Firefighter Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must have basic knowledge of Firefighting, theories and concepts in the field and their practical applications to problems and situations ordinarily encountered including:
• Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Firefighter 1 skills.
• Successful Completion of CSFM Firefighter 1.
• Must have a current CPAT or Biddle.
• Medical treatment up to par with San Diego protocol.
• Capable in most aspects of emergency care, firefighting and rescues.
• Techniques used to recognize health and safety hazards;
• Working with hazardous materials and able to successfully contain and clean and mitigate disposal methods.
• Safe operation of tools and machinery;
• Use of computer software programs (MS Office, iOS applications).
• Must have the ability to provide solutions to routine technical problems.
• Must be able to render aid on medical and trauma emergencies including treatment and turn over to a higher level of medical authority if needed
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written applications in order to successfully interact with other firefighters, employees and management.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire and emergency calls as a member of a fire company.
• Lays hose, carries and sets up ladders, and uses fire equipment to extinguish fires and make rescues.
• Administers first aid.
• Participates in pre-fire and fire prevention inspections.
• Participates in drills and training activities.
• Operates department emergency and non-emergency apparatus.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical & dental insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• flexible spending accounts/HSAs
• life and disability insurance
• company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• wellness coaching
• an onsite health services