Fire Engineer, Sacramento County Airport Fire *Revised

County of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Sacramento's Sacramento County Airport Fire division seeks a Fire Engineer to operate assigned fire apparatus and equipment, respond to aircraft, structural, and medical emergencies, and ensure safety and readiness. The role requires EMT or Paramedic credentials and relevant driver operator certifications.

Incumbents may receive a 10% Paramedic Pay incentive and must meet extensive licensing, training, and background checks.

Qualifications

• Possession of an EMT or Paramedic certificate/license per state/federal authority.
• Two years of full-time paid firefighting experience.
• Valid California OSFM Driver Operator 1A and 1B certificate or approved equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate aircraft rescue firefighting and structural apparatus during emergencies.
• Perform inspection, preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and apparatus.
• Assist in controlling and extinguishing fires and rescuing persons.
• Respond to medical aid, vehicle accidents, and Hazmat incidents and provide assistance.

Skills

Emergency response

Firefighting

Customer service

Safety compliance

Education

EMT/Paramedic certification

OSFM Driver Operator 1A/1B

California Driver License

Tools

Aircraft rescue equipment

Fire apparatus operation

Emergency vehicles

Job description

This is a continuous filing exam. The filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 9/2/26, 9/16/26, 10/2/26, 11/6/26, 12/3/26 (final).

40-Hour Salary: $53.66 - $59.16/hour*

*The Salary range listed is based on a standard biweekly 80-hour work week.

24-Hour Salary: $38.33 - $42.26/hour*

*The Salary range listed is based on a Special 24-hour biweekly 112-hour work week.

Sacramento County Airport Fire is an operational ALS provider. To learn more about the division including their mission, history, staff, and equipment, visit their website Sacramento County Airport Fire.

Incumbents may also be eligible for a 10% Paramedic Pay incentive. The following table includes the salary calculations for an employee on a 24-hour shift with the differential calculations for Paramedic Pay (10%).

Under general supervision, the Fire Engineer, Sacramento County Airport Fire drives assigned fire apparatus and other automotive equipment to scenes of emergencies; operates fire pumps, aerial devices, and other Fire Department equipment; performs inspection, preventative maintenance and minor repairs of Fire Department apparatus and equipment; assists in controlling and extinguishing fires; rescues persons endangered by aircraft crash or fire, or by structural fire; prevents fire by reducing or eliminating potential fire hazards; responds to and provides assistance for medical aid calls, vehicle accidents, and Hazmat incidents.

The eligible list for this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Knowledge Of:

• Principles, practices, and procedures of aircraft rescue and firefighting
• Principles of structural, wildland and aircraft firefighting
• Operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus
• Fire and life safety codes
• Basic life support principles and techniques
• Applicable laws, rules and regulations related to aircraft rescue and firefighting as outlined in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) 139
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
• Basic arithmetic (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, ratios, and fractions)
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Principles of effective customer service

When assigned to a paramedic position:

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) techniques including but not limited to IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, advanced airway control and a variety of medication therapies, as a Paramedic
• Standing orders provided by off-line medical director
• Medical terminology

Ability To:

• Perform firefighting and rescue, emergency, and medical aid response duties
• Drive and operate aircraft rescue firefighting and structural apparatus equipment
• Learn operations and maintenance of aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment and apparatus
• Operate communication equipment
• Work safely under hazardous conditions
• Provide assistance for medical aid, vehicle accidents, Hazmat, and other emergencies
• Review and interpret maps, diagrams and mechanical drawings
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, other agencies and the general public
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Analyze situations quickly and accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Effectively organize and prioritize work assignments
• Keep accurate and orderly records
• Make arithmetical computations accurately and rapidly
• Maintain confidential information
• Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Deal courteously and effectively with the general public
• Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met

When assigned to a paramedic position:

• Perform ALS procedures
• Maintain accurate records of medical treatments, including equipment and medication use
• Understand and apply medical directives

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1a. Possession of a current and valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certificate/license issued by either the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians or the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA);
• 1b. Two years of full‑time paid experience performing firefighting duties;
• 1c. Possession of a valid California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Driver Operator 1A and 1B Certificate.

Note applicable to 1c: Possession of a valid equivalent certification from an outside entity, including the Department of Defense, the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualification (Pro Board) may substitute for a California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Driver Operator 1A and 1B Certificate.

General Qualifications

Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82‑602, Personnel Policies, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.

The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act.

License Requirements: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, shall be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

All incumbents will be required to obtain and maintain a Firefighter Endorsement issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles within six (6) months from date of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate endorsement, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Note: A valid class A or B driver’s license may substitute for the firefighter endorsement.

Successful completion of emergency vehicle operations course (EVOC) within six (6) months of appointment.

Incumbents must acquire and maintain an Air Operations Area driver permit issued by the Department of Airports within six (6) months of appointment. Failure to acquire or keep current the required permit may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement.

Certificate Requirements: Incumbents must maintain a valid EMT certificate issued by the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA). Failure to keep current the required certificate may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement.

Paramedic License: Some positions in this class may be designated to operate as a Firefighter/Paramedic and require a valid EMT-Paramedic license issued by the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA). Incumbents in these positions must acquire and maintain accreditation as an EMT-Paramedic by the County of Sacramento within 90 days of appointment. Failure to maintain the required license may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement.

Training Requirement: Incumbents in this class must complete an initial 40‑hour Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting training program in accordance with FAR Part 139 and complete annual recurrent training in accordance with FAR 139.319, and Advisory Circular 150/5210-17, including other state and local requirements as a condition of continued employment.

A Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate issued within the last twelve months prior to the application closing date or by date of hire.

Note: A CPAT certificate may be waived for any applicant currently employed as a full‑time firefighter or higher.

Uniform Requirement: Incumbents in this class are required to wear a designated uniform and personal protective equipment.

Special Access: Prior to appointment, incumbents in this class must acquire and maintain an airport security badge allowing unescorted access to secure County airport locations.

Physical Requirements

• Physically perform the duties of this class while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, strength, and stamina in the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions.

Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Working Conditions

• Work various shift, overtime, weekends, holidays non‑routine hours, and be subject to 'on-call' status 24 hours a day.
• Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement and very hot weather.
• Work at various locations within Sacramento County.

Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.

For information regarding County jobs:

www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sacramento

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