Lateral Firefighter

Description

Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the City of Snoqualmie is a vibrant and growing community known for its exceptional quality of life, strong sense of community, and stunning natural surroundings. The City is perhaps best known for the iconic Snoqualmie Falls, which attracts visitors from around the world and serves as a centerpiece of the region’s natural beauty. Snoqualmie blends small-town charm with forward-thinking development, offering a balance of residential neighborhoods, thriving local businesses, and outdoor recreation opportunities. With continued growth and development, the City is committed to thoughtful planning, economic vitality, environmental stewardship, and maintaining the character that makes Snoqualmie unique. City leadership is dedicated to providing high-quality public services, fostering community engagement, and building strong partnerships across the region.

Equity Statement: The City of Snoqualmie strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations. ** ** Summary: This is a union position under the direct supervision of a Fire Lieutenant and the general guidance of the Fire Chief. This position performs the full range of duties of a firefighter. ** Wages listed are for 2027. ## Examples of Duties - Incumbent performs a complete range of firefighting activities including engaging directly in firefighting, various rescue operations, fire prevention, and public education. - Must maintain, clean, and operate all fire department equipment, tools and apparatus to protect life and property. Must deliver emergency medical services to the highest level that is determined by the City. Perform routine inspections, testing, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and facilities. - Work is performed under the direction of a commanding officer in accordance with specified policies, procedures and practices set forth by the Fire Department and often performed under unpleasant, stressful and/or hazardous conditions. - In addition to emergency response duties, fire fighters will spend substantial amounts of time engaging in supervised firefighting, medical, rescue and other applicable training. - Perform community education, public relation events and community service. These duties are not inclusive of all duties, and as such, this position may perform other duties as assigned.  ## Typical Qualifications Education and Experience:**

• High school diploma or GED, Washington State EMT certification (or certification with WA reciprocity from other states).

• Must be an IFSAC certified Fire Fighter Level 1. Special Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age at time of application. 

• Must have a valid CPAT at time of application.
• Must not have any adult felony convictions. 
• Must have the ability to read and write the English language. 

• Must successfully pass a background investigation, medical examination to include a drug screen and a psychological evaluation. **Licensing and Certification: **

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License with driving record free of serious or frequent violations.  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of fire suppression and prevention principles and practices. 

• Knowledge of fire prevention laws, ordinances, and codes. 
• Record-keeping techniques, computer skills, oral and written communication skills.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills using tact, patience, respect, and courtesy. Knowledge of principles for training and providing work direction. 
• Knowledge of safety laws and regulations, with the ability to practice sound job safety practices and procedures, which will minimize municipal liability. 
• Must maintain valid Washington State EMT certification. 
• Must be able to operate assigned equipment required to perform specific tasks. 
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, other agencies, and the general public. 
• Ability to maintain composure in emergency and stressful situations. 
• Ability to work within established guidelines independently with little or no supervision. 
• Must have a high degree of sound independent judgment. 
• Ability to meet departmental physical standards. 
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used: Emergency medical equipment, fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, ladders, and other standard firefighting equipment, radio, pager, personal computer, phone, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Various types of public education props and materials. Various types of audio/visual equipment.
• Ability to be coachable. 
• Ability to collaborate on a regular basis. 
• Ability to demonstrate accountability. 
• Ability to work in a team and work independently with little oversight and without frequent reminders. 
• Ability to adhere to jobsite safety plan.  ## Supplemental Information Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, and use hand and fingers. Handle and/or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to perform prolonged and strenuous work in adverse conditions, heavy physical labor and climb stairs and ladders. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed primarily in station, vehicles, and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night times. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke & fume inhalation, noxious odors, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents, and oils. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, except during certain firefighting or EMT emergency scene activities when noise may be loud. May work with people with unknown medical problems, with exposure to contagious diseases and blood. May work with hostile or abusive individuals.