Firefighter

• Possession of a valid Drivers License and a good driving record;
• Possession of a valid California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-1) Certificate or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Certification or higher;
• Possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate;
• Possession of valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) or Biddle Physical Agility Test certification at the time of application submittal;

• Possession of a California State Board of Fire Services Fire Fighter I Certificate (FF-1) or completion of an approved Basic Fire Fighter I Academy;

• Possession of a Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational Level Certificate within twelve (12) months of appointment;
• Possession of a California State Board of Fire Services Fire Fighter II Certificate (FF-2) within twelve (12) months of appointment;
• Possession of a California State Board of Fire Services Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A Certificate within twelve (12) months of appointment;
• Possession of an appropriate California Drivers License for operating firefighting equipment within twelve (12) months of appointment;
• Must be currently on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List by the application closing date with a passing score of 70% or greater.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• One (1) year of firefighting experience as a full-time Firefighter.

• Basic mathematics and mechanical relationships;
• Simple record-keeping methods;
• Proper methods materials tools and equipment used in firefighting;
• General principles of fire suppression and prevention;
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures;
• Emergency Medical Care;
• Computer operation and use of electronic media.

• Read understand firefighting materials and apply firefighting concepts;
• Respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures;
• Perform limited mechanical work;
• Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Adequate to hear and respond to instructions both in person and on the radio.

• Ability to walk stand sit and climb to perform various fire fighting/rescue duties;
• Ability to reach push pull grab and carry equipment of varying sizes and weights;
• Requires the ability to perform on-site field inspections including exertion of a moderate amount of physical effort to stoop crouch climb and lift in performance of assigned duties.

• Must be able to perceive odors.

• Physical strength to operate heavy equipment including fire fighting apparatus and rescue equipment and to lift and carry people with or without assistance of varying sizes and weights.

• Ability to be understood orally in person on the telephone or on the radio.

• Must be able to perceive color and shapes;
• Vision to properly operate equipment and perform fire fighting and rescue operations.

• Manual dexterity to use tools and equipment;
• May be subject to uncomfortable working conditions including exposure to odors toxic agents machinery explosives dust noise and smoke;
• Requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements such as use of personal computer or other office equipment or supplies and operation of a motor vehicle.

• Any type of documents not required to be submitted with the employment application for the position with the exception of a reasonable accommodation request DD Form 214 or other documentation related to Veterans Preference Points;
• Birth Certificate or documents showing date of birth;
• Certifications (including those required for the position);
• Drivers License;
• Education or training records (including those required for the position);
• Letters of recommendation;
• Photos;
• Resume;
• Social Security Card or documents showing Social Security number.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants must meet each qualification for the position by the deadline date. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Candidates meeting all qualifications for the position may be placed on the eligibility list for a period of up to one (1) year. As determined by the City and at the Citys expense successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a Personal History Questionnaire a polygraph examination extensive background investigation medical examination and drug/alcohol screening. Possession of a valid drivers license and good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at time of hire.