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Fire Fighter (Lateral Only)

City of Seaside
Full-time
On-site
Seaside, California, United States
$86,235.97 - $104,817.44 USD yearly

Description

Candidate: We invite applicants with a minimum of two (2) years of paid full-time experience in a public fire agency and the required licenses and certifications OR four (4) years of volunteer experience in a public fire agency and the required licenses and certifications.

Important Information:  Applications submitted without the required document(s)/certificate(s) and responses to application and supplemental questions (reason for leaving employer, etc.) will be disqualified. Please attach only the required certificate(s)/document(s). 

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Applicants who clearly show that they most closely meet the needs of this position in terms of training, experience, education, and other job-related characteristics will be accepted to participate in the selection process.  This process will include evaluating and screening the standard online City application to determine which candidates progress to the next phase of the recruitment process. The subsequent selection process will consist of a panel interview and a final departmental interview. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the components of the examination. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a full, extensive background check. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  The City of Seaside provides outstanding services to the public and is deeply committed to a community and workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including underrepresented minorities, who contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.  The City of Seaside does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group of classes protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

DEFINITION 
Under general supervision, performs fire suppression activities in the preservation of life and property; responds to emergency medical calls; conducts fire inspections; performs fire prevention activities in the community; performs other work as required.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 
This classification is responsible for responding to emergency fire alarms or rescue calls. Firefighters responding to a fire alarm assure safe evacuation of structure or area, contain and localize the fire, and suppress fire with minimum of collateral property damage. When responding to rescue calls, Firefighters extricate victims, provide basic life support, and assure safe transportation to an appropriate medical facility.
 
Firefighter differs from Fire Engineer in that the latter normally handles the most complex and technical equipment operation and routinely assumes personnel supervision in the absence of a superior officer.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT
The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:
  1. Responds to fire alarms and emergency rescue calls.
  2. Contains and suppresses fire after assuring structure and surrounding area has been safely evacuated.
  3. Operates a variety of fire fighting equipment.
  4. Assists in laying hose at fire scene.
  5. Extricates accident victims under emergency and sometimes life threatening situations.
  6. Provides emergency medical assistance for the injured and ill.
  7. Performs basic inspection and repair of fire fighting equipment.
  8. Tests fire hoses and fire hydrants.
  9. Cleans and maintains station living areas.
  10. Participates in training sessions and emergency assistance drills.
  11. Uses machine hand tools, carpenter's tools, breathing apparatus, axes, shovels, chain saws and extrication equipment.
  12. Inspects structures and facilities to assure compliance with fire and building code regulations.
  13. Makes fire prevention and safety presentations to various public groups.
  14. Responds to residential flooding calls and car and home lock-outs.
  15. Maintains logs and records.
  16. Drives emergency equipment as required.
  17. Functions in the role of a Fire Engineer for training purposes and emergency back-ups
  18. Deals politely and effectively with the public.
  19. Prepares clear and concise reports.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience and Education/Training: Guidelines: Any combination of experience and education/training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Experience:

Two years of paid full-time experience in a public fire agency, or four years part-time or four years volunteer experience in a public agency.

Education/Training:

Equivalent to graduation from high school.

License or Certificates: Must possess a valid:

  • California Driver's license with Firefighter Endorsement
  • Current State of California EMT or Paramedic License, or the ability to obtain one before appointment; 
  • HazMat First Responder Operational (FRO);
  • California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 Certificate or equivalent; and
  • Current CPR/AED Certification

Knowledge of:
  • Principles, practices, and methods of fire prevention and suppression.
  • Operation and maintenance of firefighting vehicles and equipment.
  • Two-way radio procedure.
  • Geography of the local area, including street and fire hydrant locations.
  • Principles and practices of emergency medical assistance and basic life support for ill or injured persons.
  • Operation of emergency rescue equipment. Uniform Fire Code and local fire regulations.
  • Fire department rules and regulations.
 
Ability to:
  • Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
  • Apply fire safety codes and ordinances.
  • Follow written and oral instructions.
  • Operate a variety of fire suppression equipment.
  • Drive fire apparatus and emergency rescue vehicles as required.
  • Conduct fire inspections.
  • Fight fires using correct methods and techniques.
  • Learn and practice safe work habits.
  • Engage in strenuous physical activity during emergency situations.

Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Environmental Conditions:  Field environment; travel from site to site; work at heights on ladders; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, and inclement weather conditions. 

Physical Conditions:  Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; kneeling; bending; climbing ladders; standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles. 

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS:
All City of Seaside employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.  Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. 

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