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ALASKA FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION

Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue SHIFT OFFICER and DRIVER/MEDIC

19 Aug 2026 1:58 PM | P. Frank Bracken (Administrator)

WE'RE HIRING – MULTIPLE POSITIONS OPEN!

SHIFT OFFICER and DRIVER/MEDIC

FULL Job Descriptions and Application are available at www.cgfr.com

Join a passionate, progressive team where people, community, leadership, and learning are at the core of everything we do.

WHO WE ARE

Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue (CGFR) is a family oriented, community rooted, learning focused, all-hazards emergency services agency serving over 800 square miles of the Fairbanks North Star Borough. Our team includes career and volunteer professionals, and scholarship students working side-by-side to protect lives and property. We pride ourselves on our strong culture of Brotherhood / Sisterhood, a passion for learning, and continuous growth.

OPEN POSITIONS

SHIFT OFFICER

A field leadership role, perfect for strong, motivated candidates with supervisory aspirations.

You will:

  • ·         Serve as a shift leader over paid staff, volunteers, and students
  • ·         Act as lead medic and incident command on scenes
  • ·         Coordinate and assist with Fire and EMS Training (based on position)
  • ·         Work 48/96 rotating shifts

Minimum Qualifications:

  • ·         IFSAC Firefighter II
  • ·         EMT-3, AEMT, or Paramedic (Paramedic preferred)
  • ·         Apparatus Operator/Pumper certification
  • ·         AHA BLS Provider card
  • ·         Alaska Driver License

DRIVER/MEDIC

For professionals ready to take the wheel—literally and figuratively.

You will:

  • ·         Operate ambulances, engines, and tenders
  • ·         Respond to fire and EMS incidents as lead medic
  • ·         Support shift leadership and crew safety
  • ·         Work 48/96 rotating shifts

Minimum Qualifications:

  • ·         IFSAC Firefighter II
  • ·         EMT-3, AEMT, or Paramedic (Paramedic preferred)
  • ·         Documented Apparatus Operator/Pumper experience (FADO preferred)
  • ·         AHA BLS Provider card
  • ·         Alaska Driver License
  • ·         Strong teamwork and communication skills

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

  • ·         Competitive salary (DOE)
  • ·         Full Department Paid Medical Coverage (Employee + Family)
  • ·         13% Department Retirement Contribution
  • ·         Generous PTO Package
  • ·         A culture that believes in empowering people, building leaders, and serving the community
  • ·         Up to $10,000 moving reimbursement (with receipts)
  • APPLICATION DETAILS
  • OPEN UNTIL FILLED- APPLICATIONS REVIEWED AS RECIVED

Required Documents:

  • ·         CGFR Employment Application (download at www.cgfr.com)
  • ·         Resume
  • ·         Three Professional References
  • ·         Copies of all Required Certifications/Licenses

Send to: recruitment@cgfr.com Or deliver to Station 42: 716 Chena Ridge Road, Fairbanks, AK

  • Assessment Process Could Include:
  • Interviews
  • Short Instructional Class
  • EMS or Fire Scenario
  • Physical Agility Test
  • Background Check & Drug Screening


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