Firefighter/Paramedic-BENTON COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT 4 Job at National Testing Network, West Richland, WA

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  • National Testing Network
  • West Richland, WA

Job Description

Benton County Fire District 4
2604 Bombing Range Road, West Richland, Washington 99353
Phone: (509) 967-2945

Position: Firefighter/Paramedic
Benton County Fire District 4 (BCFD#4) is currently seeking applicants to establish an eligibility list for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic (Entry Level or Lateral).

Position Overview
BCFD#4 provides fire protection and emergency services to the City of West Richland and surrounding areas, covering 52 square miles. Established in 1954, the district handles approximately 2,000 calls annually, including:

Structure fires
Wildland fires
Emergency medical calls
Vehicle accidents
Water rescues
Hazardous materials incidents
The district also provides EMS transport services under a permanent EMS levy passed in 2016.

The department operates with a combination staff of 25 career personnel and approximately 35 volunteers, including interns and live-in residents. Specialized teams include:

Technical Rescue Team
Regional Incident Management Team (Type III)
Swift Water Rescue Team
Compensation and Incentives
Salary:

Entry Level Firefighter: $66,922 annually plus incentives
Lateral Entry Firefighter: $75,287 annually plus incentives
Incentives:

Paramedic Certification: $8,365 annually
Education Pay:
Associate Degree: 5% of base pay
Bachelor's Degree: 10% of base pay
Specialized Certifications: Additional pay for NFPA/IFSAC certifications (Rope, Confined Space, Vehicle Rescue, Trench Rescue, Swiftwater, HazMat)
Benefits Package:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP)
Healthcare reimbursement account: $3,000 annually
Deferred compensation plan
Paid gym membership
Holiday pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time Off:

8 Kelly Days per year
1 floating holiday annually
Monthly sick leave accrual: 24 hours
Monthly vacation accrual: 12 hours, increasing after 3, 7, and 10 years
Work Schedule and Growth
Career and resident staff work a 48-96 shift schedule. The department has seen call volumes increase by over 100% since 2010, driving growth in stations, apparatus, and personnel. BCFD#4 offers ample training opportunities and supports career advancement.

About Benton County Fire District 4
BCFD#4 serves West Richland, one of Washington's safest and most family-friendly cities. The department provides mutual and automatic aid to neighboring agencies and maintains a commitment to innovative service and community safety.

Join BCFD#4 to develop your skills and serve a growing, vibrant community with a department dedicated to excellence in fire and emergency services.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 66,922.00 75,287.00 Per Year

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Shift work,

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