Firefighter/Paramedic

Firefighter

To perform fire fighting, emergency medical response, and advanced life support activities to protect life and property; to respond to a variety of fire and emergency and non-emergency calls for service, including structure fires, traffic collisions, hazardous materials incidents, building collapses and wildland fires; to operate a variety of fire suppression and life-saving equipment; to perform station and equipment maintenance; and to perform a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Receives general supervision from an assigned Fire Captain or higher-level management staff.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responds to fire and emergency alarms; performs all phases of fire suppression work; performs rescue, ventilation, overhaul, salvage and clean-up activities at fire scene; places fire hoses, sets ladders, operates fire streams, ventilates and enters burning structures to extinguish fires and rescue victims; operates pneumatic and auxiliary equipment such as generators or pumps; responds to hazardous materials incidents.

Provides emergency medical care and advanced life support as needed at fire and accident scenes which may include defibrillation, clearing airways, pulmonary ventilation, intubation, inserting IVs, splinting fractures, treating burns, performing CPR and administering medication; informs physicians of patient condition.

Prepares, submits, and maintains reports on fire suppression activities, incidents, and accidents, emergency medical service provision and other fire related information.

Performs station maintenance; maintains station living quarters in a clean and orderly condition; operates, inspects, and maintains ambulance and other fire equipment; performs minor repairs on apparatus or equipment inside and outside of facilities; orders necessary supplies.

Conducts and participates in training exercises; develops skills in fire suppression, medical aid, apparatus operation, and other related areas; conducts emergency medical technician classes and re-certifies participants.

Maintains records and logs of work completed and in progress; prepares statistical and analytical reports as required.

Stays current on new innovations relative to fire prevention and emergency medical services.

Participates in testing of a variety of Department equipment, including protective clothing and breathing apparatus.

Gives informative and educational tours of the fire station to school children and other citizens; explains the functions of the Fire department; participates in other public relations activities.

Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum requirements as a condition of hire:

Prior experience in fire suppression, rescue, and Emergency Medical Services is desirable.

High School diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized firefighter and emergency medicine/paramedic training.

Successful completion of a California State Fire Marshal Accredited Basic Firefighter Academy or equivalent.

Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license. Must obtain an "F" endorsement within one year of employment.

ICEMA accredited paramedic, or ability to achieve accreditation within 30 days of appointment.

Valid Physical Ability (Biddle or CPAT) dated within 1 year of the recruitment closing date. (Lateral hires do not require a physical ability test.)