Fire Department · Combination
Lewis County Fire District #6
Chehalis, WA · Lewis County
Apply by August 1, 2026 for a Firefighter Paramedic position with Lewis County FD #6 in Chehalis, WA. Salary starts at $7,685 or $8,069 depending on the hiring year.
Lewis County Fire District #6 seeks a Firefighter/EMT with a salary of $6,432 - $7,821 per month. Requires EMT and FF1 certifications, 1 year experience, written exam, CPAT, US citizenship, HS diploma/GED, valid driver's license, and correctable vision to 20/20.
Lewis County Fire District #6 is hiring a Paramedic with continuous application acceptance. Salary ranges from $7,074 to $8,598 monthly. Veterans receive preference points.
Lewis County Fire District 6 has served the rural Chehalis and Adna communities since 1956, when the district was formed following a fire at the Yard Birds site outside the city limits. The first commissioners borrowed $20,000 to buy an engine and equipment, and the district purchased its first engine in 1957.
Today it is a combination department of career and volunteer members, and since launching its Advanced Life Support (ALS) program in May 2001 it has been able to treat and transport critically ill or injured patients. Governed by an elected Board of Fire Commissioners, the district responds primarily to medical calls, with fire, rescue, and hazardous-condition responses making up the balance.
The district hires firefighter/EMTs, firefighter/paramedics, and paramedics, and is supported by volunteers.
How long has Lewis County Fire District 6 served the area?
Since 1956, when it was formed after a fire at the Yard Birds site outside the Chehalis city limits. It serves the rural Chehalis and Adna communities.
Does the district provide advanced life support?
Yes — its ALS program began in May 2001, allowing crews to treat and transport critically ill or injured patients.
Is this a career or volunteer department?
It's a combination department staffed by both career and volunteer members.
What roles does the district hire?
Firefighter/EMTs, firefighter/paramedics, and paramedics.