Wenatchee Valley Fire Department (WVFD) is accepting applications for the position of Lateral Firefighter. WVFD provides emergency response to structure fires, wildland fires, medical emergencies, hazardous material incidents, and technical rescues to approximately 81,000 citizens of our 211 square-mile response area. Department operations are conducted from eight 24-hour-staffed stations as well as two volunteer fire stations, a staffed shop, and a helicopter hangar.

Applications will be evaluated based on background, experience, training, and skills presented in the employment application packet. Top scoring applicants will be invited to continue in the selection process. Background checks (driving, criminal, civil, and reference checks) as well as medical exams and drug screens will be conducted at the time of a conditional offer of employment. Veterans’ preference will be awarded consistent with RCW 41.04.010.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting Salary: $43.72 Hourly, $9,107.35 monthly (based on 2500 hours per year)
• Medical for Employee (100%) and Family (90%)
• Dental insurance for Employee and Family (100%)
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Washington State LEOFF2 Pension and Deferred Compensation Benefit
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave

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SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATIONS NO LATER THAN 12:00 PM, PST FEBRUARY 2, 2026
PHYSICAL LOCATION: WVFD Station 10, 731 North Wenatchee Avenue, Wenatchee Washington
MAILING: Wenatchee Valley Fire Department, P.O. Box 2106, Wenatchee, WA 98807-2106
ELECTRONIC: twoods@wvfire.org
ATTN: Terri Woods – Executive Assistant

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