Fire Equipment Operator

Description

**Promotional Opportunity**

Examples of Essential Functions

• Drive emergency apparatus and other emergency vehicles used in the transport of equipment and personnel in response to fire, rescue, emergency medical, hazardous material and other public service alarms.
• Respond to fires and other emergency or public assistance incidents in a timely, safe, and skilled manner and participate in the control through hose laying, ladder operation, ventilation, extinguishment, extrication, salvage, and other activities as part of a team effort.
• Operate pumps and other fire apparatus ensuring that water flows in sufficient quantity and pressure for application at the scene of fires and hazardous material incidents.
• Ensure apparatus and assigned equipment are response-ready.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain firefighting equipment and apparatus and is responsible for hose and other equipment being replaced on fire apparatus after being cleaned.
• Report malfunctioning apparatus and other equipment to a maintenance mechanic and supervisor.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance records of apparatus and equipment and conduct regular inspections to ensure the availability of adequate supplies and proper condition of fire suppression and emergency medical items; test and maintain firefighting and emergency medical equipment, preserving proper condition and suitability for service.
• Prepare and maintain records, maps, files, and reports.
• Administer basic and/or intermediate life support and first aid as needed; rescue those in need of aid.
• Ensure that assigned personnel perform duties and responsibilities in a safe and prudent manner that does not expose them or others to unnecessary harm or risk of on-the-job injury.
• Supervise activities at the scene of an emergency in the absence of a supervisor.
• Assist with maintaining the fire station in a clean and orderly condition.
• Inspect buildings, check fire escapes, exists, electric wiring and connections, and other possible fire hazards to determine compliance with pre-prevention codes and ordinances.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications must be met by the applicant by the date of examination (May 6, 2026).

Education:
High school diploma or the equivalent.

Experience:
Five years of full-time experience as a firefighter assigned to fire suppression operations with the City of Reno Fire Department or the Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

**Candidates must be a current Firefighter or Airport Firefighter with the City of Reno at the time of application through appointment to be eligible for promotion.

License:
Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada non-commercial Class B driver’s license with an “F” endorsement or higher, or a valid out-of-state driver’s license of equivalent or higher class and endorsement.

A copy of your driver’s license must be attached to this application or provided to the Office of the Civil Service Commission (11th floor Reno City Hall) no later than at the time of examination. Candidates who have not submitted this required documentation prior to the examination time will be required to show proof before being admitted to the examination. No post marks will be accepted.

Supplemental Information

To Apply:
You must submit your completed application online at www.reno.gov/jobs by April 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PT. Applications received after this deadline will be considered late and will not be accepted. If you experience difficulties submitting your application, you must contact Civil Service at 775-334-2223 prior to the above deadline (leave a message if after hours) to report the problem. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.

If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.

Application Preparation:
A complete application is required, including detailed work experience and education. Résumés may be submitted as supplemental information but will not be reviewed when determining minimum qualifications.

Examination Process:
Examination dates are for planning purposes and may change at the discretion of Civil Service or Reno Fire Department. This promotional testing process will require candidates to appear in person to participate.

Written Examination:

• Date: May 5, 2026
  • Timed Field Hydraulic Math - 30% of the written examination
  • Theoretical Math and Multiple Choice - 70% of the written examination
• Weight = 40% of final grade

• The practical examination is tentatively scheduled to take place between May 13, 2026 - May 22, 2026
• Candidates may be required to attend multiple days of practical testing
• Weight = 60% of final grade

• An optional in-person candidate orientation will be provided to all candidates on April 28 at 11 a.m. in the Station 15 Conference Room.

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Testing Accommodation:
We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing the Accommodation Request Form by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Contact Information:
Reports (Rule XV, Section 2)
Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of their current contact information including phone number, email, and mailing address.

Employee/Veteran Preference (In the Event of Tie Scores):
Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7):
If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans’ preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties. If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Seniority Points:
Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9b):
Reno Fire Department uniformed employees with the Fire Emergency Operations and Fire Community Risk Reduction programs shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

For each full year of continuous service completed after current minimum qualifications eligibility, up to a maximum of fifteen (15) years...0.2 points per year.

Seniority points for this recruitment:

• Do not begin at the date of hire
• Begin only after you have met all required minimum qualifications for the position
• Are awarded only for full years of service and not awarded for partial or fractional years

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