Fire Emt Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-44825-01
Department: Fire District
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Max Number of Applicants: 450
The Job
ONLY THE FIRST 450 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Pre-posted for viewing starting Monday July 27, 2026 through August 2, 2026. Applications will only be accepted online starting at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026, until 450 applications have been received or until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2026, whichever occurs first.
Theis accepting applications forUnder the direction of the assigned Captain or Supervisor, these positions are responsible for operating an ambulance, responding to medical aid calls, providing basic medical care to the ill and injured, and providing patient transport services.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
County Fire EMT's receive full benefits and a competitive annual salary range of
$69,122.56 - $78,208.00 including built-in overtime pay.
To review job-specific Benefits, refer to:
Memoranda of Understanding MOU
For a more detailed job information, review the job description for Ambulance Operator EMT.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to this classification must meet the safety, health, and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
CPR Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR card.
State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid State of California EMT Certificate card.
Travel/Driver License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement may be available.
Background: Applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass a thorough background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, the following: fingerprinting for a Department of Justice criminal background check, DMV driving record check, military record check, reference checks, and review of prior employment history check. An applicant may be automatically disqualified for misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in the screening/selection/background check process. Job offers are made contingent upon passing a medical examination. Applicant must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Failure to meet medical standards may result in the withdrawal of employment offer.
Work Location: Applicants must be willing to work anywhere within San Bernardino County. Positions will primarily be located at County Fire Stations.
Dress Code: All new employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Fire and Special Districts Dress Code, which prohibits visible tattoos.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform during high stress situations. Must possess the strength and stamina sufficient to lift and carry equipment and individuals. Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

1. Possess and maintain a CA EMT1 certification or greater OR a NREMT EMT-1 Certification, or greater.
2. Possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association OR American Red Cross CPR Card and must be attached to your application.

Note: Applicants must submit a high-quality copy of all required licenses and certifications with the application in order to be considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications
The department seeks candidates with excellent interpersonal skills who are able to deal effectively with persons who are ill/injured and under duress. Candidates must be able to remain calm under pressure, work well in a team environment, and maintain a high level of integrity.
Selection Process
Examination: There will be an in person proctored written exam based on National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)to evaluate candidate's knowledge and skills.
Exam Scheduled for September 14-16, 2026.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please follow this link to or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details,
Ambulance Operators Compensation Plan
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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Instructions: The information on the Application and your responses to the following Supplemental Questions will be used in a determination of minimum qualifications. Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and all experience must be clearly detailed in the employment experience section of your application in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.
(Do not refer to resume as it will NOT be reviewed. All questions should be answered appropriately.)

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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Certificates and Licenses: A combination of the following certificates and licenses are required. Please indicate all certificates and licenses you are submitting with your application:

• Current, valid CA EMT-1 Certification, or greater.
• Current, valid NREMT EMT-1 Certification, or greater.
• Current, valid American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR card.
• Current, valid CA Class C Driver License.
• None of the above.

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If you possess EMT work experience, please indicate where you obtained your experience.

• 911 Ambulance
• Military
• Emergency Room/Technician
• BLS Transport
• Other
• I do not possess EMT work experience
• None of the Above

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If you indicated "Other" in Question 3 above, please indicate where you acquired your EMT experience.
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Indicate how long you have been working as an EMT:

• 3+ years
• 2+ years
• 1+ years
• Less than 1 year
• I do not have work experience as an EMT

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Do you have experience working or volunteering in the fire service, in any capacity?

• Yes
• No

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.

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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. To access the guide, Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.

• I understand

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

• I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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