FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC bei City of Montebello, CA
City of Montebello, CA · Montebello, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Montebello
About the Department
Under general supervision, to perform a wide variety of firefighting, emergency service and emergency medical duties; to perform fire inspections and prevention work; to perform special assignments as delegated; and to perform related work as required.
The is the second level for City firefighting and emergency medical service assignments. Incumbents are expected to be capable of and proficient at performing a wide range of normal firefighting, emergency service and emergency medical duties. Incumbents are also expected to perform patient care duties as a paramedic.
Position Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Organizational Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to qualify for the position.
Education:
- Graduation from high school or a G.E.D.
- AA/AS Degree or higher in fire science or closely related field is highly desirable.
- Successful completion of State certified fire academy is required.
- Successful completion of State certified Paramedic program is required.
Work Experience: Prior experience in fire and emergency service work is highly desirable.
Special Requirements:
- Possession of a California Class C driver’s license at time of application, must obtain Firefighter endorsement within 6-months of employment; must maintain said license in good standing throughout employment in this position.
- Possession of a current California Paramedic license (or equivalent) and certification from a recognized training program, at time of application and maintenance of said license in good standing throughout employment in this position.
- Must possess a National Registry and/or California State Paramedic (EMT-P) License, at time of application and maintenance of said license in good standing throughout employment in this position.
- Possession of a California State Fire Marshal Haz-Mat First Responder Certificate.
- Possession of a Consolidated Physical Ability certificate (CPAT) at time of appointment
- Methods and principles of fire suppression.
- Methods and principles of fire investigations.
- Methods and principles of fire prevention.
- Methods and principles of emergency medical response.
- Methods and principles of patient care.
- Methods and principles of hazardous material control.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations and work under pressure
- Assist with fire inspections and prevention activities.
- Interpret, explain and apply fire codes and regulations.
- Learn and perform special assignments as directed.
- Understand and carry out oral and written directives.
- Abide by City and Department Policies and Procedures.
- Meet and maintain established standards of physical endurance and agility.
- Effectively represent the fire service functions of the Department with the public.
- Establish and maintain effective cooperative working relationships.
- Work well with a diverse population.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Agree not to use tobacco products of any kind.
- Work in hazardous environments.
- Respond to emergencies at any hour.
- Work in a team setting.
Other Qualifications
The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.