Volunteer Paid-Call Firefighter

The Reedley Fire Department is recruiting for five (5) Volunteer Paid-Call Firefighter positions. This position is in the Fire Department, and works under the immediate supervision of the Fire Chief or assigned Designee. This position is subject to the terms and conditions of the current Volunteer Fire Department Resolution and the City's Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual.

Under general supervision, responds to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, traffic accidents, rescue and other emergency calls to protect life and property; participates in training; drill and independent study activities; participates in the maintenance of fire department apparatus, equipment and facilities; performs various staff support assignments; and performs related work as assigned.

Duties include: Responds to a wide variety of emergency alarms, such as structural and environmental fires, traffic collisions, natural gas leaks, medical emergencies and hazardous materials spills. Fights fires under departmental procedures and as directed by a fire company officer; connects and lays hose lines, sets ladders and operates fire streams; uses hand and power tools to ventilate and enter burning structures for the purpose of extinguishing fires and to perform search and rescue operations; raises, lowers and climbs ladders to enter structures; performs salvage, clean up and overhaul operations during and after fires to remove hazards and protect property. Provides first responder medical emergency response at the basic life support level, including initial patient and situation assessment, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and trauma emergency medical care; prepares patients and assists paramedics in advanced life support emergency medical care. Participates in specialized rescue operations, including situations involving the use of rigging and shoring; operates specialized hand and power tools and equipment to rescue traffic collision victims. Cleans, services and makes minor repairs to ensure the operational readiness of vehicles, apparatus, hoses and emergency equipment; participates in the cleaning, repair and upkeep of departmental buildings, grounds and facilities. Participates in drills, demonstrations and courses in firefighting techniques, equipment and apparatus operation, medical aids, heavy rescue, swift water rescue, hazardous materials, fire prevention, equipment maintenance and a wide variety of other subjects related to the fire service; studies local geography and conditions affecting fire operations; studies and learns inspection regulations and fire prevention laws, codes and departmental policies and procedures; studies and learns procedures and techniques for the mitigation of hazardous materials incidents. Participates in the development and implementation of the department's public education and community outreach programs and activities.

Due to the emergency nature of the duties of a Volunteer Paid-Call Firefighter, incumbents must be able to report to the Reedley Fire Station within six (6) minutes of being notified of a need for services. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Applications will only be accepted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reedley. The successful candidate will be required to undergo additional background clearance checks before the activation process is complete.

Requirements: Valid California driver's license, Class-B Firefighter endorsement (within 1 year of activation date), Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate (within 6 months of activation date), First Responder certified (within 1 year of activation date), Physical ability to lift and move equipment and/or persons weighing up to 150 pounds, Previous firefighting experience desirable but not required

Salary: $25.00 PER CALL RESPONSE

Application Deadline: Continuous