Chula Vista Firefighters Local2180

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we honor ALL working people whose hard work, sacrifice, and solidarity built our communities.

But today, we especially recognize our EMS workers — EMTs and Paramedics — who have continued serving our community while working without a contract for more than 60 days.

They show up. They answer the call. They care for our families on their worst days.

We remain hopeful that City Hall will do the right thing and honor these dedicated professionals with a contract that reflects what every worker deserves:

Dignity. Respect. Fairness.

On Labor Day — and every day — we stand with working people. ✊🏽

08/21/2026

Our CVFD Hand Crew Members perform some of the most demanding and hazardous work in the fire service.

They confront wildfires, extreme heat, rugged terrain, heavy smoke, physical exhaustion, and extended operational periods while protecting our communities.

No one performing dangerous work should be denied fundamental worker rights.

These members deserve dignity, fairness, meaningful protections, and a strong voice in their workplace.

They have earned these rights. It is time to act decisively—stand up for CVFD Hand Crew Members and ensure they receive the protections and respect they deserve without delay.

Union leaders with the Chula Vista Firefighters Local 2180 are pushing to give the city's hand crew members the same workplace protections and benefits as other city firefighters.

08/16/2026

"I didn't know what to say or how to react... I started to tear up a little bit," said Elysium Mahnke after firefighters working the Spokane Complex Fires returned to her Olive Garden station with nearly $1,000 in tips for the 21-year-old server who lost her family's home to the fires.
http://www.king5.com/article/news/local/wildfire/firefighters-leave-nearly-1000-tip-waitress-who-lost-home-in-spokane-wildfire/281-dd23676a-23e5-43ed-a2a0-01c9675fde8d?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_KING_5

05/09/2026

This right here! 👊🏽🔥

05/09/2026

We are honored to stand with Carolina Chavez for City Council. Our members work extremely hard every day to protect lives, safeguard property, and serve this community with pride and professionalism. It matters to have leaders at City Hall who understand the sacrifices first responders and working families make, and who are willing to stand alongside us in the fight for safer neighborhoods and stronger public services.

Carolina Chavez has consistently shown that she listens, leads, and shows up for the people doing the work on the front lines. We’re proud to support someone who values public safety, believes in investing in our communities, and understands the importance of giving firefighters, paramedics, and labor a strong voice at the table.

03/10/2026

03/08/2026

Special thanks to the women of Chula Vista Firefighters Local2180. Thank you for your service!

To the women of the – on the frontlines, in leadership, and paving the way for the next generation of fire fighters and emergency medical workers – happy . 💜👩‍🚒

03/08/2026

Chula Vista Firefighters Local2180 are en route to Washington DC and the International Association of Fire Fighters to advocate for legislation that will improve the safety and wellbeing of firefighters.
This important conference allows firefighters to hear from and speak directly with policy makers who can help effect meaningful change.