room, racquetball and tennis courts, pool, sauna, and jacuzzi.
AGENCY SHOP: Union dues or service fees are mandatory as a condition of employment for employees who are in classifications which are covered by Agency Shop provisions. Qualified religious objection can be accommodated.
EMERGENCY SERVICE: All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
01
Do you have experience as an EMT or Fire Explorer?

• Yes
• No

02
Please describe your experience as an EMT, Paramedic, or Fire Explorer. (If no experience, type N/A)
03
Do you possess a valid California driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you possess a valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-1) Certificate or a current State of California Paramedic License? Must be attached to application.

• Yes
• No

06
Do you possess a current Healthcare Provider CPR card? Must be attached to application.

• Yes
• No

07
By selecting "I understand", I understand that I cannot update my application once I have submitted it. Therefore, I have fully completed all sections of the application and provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully reviewed my answers to all questions on the supplemental. Failure to fully complete my application, answer the supplemental questions (if applicable), and attach copies of the required certificates, may result in my application being rejected. (Do not indicate "refer to a resume or other documentation".)

• I understand.

Required Question