Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Coalinga (CA); Coalinga (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Coalinga seeks a dedicated Firefighter/Paramedic under general supervision to fight fires, mitigate hazards, staff ambulances and participate in prevention activities. Duties include operating engines, ambulances, hose lines and rescue equipment while maintaining safety and teamwork in high‑pressure emergencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, Paramedic Certification, California Driver's License, and the ability to obtain Fresno County Paramedic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Paramedic certification required or obtainable within 30 days of appointment.
• Must possess California Driver's License Class C and obtain Class B before completion of probation.

Responsibilities

• Fight fires and staff ambulances to protect life and property.
• Provide advanced and basic life support on scene and during transport.
• Operate and maintain fire apparatus, pumps, hoses and ladders.
• Assist in fire prevention inspections and community programs.
• Respond to alarms during non-duty hours when required.
• Maintain records and reports of emergency medical care procedures.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Emergency equipment

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Fire Science coursework

Paramedic Certification

Job description

Under the general supervision of a Fire Captain, fights fires, mitigates hazardous materials emergencies and staffs ambulances in the protection of life and property; participates in fire prevention activities and fire company inspections; operates and maintains fire apparatus, fire pumps, firefighting/rescue equipment and ambulances; supervises ambulance operations while on emergency calls; and performs other duties as assigned.

• Rescues persons endangered by fire or other hazards.
• Provides treatment for victims at the scene of an emergency and during transport to a hospital via ground and/or air ambulance.
• Renders advanced and basic life support services consistent with Fresno County Emergency Paramedic policies and procedures.
• Maintains communication with designated base station hospitals; carries out orders of the emergency room personnel in the administration of drugs, narcotics, medications, intravenous (IV) solutions and related emergency measures in treating life‑threatening medical disorders.
• Maintains records and make reports concerning emergency medical care procedures.
• Participates in required training programs.
• Responds to alarms, lays hose lines, holds nozzles to direct stream of water on fires and assists in the operations of engine pumping equipment.
• Raises, lowers and climbs ladders; performs roof top ventilation; conducts overhaul, salvage and clean‑up operations.
• Assists in the mitigation of emergencies involving hazardous materials.
• Maintains fire trucks, engines, ambulances and other emergency vehicles.
• Operates communication equipment on vehicles and/or in stations.
• Answers general questions from the public; assists in community projects and programs.
• Cleans stations, quarters and equipment; maintains a clean and orderly condition in and about the fire station and associated grounds.
• Studies Fire Department rules and regulations.
• Participates in fire hazards, fire prevention inspections and weed abatement duties.
• Responds to fire calls and other emergencies during non‑duty hours when required.
• May serve as acting Fire Engineer on a temporary assignment.
• Drives a fire truck, engine or other fire apparatus if qualified.
• Sometimes works over‑time or irregular hours.
• Wears a uniform; maintains a clean and neat appearance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

The organizational structure of the department; geographical configurations and characteristics of the response districts; department operating procedures for administration, emergency operations, incident management systems; working knowledge of appropriate methods of patient care used within the Paramedic scope of practice. Standard fire fighting operations, procedures, equipment and safety precautions; fire chemistry; federal, state and local agency laws and regulations pertaining to emergency service, fire safety and occupancy loads; safe driving procedures; basic mechanics; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; principles and procedures of recordkeeping; and techniques used in dealing with the public.

Skill and Ability to

Analyze the potential threat to life and property; administer first aid, advanced life support and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); use, maintain and service emergency medical equipment, fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, ladders and other standard firefighting tools, such as hand tools, saws, radios, pagers and telephones. Learn city streets and addresses. Comply with all applicable traffic laws while maintaining a safe response at speeds appropriate to road, traffic and weather conditions. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively in written and verbal form. Keep accurate and orderly records; complete forms and reports; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and documents; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, subordinates and the general public.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent; completion of college level work in Fire Science is highly desirable. Solo field paramedic experience preferred but not required.

Paramedic Certification; must be able to obtain the Fresno County Certification as a Paramedic within 30 days of appointment and maintain Fresno County’s Paramedic certification as a condition of continued employment.

This class is distinguished from the Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) by assignment of some duties and possession of the Paramedic Certification.

Valid California Drivers License, Class C; must be insurable under the City’s insurance policy without the City incurring any additional premiums or costs; must obtain a valid Class B license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles prior to completion of probationary period.

Must be 18 years of age at time of appointment; be a U.S. citizen or legal president alien; and pass a thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation, physical examination with drug test and twelve month probation.

Required Materials:

1. City of Coalinga Employment Application on Government Jobs portal at www.governmentjobs.com
2. Resume
3. Copy of appropriate licenses/certificates

The City of Coalinga is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, or covered veteran’s status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.