Ambulance Operator

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Over 80% of Glendale Fire Department’s calls are medical. Full-time Ambulance Operators respond with sworn personnel, providing assistance as needed and transporting patients to local hospitals. Shifts follow the 48/96 work schedule and use the A/B/C platoon model, with the exception of one 12-hour ambulance.

Ambulance operators in good standing have opportunities to be granted sponsorship to paramedic school and may compete for internal promotion to a sworn Glendale firefighter.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Age 18 or older
  • High School graduation or GED / SHSPE certificate
  • Valid California Class C driver's license
  • Valid California Motor Vehicle Ambulance Certification Endorsement
  • Valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate
  • Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card
  • Ability to commit to 48/96 schedule

Selection Process:

  • Oral interview similar to that of a Firefighter
  • Background investigation with Polygraph test
  • Medical exam