Fire Fighter jobs in Kennewick, WA

Fire Fighter is responsible for rapid response to fires, accidents, and other emergencies to protect people, property, and the environment. Works with firefighting teams to control and extinguish fires and safely manage hazardous materials. Being a Fire Fighter performs search and rescue, responds to auto accidents, and provides emergency medical services. Uses and operates fire tools, equipment and apparatus as effectively and safely as possible. Additionally, Fire Fighter performs routine maintenance and inspection of firefighting equipment and gear to ensure proper condition and preparedness for emergencies. Prepares post-incident reports as required. May participate in fire safety education and inspection activities. Typically is required to pass periodic physical ability tests. May require registry in NREMT. May require an associate degree in fire science. Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Fire Fighter works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Fire Fighter typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Fire Logistics Coordinator (FT)
  • City of Pasco
  • Pasco, WA FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY OF POSITION: 
    Administers the coordination of emergency and non-emergency supplies and supports activities of the Fire Department related to support services and logistics. Primary areas of responsibility include Fire Department apparatus and equipment maintenance scheduling, oversight of purchasing equipment and supplies by department members, with support responsibilities and coordinating maintenance and repair of department facilities. This position also is responsible for managing department inventory and supply controls and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders and vendors for the provision of services related to facilities, apparatus, and equipment. 
     
    **This position is in the classified Civil Service for Fire and will have additional qualifications assessments. Once candidates are deemed qualified to move forward in the hiring process, they will be notified via e-mail to continue in the hiring process. This process can take up to 2 months to complete. 
     
    REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.):
    • A high school diploma or GED is required.
    • 5 years of experience working in the logistics field such as warehousing, inventory, or transportation.
    • This position is subject to an extensive background investigation (drug use history, criminal convictions, etc...), which requires candidates to fill out a Personal History Statement like the one linked here.  
     
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Associates Degree in Business Administration or Project Management
    • International Society of Logistics or American Production and Inventory Control Society
    • Previous experience in local government
    • Previous experience in a municipal Fire department
     
    COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE: The City offers a full benefits package with one low monthly premium for full family coverage for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. The City also offers many other perks including:
    • 12 days of vacation during the 1st year of employment and 12 days of sick leave, which you can utilize as soon as these hours are available in your bank 
    • 10 holidays, plus 1 floating holiday each year
    • Participation in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
    • 3% salary contribution to 457 Deferred Compensation Plan retirement account, and employees may contribute additionally with roth and pre-tax options
    • Other benefits offered: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and Flexible Schedule (per department approval)

    SALARY RANGE: $32.11 - $38.55/hour, plus benefits
    APPLY BY: April 12, 2023 
    APPLY AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pasco-wa 
    CONTACT: Please contact HR at (509) 545-3408, with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco.  
     
    No fax/email or incomplete applications accepted.  
     
    The City of Pasco does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. 
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Fire Extinguisher Technician
  • Performance Systems Integration LLC
  • Pasco, WA FULL_TIME
  • Performance Systems Integration (PSI) is a leader in the Fire & Life Safety industry serving customers throughout Washington, Oregon, Northern California, and Idaho. We provide a broad range of Fire &...
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Part-Time Firefighter/EMT or Single Role EMT
  • Garfield County Fire District 1
  • Pomeroy, WA PART_TIME
  • GARFIELD COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT #1 949 Main St. – PO Box 69, Pomeroy, WA 99347 Office: 509-843-1533 Fax: 509-843-9937 Part Time Firefighter / EMT Application Deadline: Continuous Opening Hourly Pay: $20...
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Customer Services Specialist/PRN
  • Lourdes Health
  • Pasco, WA
  • ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES @R=at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens 1. Register daily patients/clie...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Police Officer (Entry-Level)
  • City of Kennewick, WA
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Salary : $92,976.00 - $109,140.00 Annually Location : Police Department City of Kennewick, WA Job Type: Full-time Job Nu...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sr-Medical Staff Services Coordinator
  • Lourdes Health
  • Pasco, WA
  • ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES @R=at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens Initiate timely appointment, re...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Maintenance Technician l The Franklin l Temporary Position
  • Avenue5 Residential Llc
  • Richland, WA
  • The hourly rate for this position is $19-21 per hour + bonuses!Avenue5 is growing, and we are in search of a maintenance...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Plant Technician II - Electrician
  • Energy Northwest
  • Richland, WA
  • It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Quality RN
  • Trios Health
  • Kennewick, WA
  • GENERAL COMPETENCIES LANGUAGE SKILLS BASIC Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director-Market Risk-Mgmt/Exempt
  • Trios Health
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Risk Manager - Assesses, plans, implements, manages, and coordinates the risk management activities at Trios Health, whi...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Maintenance Tech l Meadow Park
  • Avenue5 Residential, LLC
  • Kennewick, WA
  • The hourly rate for this position is $18-20 per hour + bonuses! Avenue5 is growing, and we are in search of a maintenanc...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Kennewick, Washington

Kennewick (/ˈkɛnəwɪk/) is a city in Benton County in the southeastern part of the State of Washington, along the southwest bank of the Columbia River, just southeast of the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima rivers and across from the confluence of the Columbia and the Snake River. It is the most populous of the three cities collectively referred to as the Tri-Cities (the others being Pasco across the Columbia and Richland across the Yakima). The population was 73,917 at the 2010 census. July 1, 2017 estimates from the Census Bureau put the city's population at 81,607. The nearest commercia...
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Income Estimation for Fire Fighter jobs
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Kennewick, Washington area prices
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