Firefighter/Paramedic (Entry Level & Lateral Level)

City of Fairfield; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fairfield Fire Department is seeking qualified Firefighter/Paramedics at entry and lateral levels to join a dedicated team providing advanced life support and firefighting services. Applicants must meet California licensure and certification requirements and pass the agency's selection process.

Responsibilities include medical and fire suppression duties, public education, and equipment inspections. A thorough background and medical exam are required prior to appointment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid California Class C Driver's License at hire; license during application acceptable.
• Mobile Intensive Care Certificate (Paramedic) per CA DOH/Solano County ESA required at hire.
• ACLS and PALS certificates required.
• CPAT required unless waived for internal candidates with prior ALS service.
• PHTLS or ITLS card required.
• CPR or BLS card required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical emergency calls and provide basic and advanced life support.
• Stabilize victims at the emergency scene.
• Assess illness/injury and establish care priority.
• Render emergency care per Health and Safety Code sections 1480-1485.
• Conduct public education programs.
• Respond with fire department to fires/medical emergencies.
• Operate pumps, lay/align hoses, direct water streams on fires.
• Use extinguishers and firefighting tools.
• Enter burning structures to rescue occupants.
• Assist in salvage operations and scene safety.
• Inspect and service vehicles and equipment.
• Receive and transmit radio/telephone messages.
• Attend department training programs.
• Inspect buildings for fire hazards.

Skills

Paramedic certification

CPR/BLS

ACLS/PALS

Driver's license

CPAT

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

\"Our mission is to provide emergency services by highly-trained and motivated professionals\"

The City of Fairfield Fire Department is recruiting qualified candidates for the exciting and challenging position of Firefighter/Paramedic at both the entry and lateral levels. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list to fill current and future Firefighter/Paramedic vacancies within the department.

Lateral-level Firefighter/Paramedic applicants are defined as current full-time Firefighter/Paramedics who have successfully completed their probationary period at an all-risk Advanced Life Support (ALS) fire agency with no breaks in service.

NOTE: The above-listed salary does not include incentive pays or shift premiums/differentials and is based on a 112-hour pay period.

• Equivalent to graduation from high school is required.
• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License is required.
  • Possession of a valid equivalent is acceptable during the application process. Valid California Class C is required at the time of hire.
• Possession of a valid Mobile Intensive Care Certificate (Paramedic), meeting the requirements of the California Department of Health and the Solano County Emergency Services Authority is required to be provided at time of hire.
• Possession of valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certificates are required.
• Possession of a California Physical Ability Test (CPAT). The CPAT requirement shall be waived for prospective applicants currently employed in a full-time capacity and have completed their probationary period at an all risk Advanced Life Support (ALS) fire agency with no breaks in service.
• Possession of a valid Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) OR International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) card is required.
• Possession of a valid CPR OR Basic Life Support Card is required.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Respond to medical emergency calls and provide basic and advanced life support for critically ill and injured victims.
• Stabilize victim(s) at emergency scene.
• Assess the nature and extent of illness or injury and establish priority of required emergency care.
• Render emergency care in accordance with the provisions of Section 1480-1485, Health and Safety Code.
• Conduct public education programs.
• Respond with fire department vehicles to fires and/or medical emergencies.
• Operate pumpers; lay and connect hose lines; operate nozzles to direct a proper stream of water on fires.
• Operate hand extinguishers and use ladders, ropes, axes, and other firefighting equipment.
• Enter burning structures to remove occupants from danger and to combat fires.
• Lay salvage covers and assist in salvage operations.
• Inspect and service vehicles and apparatus.
• Receive and transmit radio and telephone messages.
• Attend and participate in fire department training programs.
• Inspect buildings and properties for fire hazards.
• Assist in the maintenance of station, quarters and grounds.

Knowledge of:

• Modern fire suppression and prevention procedures, techniques and equipment.
• Use and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus.
• Operation of pumps and theory involved.
• Principles of hydraulics and water supply as applied to fire suppression.

Ability to:

• Work a range of shifts, schedules, including an 8 or 10 hour shift for 40 hours per week, 2080 hour per year or 24 hour shifts for 56 hour per week, 2912 hours per year, or a combination thereof.
• Operate appropriate equipment and apparatus safely and effectively.
• Render paramedical aid in an efficient and safe manner.
• Work effectively with others.
• Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Exhibit appropriate physical strength and agility; demonstrate mechanical aptitude.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. This position requires a thorough background investigation, psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment.

REFERENCE CHECKS:

The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.

Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.