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Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Firefighter is a journey level class within the Fire Department responsible for performing a variety of duties and responsibilities in support of the department’s fire prevention and suppression responsibility.  This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Engineer in that the Engineer is responsible for operating and maintaining a variety of fire equipment and apparatus. 

The Engineer is the journey level class responsible for the operation and general maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment, vehicles and tools. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Firefighter by the driving of fire apparatus and vehicles and the operation of apparatus, equipment, and tools at an emergency scene; serve as Fire Captain as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Perform a variety of fire prevention and fire suppression duties and responsibilities at a fire scene such as responding to alarms, hooking lines to hydrants, laying lines of hose, conducting initial attacks on fires, directing streams of water, carrying and setting up ladders, ventilating buildings, performing search and rescue, administering first aid, sweeping, and cleaning after fires, as well as performing salvage and overhaul.
• Perform medical emergency duties such as performing CPR, giving oxygen, hooking up monitors, and stripping IVs.
• Maintain firefighting equipment which may include washing, polishing and servicing fire apparatus and equipment; test, wash and hang hose.
• Participate in drills and training exercises with engine company employees; attend special training sessions on firefighting and prevention techniques.
• Study and learn City layout and water systems.
• Participate in engine company fire prevention inspections of local businesses and companies. 
• May participate in fire investigations as to the cause and origin.
• Demonstrate a general understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.
• Respond to questions and concerns from the general public; provide information as is appropriate and resolve complaints.
• Participate in public education programs in the areas of fire suppression and fire prevention.
• Work Monday-Friday, times to be to determined; be available for calls when off duty at time and a half.
• Extinguish fires and take proper precautions to prevent rekindle thereof.
• Respond, as designated, with their units to all alarms and emergency calls, and perform duties as required.
• Keep the apparatus, equipment, tools and station premises neat, clean and in good order.
• Perform related work as their superior officer may require.
• For expedience in response to alarms they shall acquaint themselves with the streets, topography, physical conditions and other matters affecting response in the Fire Department.
• They shall, under supervision of their superior officers, be responsible for the condition and operation of apparatus to which they are assigned and are held accountable for its readiness for service.
• They shall be continually familiar with practices and procedures relative to water supply, hydrants, fire streams, pump capacities and other operations which will enable them to perform their duties efficiently.
• They shall work as a company unit under the command of their company officer while at fires or other emergencies unless ordered otherwise.
• They shall follow the chain of command in all communications regarding Department business.
• All inquiries from the press shall be referred to the incident commander
• Perform other related duties as required.

Working Conditions:

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required.  Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may work around or in contact with hazardous materials, blood products and other potentially toxic substances.  Incumbent may be subject to physical threats, verbal abuse, or other stressful situations.  During fire suppression activities, incumbent wears self-contained breathing apparatus and enters smoke filled buildings.

License/Certificate:

• Possession of a valid Class ‘C’ California driver's license and no more than 2-points on driving record.

Qualifications:

FIREFIGHTER

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Firefighter. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of a high school diploma. Equivalent of one years of municipal fire suppression experience (preferred).

License/Certificate:

• Possession of a valid Class ‘C’ California driver's license and no more than 2-points on driving record
• California State Certificate Firefighter I
• California State EMT Certificate and National Registry EMT Card (desired)
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification

ENGINEER

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Firefighter. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of a high school diploma. Equivalent of three years of municipal fire suppression experience.

License/Certificate:

• California State Certificate Firefighter I.
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license or Firefighters Class B driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
• California State EMT Certificate and National Registry EMT Card.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
• Possession of Associate of Arts/Science degree (desirable).

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: (The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the Firefighter & Engineer positions.)

Knowledge of:

• Complex principles, practices and procedures of modern firefighting.Principles and practices involved with the general maintenance of fire fighting vehicles, equipment and apparatus.
• Purposes and uses of a variety of vehicles, equipment, tools, and apparatus used in firefighting, rescue, and medical assistance operations.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping.
• Proper English, spelling and grammar.

Ability to:

• Learn and implement firefighting principles and techniques.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation of firefighting equipment.
• Work a variety of shifts including weekends, and holidays.
• Understand and follow instructions.
• Work independently.
• Make adjustments to standard operating guidelines at an emergency scene as appropriate.
• Remain calm and implement appropriate responses to emergency scenes.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Meet standards for height, weight and physical fitness.
• Attend 66% of Thursday night training drills: 18:00—21:00/22:00 hours (Dinner provided at no charge)
• Attend Fire Department Association events including but not limited to; 4 social dinners, occasional fundraising events, 6 association meetings per year on Thursday evenings.
• Work a minimum of two 8 hour shifts per month at (Firefighter, Step A) $26.65/hr.
• Be available for strike team assignments; up to a 9-day commitment:

* 8 hrs. straight time = $213.20

* 4 hrs. of 1.5 time = $159.90

* 12 hrs. of double time = $639.60

* $1012.70 gross per 24 hour shift

* Portal to Portal for 9 days = Approx. $9,114.30 gross

Skill to:

• Effectively operate firefighting and life safety equipment and tools.
• Effectively operate a motor vehicle on City streets.
• Operate computer and applicable software.
• Follow oral directions in emergency situations.
• Operate mechanical equipment.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Paid Fire Department Training

Tuition and Attendance Time Paid - Urban

• Truck Academy:                            80 hrs
• Rescue Systems 1                        40 hrs
• Rescue Systems 2                        40 hrs
• Driver Operator 1A                      40 hrs
• Driver Operator 1B                      40 hrs
• Confined Space Awareness        16 hrs
• Rapid Intervention Crew             
• Art of Reading Smoke                    8 hrs
• Trench Rescue                              24 hrs
• ICS-200
• ICS-300                                           20 hrs
• Hazmat Awareness

Officer Classes only available upon completion of the above courses

• Company Officer 2A - Human Resources
• Company Officer 2B - General Administration
• Company Officer 2C - Fire Prevention
• Company Officer 2D - All Hazard Command Operations
• Company Officer 2E - Wildland Command Operations
• Instructor I

Tuition Paid Only Classes* (attendance time not paid)

• Firefighter I
• Firefighter II
• EMT

* Any additional course not listed may be paid for by SHFD with Fire Chief's approval.

** Pending approval

*** The online -290 course does not meet the requirements for this position.

Tuition and Attendance Time Paid - Wildland

Wildland Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) – Required Training:

• Introduction to ICS (I-100)
• NIMS an Introduction (IS-700)
• Firefighter Training (S-130)
• Human Factors on the Fireline (L-180)
• Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)

OR 

• State Fire Marshal (SFM) Wildland Firefighter 1

Wildland Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) – Required Training:

• Basic ICS (I-200)
• Firefighter Type 1 (S-131)
• Portable Pumps and Water Use (S-211)
• Wildland Fire Chain Saws (S-212)

OR

• State Fire Marshal (SFM) Wildland Firefighter 2**

Engine Boss (ENGB) – Required Training:

• Wildland Training for Structural Firefighters (G-231)

OR

• Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface (S-215)
• Crew Boss (Single Resource) (S-230)
• Engine Boss (Single Resource) (S-231)
• Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290)***

Additional All Paid Classes (tuition and attendance):

• Firing Operations (S-219)
• Firing Operations in Wildland Urban Interface (S-215)
• Basic Air Operations (S-270)
• Wildland Fire Chainsaws (S-212)
• Initial Attack Incident Command (S-200)

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Firefighter is a journey level class within the Fire Department responsible for performing a variety of duties and responsibilities in support of the department’s fire prevention and suppression responsibility.  This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Engineer in that the Engineer is responsible for operating and maintaining a variety of fire equipment and apparatus. 

The Engineer is the journey level class responsible for the operation and general maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment, vehicles and tools. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Firefighter by the driving of fire apparatus and vehicles and the operation of apparatus, equipment, and tools at an emergency scene; serve as Fire Captain as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Perform a variety of fire prevention and fire suppression duties and responsibilities at a fire scene such as responding to alarms, hooking lines to hydrants, laying lines of hose, conducting initial attacks on fires, directing streams of water, carrying and setting up ladders, ventilating buildings, performing search and rescue, administering first aid, sweeping, and cleaning after fires, as well as performing salvage and overhaul.
• Perform medical emergency duties such as performing CPR, giving oxygen, hooking up monitors, and stripping IVs.
• Maintain firefighting equipment which may include washing, polishing and servicing fire apparatus and equipment; test, wash and hang hose.
• Participate in drills and training exercises with engine company employees; attend special training sessions on firefighting and prevention techniques.
• Study and learn City layout and water systems.
• Participate in engine company fire prevention inspections of local businesses and companies. 
• May participate in fire investigations as to the cause and origin.
• Demonstrate a general understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.
• Respond to questions and concerns from the general public; provide information as is appropriate and resolve complaints.
• Participate in public education programs in the areas of fire suppression and fire prevention.
• Work Monday-Friday, times to be to determined; be available for calls when off duty at time and a half.
• Extinguish fires and take proper precautions to prevent rekindle thereof.
• Respond, as designated, with their units to all alarms and emergency calls, and perform duties as required.
• Keep the apparatus, equipment, tools and station premises neat, clean and in good order.
• Perform related work as their superior officer may require.
• For expedience in response to alarms they shall acquaint themselves with the streets, topography, physical conditions and other matters affecting response in the Fire Department.
• They shall, under supervision of their superior officers, be responsible for the condition and operation of apparatus to which they are assigned and are held accountable for its readiness for service.
• They shall be continually familiar with practices and procedures relative to water supply, hydrants, fire streams, pump capacities and other operations which will enable them to perform their duties efficiently.
• They shall work as a company unit under the command of their company officer while at fires or other emergencies unless ordered otherwise.
• They shall follow the chain of command in all communications regarding Department business.
• All inquiries from the press shall be referred to the incident commander
• Perform other related duties as required.

Working Conditions:

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required.  Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may work around or in contact with hazardous materials, blood products and other potentially toxic substances.  Incumbent may be subject to physical threats, verbal abuse, or other stressful situations.  During fire suppression activities, incumbent wears self-contained breathing apparatus and enters smoke filled buildings.

Mandatory Requirements

Position requires applicant to maintain residence within dispatch contract zone.

South of Big Tree Rd.

West of Sanitarium Rd./Deer Park Rd. Intersection & Greenfield Rd.

North of Galleron Rd.

East of Whitehall Ln. and Langtree

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License/Certificate:

• Possession of a valid Class ‘C’ California driver's license and no more than 2-points on driving record.

Desired, not Required:

FIREFIGHTER

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Firefighter. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of a high school diploma. Equivalent of one years of municipal fire suppression experience (preferred).

License/Certificate:

• Possession of a valid Class ‘C’ California driver's license and no more than 2-points on driving record
• California State Certificate Firefighter I
• California State EMT Certificate and National Registry EMT Card (desired)
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification

ENGINEER

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Firefighter. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of a high school diploma. Equivalent of three years of municipal fire suppression experience.

License/Certificate:

• California State Certificate Firefighter I.
• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license or Firefighters Class B driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
• California State EMT Certificate and National Registry EMT Card.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
• Possession of Associate of Arts/Science degree (desirable).

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: (The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the Firefighter & Engineer positions.)

Knowledge of:

• Complex principles, practices and procedures of modern firefighting.Principles and practices involved with the general maintenance of fire fighting vehicles, equipment and apparatus.
• Purposes and uses of a variety of vehicles, equipment, tools, and apparatus used in firefighting, rescue, and medical assistance operations.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping.
• Proper English, spelling and grammar.

Ability to:

• Learn and implement firefighting principles and techniques.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation of firefighting equipment.
• Work a variety of shifts including weekends, and holidays.
• Understand and follow instructions.
• Work independently.
• Make adjustments to standard operating guidelines at an emergency scene as appropriate.
• Remain calm and implement appropriate responses to emergency scenes.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Meet standards for height, weight and physical fitness.
• Attend 66% of Thursday night training drills: 18:00—21:00/22:00 hours (Dinner provided at no charge)
• Attend Fire Department Association events including but not limited to; 4 social dinners, occasional fundraising events, 6 association meetings per year on Thursday evenings.
• Work a minimum of two 8 hour shifts per month at (Firefighter, Step A) $26.65/hr.
• Be available for strike team assignments; up to a 9-day commitment:

* 8 hrs. straight time = $213.20

* 4 hrs. of 1.5 time = $159.90

* 12 hrs. of double time = $639.60

* $1012.70 gross per 24 hour shift

* Portal to Portal for 9 days = Approx. $9,114.30 gross

Skill to:

• Effectively operate firefighting and life safety equipment and tools.
• Effectively operate a motor vehicle on City streets.
• Operate computer and applicable software.
• Follow oral directions in emergency situations.
• Operate mechanical equipment.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Paid Fire Department Training

Tuition and Attendance Time Paid - Wildland

Wildland Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) – Required Training:

• Introduction to ICS (I-100)
• NIMS an Introduction (IS-700)
• Firefighter Training (S-130)
• Human Factors on the Fireline (L-180)
• Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)

OR 

• State Fire Marshal (SFM) Wildland Firefighter 1

Wildland Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) – Required Training:

• Basic ICS (I-200)
• Firefighter Type 1 (S-131)
• Portable Pumps and Water Use (S-211)
• Wildland Fire Chain Saws (S-212)

OR

• State Fire Marshal (SFM) Wildland Firefighter 2**

Engine Boss (ENGB) – Required Training:

• Wildland Training for Structural Firefighters (G-231)

OR

• Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface (S-215)
• Crew Boss (Single Resource) (S-230)
• Engine Boss (Single Resource) (S-231)
• Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290)***

Additional All Paid Classes (tuition and attendance):

• Firing Operations (S-219)
• Firing Operations in Wildland Urban Interface (S-215)
• Basic Air Operations (S-270)
• Wildland Fire Chainsaws (S-212)
• Initial Attack Incident Command (S-200)

SELECTION PROCEDURE

All applications will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position.  A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the the recruitment process which may include one or more of the following;  written examination, assessment exercise(s), oral interviews, medical examination, urinalysis, and complete background checks.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection or advancement in the recruitment process.

THE POSITION

The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented problem-solver with a focus on public service. Recruits enter a training program to develop skills necessary to demonstrate abilities to respond to emergency fire and medical alarms, to protect life and property, to participate in fire suppression training and emergency medical training, to assist with station, apparatus and equipment maintenance, and to do related work as required.

Upon satisfactory completion of probationary period, a Recruit is promoted to the rank of Firefighter, with all benefits entitled.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Under supervision, performs general firefighter duties including, but not limited to:  response to alarms; fire suppression; lifesaving and rescue; vehicle extrications; salvage operations; hazardous materials; emergency medical care; mutual aid assistance; maintenance / inspection / testing of fire fighting equipment; maintenance of  fire station and grounds; participates in required training programs; fire prevention and public education programs; waterway and rescue boat operations; participation in support of the Fire Departments’ various programs provided to residents of Suisun City.