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Firefighter Jobs in California

16 open firefighter positions in California.

16 open positions

Air Mobility Command

Federal

FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN)

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Firefighter assigned...

Travis AFB, California|Today|Full-time
$63,081 – $82,007
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U.S. Marine Corps

Federal

FIREFIGHTER

This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, major Range and Test Facilities Direct Hire Authority to Recruit and appoint Qualified Candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. T...

Barstow, California|21d ago|Full-time
$42,446 – $61,738
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U.S. Marine Corps

Federal

FIREFIGHTER

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "H...

Bridgeport, California|27d ago|Full-time
$50,460 – $65,599
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Commander, Navy Installations Command

Federal

FIREFIGHTER (BLS/HAZMAT TECHNICIAN)

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "H...

Point Mugu, California|29d ago|Full-time
$52,938 – $76,476
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U.S. Marine Corps

Federal

FIREFIGHTER (PARAMEDIC)

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "H...

Bridgeport, California|1mo ago|Full-time
$61,722 – $80,243
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U.S. Marine Corps

Federal

FIREFIGHTER (PARAMEDIC)

This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, major Range and Test Facilities Direct Hire Authority to Recruit and appoint Qualified Candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. T...

Barstow, California|1mo ago|Full-time
$65,148 – $93,549
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Lakeside Fire Protection

Reserve Firefighter (2026-1)

Please review the District's Reserve Firefighter website for more information on the background, training and duties of the position. *Application requires proof of certifications to be uploaded at ti...

Lakeside, San Diego County|12d ago
$89,391+
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Amentum

Firefighter

Amentum is seeking a Firefighter to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the Hawthorne Army Depot. The Firefighter will serve on an ambulance, engine, or truck at one of two different fire st...

Hawthorne, Los Angeles County|12d ago|Full-time
$65,228 – $78,520
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Lakeside Fire Protection

Firefighter / Paramedic (2026-1)

*Application requires proof of certifications to be uploaded at time of submission or letter confirming the anticipated date of completion* APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM P...

Lakeside, San Diego County|12d ago|Full-time
$3,500 – $4,000
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Pala Band of Mission Indians

Firefighter/Paramedic

PALA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS HUMAN RESOURCES 35008 Pala Temecula Rd. P.M.B. 50 Pala, CA 92059 JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Firefighter/Paramedic Department/Division : Fire Department Salary: $91,000.00 Annu...

Pala, San Diego County|1mo ago|Full-time
$97,187+
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Warner Bros. Discovery

Firefighter Guard Auxiliary

_Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of._ Who We Are When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or ...

Magnolia Park, Los Angeles County|1mo ago
$136,470+
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Wildfire Defense Systems Field Careers

Firefighter Type 1

FIREFIGHTER TYPE 1 The Firefighter Type 1 may lead a small group (usually not more than five members) and is responsible for their safety on wildland and dedicated service. The FFT1 supervises resourc...

Visalia, Tulare County|6mo ago|Full-time
$68,681 – $88,712
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Wildfire Defense Systems Field Careers

Firefighter Type 1

FIREFIGHTER TYPE 1 The Firefighter Type 1 may lead a small group (usually not more than five members) and is responsible for their safety on wildland and dedicated service. The FFT1 supervises resourc...

Riverside, Riverside County|6mo ago|Full-time
$68,681 – $88,712
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National Steel and Shipbuilding Com

Firefighter

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled Shift: All Security Clearance: No Clearance SUMMARY Provides emergency medical response as a first responder. Responds to all fires for fire suppression. Responds to...

San Diego, San Diego County|14mo ago
$67,888+
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City of Bishop

Volunteer Firefighter

C ITY OF BISHOP FIRE DEPARTMENT VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER Bishop Fire Department is looking for dedicated and eager to learn individuals who want to be a part of a growing organization. Your service will ...

Chalfant Valley, Inyo County|17mo ago
$71,086+
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Riverside County Fire Department

Reserve Firefighter

Riverside County Fire Department Reserve Firefighter This is an Unpaid Position Description Updated: May 2025 PURPOSE AND DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Reserve Firefighters assist the Riverside Coun...

Riverside, Riverside County|19mo ago
$39,834+
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