Firefighter/Paramedic

Overview Pala Band of Mission Indians – Fire Department. Position: Firefighter/Paramedic. Salary: $91,000.00 Annual Salary / OT eligible. Status: Regular Full-time. Supervisor: Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineer. Subordinates: None. Benefits: 401K Retirement Plan (Eligibility after one-year service). Company matches half of employee’s contribution up to 7%. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Vacation: Up to 13 days per year for full-time employees. Sick Leave: Up to 8 days per year for full-time employees. Life Insurance: The company provides up to $25,000.00. Position Summary Under supervision, to respond to fire alarms and other emergency calls for the protection of life and property; to render first aid lifesaving measures and perform related work as required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Receives, transmits, and responds to alarms Performs fire control activities and utilizes strategies in the areas of victim rescue, exposure tactics, ventilation, fire containment and extinguishment Fights structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, vehicle and wildland fires and may be required to make forcible entries Inspects and maintains nozzles, appliances, fittings, hydrants, fire extinguishers, hand and power tools, ropes, emergency lighting equipment, generators, rescue and first aid and related equipment including fire protection systems Operates fuel and oil pumps, building heating and cooling systems, cutting, boring and sawing tools, lighting, lifting and air moving equipment, various types of extinguishers, appliances, elevators, fire protection and escape systems, radio equipment and meters Uses a variety of tools, ropes, knots, ladders, life lines, belts and couplers; reels, unreels and carries hoses; connects nozzles and valve fittings Extends and reduces hose lines; lays single and multiple hose lines; lays hoses and operates hose streams above and below street level; raises, climbs and works from extension ladders Provides emergency care and treatment of fire and accident victims; lifts, carries and transports victims Administers first aid to victims of accidents and fires; renders emergency medical aid as an EMT within a team consisting of a communicator and an attendant, examining victim, communicating vital medical data to medical personnel and administering medical treatment by established guidelines and the specific instruction of hospital medical personnel Assists the public in a wide variety of emergency calls involving illness and urgent situations, and may need to assist in traffic control Conducts fire drills and demonstrates fire equipment Assists in the investigation of fire; writes fire alarm and various reports Interprets federal, state, local and departmental rules and regulations; assists in the maintenance of fire station and grounds Performs a variety of collateral administrative work involving fire prevention and suppression programs and engages in public information activities Recommends purchase of firefighting equipment, physical fitness apparatus and station appliances; conducts fire prevention inspections of dwellings, public assemblies and commercial, industrial and government buildings and maintains an inventory of items Identifies common, special, structural and panic hazards; interprets fire and building codes; issues orders to comply with such codes Examines the storage, handling and use of flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials; makes recommendations regarding the correction of hazards Operates Tribal vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practices Performs related work as required Knowledge, Skills, Certifications/Licenses And Abilities Knowledge of basic mathematics and mechanical relationships Knowledge of record-keeping methods Knowledge of the proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in firefighting Knowledge of the general principles of fire suppression and prevention Knowledge of advanced first aid and medical supplies Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures Knowledge of laws, ordinances and codes governing Emergency Medical Technicians Knowledge of diagnostic signs and treatments for injuries and illnesses as described in the San Diego Protocols Ability to administer lifesaving procedures, such as defibrillation, in cases of cardiac arrest (paramedics are qualified to use invasive clinical techniques). These include: Medical assistance at accidents, emergencies and other related incidents Making diagnoses and giving emergency treatment to patients who are seriously ill or have life-threatening conditions Applying splints to limbs, dressing wounds, administering pain relief and reading monitoring equipment Inserting drips and fluids and using different equipment, including ventilators to assist breathing Transporting patients needing skilled treatment while traveling by ambulance Checking the efficiency of vehicles and equipment to maintain a state of operational readiness Driving and crewing the ambulance or other rapid response vehicles Assessing appropriate methods of conveying patients Assisting with patient care in hospitals or health care centers Intravenous injections Administering other drug treatments Inserting a tube into the throat (intubation) Ability to provide medical aid by the established procedure Ability to read, understand, and apply technical firefighting materials and concepts Ability to respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities stated above and the ability to perform the duties of the position. A typical qualifying entrance background is journey-level experience performing firefighting work in a public agency. Minimum Entry-Level Credentials Valid California Driver's License California State Paramedic Licensure San Diego County Paramedic Accreditation Valid ACLS certification Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Healthcare provider certification Approved California State Fire Marshal Fire Fighter I Certification CPAT Required. Must obtain within 3 months of submitting resume. Must have prior to hire. FF-I and FF-II (Highly desirable) FEMA ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800 certification Must possess and maintain a Class C California Driver's License (in good standing). The license will be confirmed through the Pala MVR system. Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment. Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer. Working Conditions Heavy Work: Frequent lifting, carrying, pulling, and/or pushing of 100 pounds with occasional heavier lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling. Mobility: The ability to stand, climb, stoop, reach, and bend; operate with dexterity to handle heavy objects... Vision: Ability to read small print (vision may be corrected). Environmental Conditions Incumbents may be required to work with harsh or toxic substances and may wear protective apparel. May work at considerable heights and sustain physical exertion for prolonged periods. Other Requirements All employees are expected to follow tribal policies and procedures and adhere to applicable addendums. How To Apply Pala Fire Department is accepting applications on a continuous basis. Employment applications are available at the Hall Administration – 12196 Pala Mission Road. Please submit a resume and/or application to Jobs - Pala Tribe. #J-18808-Ljbffr