Firefighter

Under general supervision, performs fire prevention, fire suppression, hazardous material incident response, emergency rescue and medical assistance duties to protect life, property and environment; performs other duties as assigned.

This position reports to and receives functional supervision and formal training from the on-duty Fire Captain and technical direction as needed concerning equipment operation and work methods from the on-duty Fire Engineer.

Responds to structural, automotive or wild fires, rescue operations, and hazardous materials calls and alarms by performing search and rescue, forcibly entering buildings and operating fire equipment. Raises, lowers, and climbs ladders; scales and repels walls and other structures; ventilates and enters areas sometimes using force; extricates victims, opens up walls, structures and vehicles; extinguishes fires and engages in salvage operations. Assists in all operations necessary to ensure the confinement and extinguishment of fires or the elimination of other hazardous conditions, including driving fire apparatus and operating pumps or controls as needed.

Responds to emergency medical treatment calls and alarms and provides first aid and emergency medical treatment, as qualified, such as stabilizing and evaluating patient condition, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation, starting IVs, interpreting EKGs, applying bandages and splints and administering proper medications and oxygen levels. Participates in fire safety and physical fitness conditioning programs, training programs and coordinated response drills. Assists with fire prevention and fire safety and hazardous material inspections and routine fire investigations. Inspects, cleans, tests and performs preventative maintenance work on fire apparatus, hoses, tools, medical and firefighting gear and equipment and maintains all assigned apparatus and equipment in a state of readiness to respond to emergency calls. Cleans and maintains station grounds, landscaped areas and facilities. Restocks medical supplies. Makes public presentations concerning fire safety, emergency preparedness and emergency medical procedures; May conduct station tours. Completes incident reports and maintenance records. Trains and explains departmental procedures and fire safety practices to other staff. Participates on Regional strike teams and completes other special assignments. May serve as Fire Engineer, as assigned. Serves on callback status to respond to major emergencies. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work is routinely performed inside and outside environments. Subject to shift work, evening or variable hours and emergency call-out. Ability to climb ladders and work at considerable heights above ground. Ability to meet strength, stamina and endurance standards for strenuous and hazardous tasks in emergency situations or during department training and qualification programs. Ability to perform heavy lifting, climbing and standing for extended periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds from ground to shoulder. Ability to carry 75 pounds at shoulder height for 50 feet. Ability to drag 165 pounds for 50 feet.

Required: High School diploma or equivalent. Current State of California Class C Driver's License and an acceptable driving record must be maintained. Must obtain a California Driver's License Firefighters Endorsement within eighteen months of employment. Possession of a California Firefighter I Certificate (or equivalent), OR Firefighter I Academy Graduate Certificate. Possession of a California Emergency Medical Technician B Certificate or higher level of care license. Applicants are required to meet the City's physical standards and pass a physical examination and aptitude test prior to employment.

The City of El Centro offers a competitive compensation package which include medical, dental vision, life insurance, mental health counseling, short-term and long-term disability. Health Insurance is available at a shared cost. The City will subsidize a percentage of the medical premium and employee is responsible for the rest. Basic life Insurance is fully subsidized by the City. Optional Supplemental Life and Dependent Insurance is available at the employee's expense. Worker's Compensation is paid by the City. Deferred Compensation (457b Plan) is available at the employee's expense. Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,000 per calendar year subject to pre-approval and availability of funds. This position is paid on a biweekly basis. CalPERS – Employee/Employer contributions. 15 paid holidays per year.

Salary: $5,457.00 Monthly

Application Deadline: Continuous