Firefighter - Trainee (80 Hr)

City of Modesto•Modesto, CA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Modesto is currently accepting applications from candidates who are on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) list and have passed their CPAT test within the last year and 14 days. This recruitment is for Trainee applicants only, not lateral applicants with experience. Firefighter Trainees are responsible for responding to fire alarms, medical emergencies, and other calls to protect life and property. They also participate in fire prevention, training, and station and equipment maintenance activities. Applicants will be assessed based on their submitted application. Resumes will not be screened for qualification determination. Applicants must provide complete information in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of their application. Make-up examinations are not scheduled. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications, on the FCTC eligible list with a minimum score of 80%, and meeting all FCTC requirements will be considered for the next step, which may include a panel selection interview. The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A City application and Supplemental Questionnaire are required. The City of Modesto does not sponsor H-1B Visas. Salary offered depends on candidate’s experience.

Requirements

Currently on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) list.
Passed CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability) test within the last year and 14 days.
Minimum score of 80% on FCTC requirements.
High School diploma or GED equivalency.
Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate for the Health Care Professional.
Possession of a current California Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT) Certificate.
Possession of a California State Fire Marshal’s Office Firefighter I Certificate, or graduation from a California State Fire Marshal’s accredited Firefighter I academy, or completion of 15 semester units of college course work in fire science or a related field.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.
Minimum age of 20 by final filing date of recruitment and 21 years of age by date of appointment.
Ability to learn to understand and act in accordance with departmental policies, rules, and instructions in the field of firefighting.
Ability to learn to apply firefighting and medical techniques and procedures.
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation of firefighting equipment.
Ability to learn the layout of the City's water main system and street numbering system.
Ability to retain presence of mind in emergency situations.
Ability to think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately.
Ability to perform occasional heavy lifting and physical maneuvering.
Ability to pass all required oral, manipulative, and written exams for Firefighter Trainee.
Ability to work in a communal environment that includes common sleeping, eating, and restroom facilities.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Mobility: pulling and pushing objects, sitting, standing, walking on uneven or slippery surfaces, kneeling, bending, twisting, turning, stooping, squatting, stooping, climbing and working from ladders.
Lifting: perform tasks requiring strength and stamina, such as heavy lifting and moving equipment and objects weighing over 100 pounds.
Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading of gauges, documents and street maps, color and depth vision.
Dexterity: frequent grasping, holding and reaching, manual dexterity to use tools, assemble fittings and perform hose and ladder placement evolutions.
Hearing/Talking: verbal communication including projecting a voice that can be heard in a noisy environment, hearing and distinguishing various sounds, such as alarms, voices of coworkers and warning horns or sirens in both quiet and noisy environments.
Emotional/Psychological: frequent concentration and decision making, frequent public and coworker contact, ability to maintain high level cognitive, interpretive and judgment skills.
Environmental: willing to work in adverse conditions and life-threatening emergencies; subject to odors, dust, pollen, chemicals, skin irritants, fumes and solvents.

Responsibilities

Respond to fire alarms with assigned company; lay and connect hose; maintain pumping apparatus; hold nozzles and direct water streams; raise and climb ladders.
Operate all types of portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, smoke ejectors, salvage covers, forcible entry tools, aerial ladder equipment, emergency medical equipment, and other rescue equipment.
Provide basic life support while responding to emergency medical incidents, analyzing and initiating patient care until relieved by proper medical personnel.
Administer first aid; assist paramedics at medical emergencies; apply techniques for the control of bleeding; utilize immobilization techniques to stabilize patient.
Respond to hazardous materials incidents.
Participate in fire inspection activities and other fire prevention and public education activities as assigned; ensure that businesses are operating in compliance with the fire code; maintain appropriate records and files.
Monitor appropriate air traffic control frequencies and visually monitor the airfield during times that the FAA tower is closed, but commercial flights are scheduled to either arrive or depart.
Inspect aircraft ramp and refueling operations at the airport.
Perform airfield and runway inspections on weekends and holidays, as required.
Participate in the Fire Prevention program, providing various public relations services, including facility tours, High School Career Day, Neighborhood Watch programs, and public education seminars.
Participate in fire drills; serve as drill instructor as assigned; attend training sessions, including firefighting techniques, emergency medical care, and the proper use of all equipment and related tools.
Clean apparatus and equipment and perform general custodial duties as required.
Assist in maintaining pre-fire plans; update maps as required.
Respond to public complaints regarding weed abatement and fire and safety hazards.
Issue bicycle licenses.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.
Perform related duties as assigned.