Firefighter/Paramedic

Classification Definition

To perform fire fighting, emergency medical response, and advanced life support activities to protect life and property; to respond to a variety of fire and emergency and non-emergency calls for service, including structure fires, traffic collisions, hazardous materials incidents, building collapses and wildland fires; to operate a variety of fire suppression and life-saving equipment; to perform station and equipment maintenance; and to perform a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Essential Duties and Responsiblities

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from an assigned Fire Captain or higher-level management staff.

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS-Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

1. Responds to fire and emergency alarms; performs all phases of fire suppression work; performs rescue, ventilation, overhaul, salvage and clean-up activities at fire scene; places fire hoses, sets ladders, operates fire streams, ventilates and enters burning structures to extinguish fires and rescue victims; operates pneumatic and auxiliary equipment such as generators or pumps; responds to hazardous materials incidents.

2. Provides emergency medical care and advanced life support as needed at fire and accident scenes which may include defibrillation, clearing airways, pulmonary ventilation, intubation, inserting IVs, splinting fractures, treating burns, performing CPR and administering medication; informs physicians of patient condition.

3. Prepares, submits, and maintains reports on fire suppression activities, incidents, and accidents, emergency medical service provision and other fire related information.

4. Performs station maintenance; maintains station living quarters in a clean and orderly condition; operates, inspects, and maintains ambulance and other fire equipment; performs minor repairs on apparatus or equipment inside and outside of facilities; orders necessary supplies.

5. Conducts and participates in training exercises; develops skills in fire suppression, medical aid, apparatus operation, and other related areas; conducts emergency medical technician classes and re-certifies participants.

6. Maintains records and logs of work completed and in progress; prepares statistical and analytical reports as required.

7. Stays current on new innovations relative to fire prevention and emergency medical services.

8. Participates in testing of a variety of Department equipment, including protective clothing and breathing apparatus.

9. Gives informative and educational tours of the fire station to school children and other citizens; explains the functions of the Fire department; participates in other public relations activities.

10. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Minimum requirements as a condition of hire:

Experience:

Training:

• High School diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized firefighter and emergency medicine/paramedic training.
• Successful completion of a California State Fire Marshal Accredited Basic Firefighter Academy or equivalent.
• Firefighters who have completed probation with a public agency, special district, state, or tribal fire department will be considered Lateral hires.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license. Must obtain an “F” endorsement within one year of employment.
• ICEMA accredited paramedic, or ability to achieve accreditation within 30 days of appointment.
• Valid Physical Ability (Biddle or CPAT) dated within 1 year of the recruitment closing date.
  • (Lateral hires do not require a physical ability test.)

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

Procedures and equipment used in modern fire-fighting, emergency medical, and paramedic response operations. Operational characteristics of fire suppression apparatus and equipment. Principles and practices of modern fire prevention and suppression. Advanced principles of emergency medical service provision, first aid, and life support. Methods and techniques of handling hazardous materials. Geography and street layout of the city and surrounding area. Basic methods of research and report preparation. Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations governing fire safety.

Ability to:

Operate and maintain associated fire suppression apparatus and equipment.

Perform a variety of fire suppression and emergency medical response activities, including administering advanced life support and responding to hazardous materials incidents.

Prepare a variety of technical and operational reports.

As assigned, drive a fire truck or ambulance safely in varying traffic and weather conditions.

Observe and follow safe fire-fighting work practices.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

Emergency fire fighting environment; exposure to airborne and bloodborne pathogens, heat, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, radiant energy, toxic materials and inclement weather conditions; hazards of emergency driving; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders and with water; work in confined spaces.

Physical Conditions:

Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Application Procedure: A City application form and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) MUST be submitted and received by the closing date. Please apply online at www.yourrialto.com. All other employment inquiries can be directed to The City of Rialto, Human Resources Department. 246 S. Willow, Rialto, CA 92376. Telephone: (909) 820-2540.

Selection Process: Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting.

Veterans Preference Credit Eligibility:Veterans of the armed forces, who have been discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable (Government Code: 18540.4), shall receive an additional five (5) points to their final examination score for ranking purposes only. This preference will apply only to the first appointment to any regular full-time City appointment. A copy of your valid DD214 must be submitted on or before the final filing date in order to be eligible for Veterans Preference Credit. For more information, please see the City's Veteran's Preference Policy. (Download PDF reader)

E-Verify: The City of Rialto is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.

This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.

According to the Rialto Professional Firefighters Local 3688 Memorandum of Understanding, in addition to the monthly salary, the City offers:

RETIREMENT benefits are provided to City employees by the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS), at 2.7% at age 57 formula.

CAFETERIA PLAN City's contribution to the Cafeteria Plan is $1,800 to go towards the employee's contributions for Health, Vision, and Dental insurance premiums for each employee of the unit.

LIFE INSURANCE provides a $150,000 double indemnity policy for employee plus dependent coverage ($10,000 for spouse and $5,000 dependent children.

BILINGUAL PAY is paid ($100 per month) to employees who successfully pass the bilingual proficiency examination for Spanish.

VACATION with pay of 6.47 hours per pay period is granted the first through the fourth year.

SICK LEAVE is accumulated at the rate of fourteen (14) hours per month for 56-hour/week personnel and ten (10) hours per month for 40-hour/week personnel. This amounts to one hundred sixty-eight (168) hours per year for 56-hour/week employees and one hundred twenty (120) hours per year for 40-hour/week personnel.

SPORTS CENTER usage has been made available; at no cost, to all employees as set forth in the usage guidelines. The facilities include weight room, racquetball and tennis courts, pool, sauna, and jacuzzi.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION is available to those employees who wish to supplement their retirement income. Money may be deducted from their checks and placed in a security plan without paying taxes on the amount until it is withdrawn. For employees with 10 years, the City shall pay $500/month toward deferred compensation plan. For employees with 5 years, the City shall pay $100/month toward deferred compensation plan.

Current Benefits/Incentives: Rialto Professional Firefighter Local 3688 MOU

EMERGENCY SERVICE: All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.