FIRE APPARATUS ENGINEER

State of California; United States; On-site; USD 64,605 - 79,939; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paramedic bonus up to $6,000

Extended Duty Week Compensation

Job summary

The State of California is seeking a qualified Paramedic to perform firefighting and emergency medical assistance duties. Candidates must have a California EMT-P license and pass the Fire Apparatus Engineer exam. Responsibilities include operating fire apparatus, leading a crew, performing medical assistance, and maintaining vehicles.

This position is full-time, with a salary range of $5,789 to $7,163 per month, and additional benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage. Candidates should be prepared for remote assignments and 24-hour duty as necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum eligibility through Fire Apparatus Engineer (1077) exam required.
• Valid driver's license and physical ability test (CPAT) are necessary.
• Medical clearance required prior to hiring.

Responsibilities

• Operates fire apparatus during firefighting and rescue operations.
• Renders advanced emergency medical assistance effectively.
• Maintains equipment and performs minor repairs.

Skills

Emergency medical assistance

Firefighting operations

Leadership

Vehicle operation

Education

California EMT-P license

Fire Apparatus Engineer (1077) exam

Tools

Fire apparatus

Medical rescue vehicles

Job description

PARAMEDIC

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

Job Code: JC-492201

Location: United States (In Office)

Hiring Type: Permanent, Full Time

Pay Range: $5,789.00 – $7,163.00 per month

Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision, operates fire apparatus and equipment during wildland and structural firefighting operations; leads an assigned crew in the performance of firefighting duties; maintains and makes minor repairs on vehicles, equipment, and fire stations; performs fire prevention tasks and other related work. When performing in a paramedic position, as part of a paramedic team, performs paramedic duties in emergency medical situations.

Drives and operates fire apparatus in connection with extinguishing wildland, structural, and other fires, and in fire prevention and rescue work; leads a crew; performs maintenance and simple repairs on equipment; makes reports on the operation of equipment; uses maps; operates two‑way radio as necessary; may act as fire captain relief; assists in training crews to fight fire efficiently and safely; checks, cleans and polishes trucks; does general facility maintenance and repair work; assists in building roads, trails, telephone lines, and minor structures; as a learner, may operate other heavy equipment when required; performs fire‑law inspections; investigates fire causes; prepares and presents fire‑prevention programs to the public; keeps records and prepares reports. Performs work outside with exposure to environmental elements (e.g., extreme weather, poison oak).

When working in a paramedic position, renders emergency medical assistance at the advanced life‑support level; performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation and electrical defibrillation; lifts and transports injured persons; administers intravenous fluids as needed; obtains blood for laboratory analysis; interprets cardiac arrhythmias; performs pulmonary ventilation using airway adjuncts; administers drugs; operates voice and biomedical telemetry communication systems and equipment; assists in childbirth; drives medical rescue vehicles under emergency conditions; prepares and completes documentation associated with patient‑care delivery; prepares and presents demonstrations and classes in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other subjects relating to medical assistance to employees and the public.

Eligible candidates selected for positions in this classification may be placed in an apprenticeship program.

Working Conditions

Willingness to live and work in remote areas and on weekends and holidays; readiness to remain on duty 24 hours a day as required. Vision: distant visual acuity (Snellen) of not less than 20/100 without corrective lenses in each eye, separately corrected to not less than 20/40 in one eye with corrective lenses. Distant binocular acuity of at least 20/40 in both eyes with or without corrective lenses. Color vision adequate as measured by the Ishihara or Farnsworth tests. Hearing adequate within speech frequencies (uncorrected). Full use of both hands and feet; physical strength and agility, weight in proportion to height; mild reaction to poison oak acceptable.

Paramedic Eligibility

To be appointed to a Paramedic position, you must have some type of eligibility. Eligibility is obtained by taking and passing the Fire Apparatus Engineer (1077) exam. This exam is currently available and can be taken through the Department’s review.

Taking and passing the Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) (1077) exam will allow applicants for both non‑paramedic and paramedic positions to obtain eligibility, but you must still apply to the appropriate job advertisement that corresponds to the position in which you are interested.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum requirements are outlined in the Class Specification for the Fire Apparatus Engineer classification.

Special Requirements

• Medical clearance required prior to being hired.
• Incumbent must wear respiratory protection equipment (including self‑contained breathing apparatus). Requires annual medical clearance through a comprehensive evaluation including medical history, physical examination, vision, hearing, spirometry, and treadmill test.
• Valid driver’s license of the appropriate class with applicable endorsements. Acceptable licenses include Class A or B Commercial with a tank endorsement and no restriction for airbrakes; California Class A, B, or C with a Firefighter endorsement (restriction 50); out‑of‑state driver’s license valid for operation of firefighting equipment within the employee’s home state.
• Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card issued by a licensed CPAT organization. Incumbents with continuous fire service may retain their CPAT card without re‑obtaining.
• For paramedic positions, possession of a current California EMT‑P license or a National Registry EMT‑P license is required. Applicants must have a California EMT‑P license prior to a job offer.

Benefits

Base Salary: $5,789 – $7,163 per month (paid monthly).

Extended Duty Week Compensation: $2,053 – $2,605 every four weeks.

Paramedic Bonus: $250 – $6,000 paid every November; amount based on months worked.

Annual Compensation: $99,157 – $125,821.

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits and may be eligible for other pay differentials. Pay differential information can be found on the Pay Differentials Library website.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, family care, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, and more. The State seeks a drug‑free workplace. All state applicants must behave in accordance with this objective.