Firefighter / Paramedic

JOB
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM POSITION: Under direct supervision will perform a myriad of firefighting and EMS skills including responding to structure fires, wildland fires, vehicle accidents and medical emergencies. May be assigned to an ALS ambulance. Participates in all fire suppression, prevention, and public education activities; performs station, equipment and apparatus maintenance; participates in training activities and other related duties as required. SCHEDULE: 56-hour work week (Kelly); during recruit academy schedule is a 40-hour work week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: •18 years of age or older at time of hire•Possess a high school diploma or equivalent•Possess a CA Class C driver license•CA Paramedic licensure with San Diego County accreditation Paramedic Accreditation (SD County) orcurrently participating in the paramedic clinical or field internship portionof a paramedic training program (accreditation is required at time of hire)•Possess the physical abilities to perform the duties identified in the NFPA1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualification•Must have CPAT or Biddle certification (at time of application or time of first interview) HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: •CA State Fire Marshal FireFighter I Certificate or completion of anaccredited academy (Not required, but highly desirable)•Associate degree in Fire Science (Not required, but highly desirable) TESTING PROCESSThe applications submitted will be screened and the most qualified applicants will be invited to our testing process which may include the following components: •Written test (including San Diego protocols)•Oral interview•Skills assessment, including patient assessment (using San Diego protocols) TENTATIVE SELECTION SCHEDULE AND PROCEDURE1. Application Deadline – Wednesday, April 1 at 12:00 PM2. Testing & Oral Interview (1st Round): Wednesday, April 8th and Thursday, April 9th3. Chiefs Interview: Tuesday, April 14th and Thursday, April 16th4. Job Offers Extended and Background Process Begins: Week of April 20th5. Anticipated Hire Date: June 20266. Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to complete and pass all areas of a conditional offer which may include drug screening, physical, backgrounds, psychological evaluation, and fingerprinting.*Interview schedule may be subject to change Essential Job FunctionsThe following are the typical duties performed by employees in this classification. However, this job specification is intended to identify essential functions and requirements of the job and should not be considered all-inclusive. Responds to emergency medical situations and convalescent (non-emergency) medical situations in a wide variety of settings ranging from apartments to wild land firesResponds to both ALS, advanced life support, and BLS or basic life supportAs needed, extricates persons from vehicles, buildings or other structures, transfers persons on a gurney to the ambulance, may also transport patients to the hospitalsResponsible for transporting patients in a helicopter on occasionRestrains uncooperative patients using soft and leather restraintsRestocks the unit with medical supplies such as IV’s, Oxygen, medications, linen, etc.Performs firefighting activitiesControls and extinguishes structural and wild land fires to protect lives and property.Responds to the fire alarm by donning protective clothing and driving the paramedic unit to the emergency siteAs needed, dons additional gear at the site such as a breathing apparatus, etc.Selects the appropriate hose and assists to hook up hoses to the hydrant or pump on the apparatus.Monitors and controls water flow on hoses throughout a fireAssists to extend hose lines to the site as neededAs needed, handles hazardous materials at sites by identifying materials, evacuating individuals from the area, and isolating the materialsAfter the fire is resolved, assists to roll up hoses and drives the ambulance or other vehicle back to the stationAssists to wash and hand up the fire hoses to dry on the hose tower at the stationCleans the firefighting gear at the station after a fire ambulanceResponds to miscellaneous public service calls such as handling transients, vacuuming water from residences, etc.Notifies and waits for the arrival of law enforcement personnel if a weapon is involved at the scenePerforms maintenance of the apparatusPerforms vehicle inspection by checking motor, engine, lights, oil, and water levels, etc.Ensures that the apparatus is always in complete readiness for emergenciesPerforms minor repairs to apparatus such as replacing light bulbs, etc.Maintains and performs minor repairs on firefighting equipmentReports detected repair needs to the mechanicAssists mechanic in all repairs to apparatus as time allowsParticipates in scheduled station and outside ground maintenanceCleans inside areas of the fire stationPerforms outside ground maintenance such as mowing the lawn, weeding, raking leaves, trimming shrubs and trees, etc.As needed performs painting, roof repairs, window replacement, structural repairs, etc.Performs commercial building inspections to inform businesses of fire codes and fire hazards and become acclimated to the physical layout of the buildingRecommends corrective measures for fire hazards.Performs hydrant maintenance by checking valves and seals, checking to ensure that water flows properly, etc.Participates in training drills and evaluations a minimum of 2 hours dailyParticipates in public education activities such as: conducting station tours, participating in Fire Awareness week in October; and performing other public education activities as requestedParticipates in voluntary physical training to maintain physical fitness. Two hours per shift is allowed for this training.Attends scheduled meetings and in services.As required, if on the eligibility list, assumes the role as captain in the event of the captain’s absence. QualificationsKnowledge of: Proper methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in firefighting principles of fire suppression and preventionAppropriate safety precautions and proceduresLaws, ordinances, and codes governing ParamedicsDiagnostic signs and treatments for injury and illness as described in the State and County Scope and Practice guidelinesMedical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and prescription drugs Skills and Abilities to: Read, understand, and apply technical firefighting materials and conceptsRespond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressuresPerform routine administrative functionsPerform Basic Life Support/Advanced Life Support functions in accordance with established procedureOperate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practicesUnderstand and carry out oral and written instructionsEstablish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of workRead, write and speak the English LanguageBasic math skillsBasic mechanical relationshipsSimple record keeping methodsLead, assign, train, and review the work of othersDeal effectively with officials and representatives of other agencies, jurisdictions, and the public All material received in this application and testing process will remain confidential. The Lakeside Fire Protection District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, political or religious affiliation, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, or other functional limitation as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act except where a bona fide occupational qualification(s) so dictates. DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. The District may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate.