Volunteer Firefighter/EMT Jobs

The Snoqualmie Fire Department accepts applications for those interesting in volunteering as a firefighter or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Application Requirements

Be 21 years of age or older.
Residing within a fifteen-minute drive of Snoqualmie city limits is preferred (but not required).
Demonstrate you have the skills to function as a volunteer firefighter EMT.
No experience required - training will be provided.
Submit to and complete the testing process.

Testing Process

Written Test – You must pass at 70% or above.
Physical Agility Test – Pass/Fail.
Oral Board – Pass/Fail.
Background and Driving Abstract Check – Pass/Fail.
Medical physical and drug screening.

Program Requirements

Attend drill 2-3 times a month (Wednesdays 7-10 p.m.).
Minimum of seven 12-hour duty shifts per quarter.
Complete a minimum of 12 hours of community service.

All volunteer personnel must attend a three-month EMT training course and work as an emergency medical responder for a minimum of six months. After completing these requirements, volunteers are eligible to attend a recruit firefighting academy, which is also a three-month commitment.

How to Apply

Complete the volunteer application.

Submit the application via email to Snoqualmie Fire Department, 37600 SE Snoqualmie Parkway, Snoqualmie, WA 98065; or email a PDF to tmunro@snoqualmiewa.gov; or drop it off at the Fire Station.