Fire Apparatus Engineer - PARAMEDIC

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California (MO); On-site; USD 66,223 - 81,936; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking a FAE RANGE B - PARAMEDIC to operate fire apparatus and lead firefighting crews in wildland and structural incidents. In addition to firefighting duties, the role includes paramedic responsibilities in emergency medical situations.

Applicants must hold an EMT-P license, CPAT card, and medical clearance; a valid driver’s license with Firefighter endorsement is required.

Qualifications

• Medical clearance required prior to hire.
• CA EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) license required.
• Valid CPAT card or completion.
• Valid driver’s license with Firefighter endorsement.
• Annual medical clearance fit-testing for respirators (SCBA) as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate fire apparatus and equipment during wildland and structural firefighting operations.
• Lead a crew and perform firefighting duties; maintain vehicles and stations.
• Render advanced life support in emergencies as a paramedic.
• Prepare reports, records, and documentation for patient care and equipment use.
• Assist in training crews and performing fire prevention activities.

Skills

Firefighting

Paramedic

EMT-P license

CPAT Card

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Drug-Free Workplace

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Job Title and Classification

FAE RANGE B - PARAMEDIC (ONLY) – Classification: FIRE APPARATUS ENGINEER.

Salary Range: $5,934.00 - $7,342.00 B.

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 the fire stations; performs fire prevention tasks and other related work. In a paramedic position, 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 to assist when required; makes fire law inspections; investigates fire causes; prepares and presents fire prevention programs to the public; keeps records and prepares reports. Performs work outside with potential exposure to environmental elements (e.g., extreme weather, poison oak).

In addition to the tasks listed above, 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 by use of 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. Selected candidates must complete CAL FIRE Fighter Academy (FFA) and Company Officer Academy (COA) training during the probationary period as a condition of employment.

Special Requirements

• Medical clearance prior to being hired.
• CA Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) License, with a copy provided prior to hire.
• Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Card of Completion issued by an authorized organization.
• Valid California EMT‑P license (State‑level) prior to job offer; national registry or local county cards are not accepted.
• Valid driver’s license of the appropriate class with applicable endorsements (Class A or B Commercial with N endorsement and no restriction for airbrakes; California Class A, B, or C with Firefighter endorsement (restriction 50); or valid out‑of‑state license for operation within the employee’s home state).
• Annual medically cleared fit‑testing for respiratory protection equipment (SCBA) as required by Cal/OSHA, including comprehensive medical evaluation.