Reserve Firefighter (Volunteer)

City of Atwater • Fire Station 42, CA

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About The Position

This is a volunteer, unpaid position. The City of Atwater may provide payment for confirmed structure fires to which a Reserve Firefighter responds while completing station standby time. Reserve Firefighters may also receive compensation when assigned to an engine company on a campaign fire or another large incident in California; compensation for these special assignments is defined by CAL OES.

Under general supervision, the Reserve Firefighter supports firefighting and rescue operations in response to fires, disasters, and other emergencies to protect life and property, and performs related work as required. The role works in a protective service capacity and may involve dangerous or threatening conditions. It requires working cooperatively and living in close proximity to others over extended periods, meeting mental and physical agility standards, and successfully completing and maintaining required training. Training and standards must be completed within one year of appointment to maintain City employment. The position requires sound judgment to safeguard the public interest. It is non-exempt and unrepresented, and is not a supervisory classification.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old by the date of appointment.
• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Successfully complete the Atwater City Fire Department Probationary Task Book.
• Complete required training and meet mental and physical standards within one year of appointment, and maintain the required training.
• Ability to work under adverse conditions involving substantial physical exertion and to perform firefighting and disaster-response tasks in hazardous or dangerous conditions.
• Ability to perform activities including kneeling, climbing, walking, running, standing, sitting, and heavy lifting.
• Ability to cope with stressful situations firmly and tactfully while respecting individual rights; evaluate situations and respond appropriately.
• Effective verbal and written communication, and ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with coworkers and people from varied racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
• Meet grooming and health standards to safely wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Visual, odor, and sound sensory perception sufficient for the position.
• Knowledge of Atwater geography; techniques for dealing with people during hostile emergency situations; work safety practices; first aid; modern office methods and procedures; Fire Department policies and functions; and proper operation and care of City telephone and radio equipment.
• Physical capacity to lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance and sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period.
• Maintain corrected hearing and vision within the normal range.

Responsibilities

• Support firefighting and rescue operations during fires, disasters, and other emergency incidents.
• Suppress structure and wildland fires, including laying and coupling hose and using portable fire extinguishers.
• Climb and move ladders and use firefighting and rescue tools as prescribed.
• Assist with rescue operations, ventilation, entry, salvage, and overhaul at structure fires.
• Assist with emergency lifesaving activities, medical aids, and patient extrication at vehicle accidents.
• Maintain fire apparatus and equipment, as well as the fire station and grounds.
• Participate in continuing training, individual study, scheduled drills, and classes.
• Study City geography, fire hazards, and available resources.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED