Fire Engineer presso City of Selma, CA

About the Department

PURPOSE
Under general supervision, performs specialized firefighting work involving the operation and maintenance of fire apparatus and firefighting equipment; responds to emergency calls, protects life and property; and performs related duties as assigned.

Tentative Schedule for Qualified Candidates

Candidates who meet all qualifications will be invited to participate in the following selection process:

• Written Test
  Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
  Time: 10:00 AM
  Details: Specific instructions and location will be provided to qualified candidates.

• Manipulative Tests & Panel Interview
  Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
  Details: Candidates will undergo hands-on assessments followed by a panel interview.
  Note: Panel interviews may continue into December; exact dates will be communicated in advance.

DISTINGUISHINGCHARACTERISTICS
The classification of Fire Engineer is a full working level class within the fire series. Incumbents in this class are expected to follow direct instruction and guidance while performing the full range of duties. Instructions are frequently general rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines which require previously gained knowledge and skill.

This class is distinguished from the next higher-level class of Fire Captain in that the latter has full supervisory responsibility over an assigned company or station. It is further distinguished from the lower-level class of Fire fighter in the atthelatter’sprimaryfunctionis that off ightingfires and providing emergency medical service without responsibility and operation of the fire engine and auxiliary equipment.

SUPERVISIONRECEIVEDANDEXERCISED
Incumbents work under general supervision and incumbent’s assignments, work methods, and sequence of steps are generally outlined or explained within defined protocol. Qualified incumbent’s may be assigned as temporary “Officer-In-Charge” (OIC) when the assigned Captain is off duty.

Employees in this class typically report to a Fire Captain.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific duties will depend upon work assignment. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1. RespondstoalarmsfromtheSafetyDispatcherforfire,accident,emergencyrescues and public service calls.
2. Operatesfireengines,ambulances,andrelatedfireequipment.
3. Locatesequipmentintheproperplaceforefficientoperationsatthefirescene.
4. Respondstoemergencysituationsandtakeschargeuntilanofficerarrivesonscene.
5. Performsavarietyofroutinestationmaintenance,inspection,minorrepairofequipment, and preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles or equipment.
6. Cleansfirestationquartersandequipmentandmaintainsstationinacleanandorderly condition.
7. StudiesandreviewsFireDepartmentrulesandregulations,firehazardandfirefighting techniques.
8. Conductsandparticipatesinfiredrills,firetrainingsessionsandexercises,andotherfire prevention activities.
9. ActsasOfficer-In-ChargeintheabsenceofaCaptain,asneededandwhenauthorized.
10. Performsrelateddutiesasassigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

1. Methods, practices, and techniques of fire and life safety, fire prevention, fire suppression, emergency medical response, emergency planning, and other fire service- related activities.
2. Firefightingmethods,techniques,andtheoperationandmaintenanceoffirefighting vehicles and other equipment.
3. Basicprinciplesofhydraulics,pumps,fireapparatus,andtheirapplicationtofire suppression.
4. Localgeography,majorstructures,andthelocationofwatermainsandfirehydrants.
5. FireDepartmentpolices,rules,instructions,andpertinentFederal,State,locallaws, codes, and regulations.
6. Firstaidprinciples,practices,andtechniques.
7. Engineandnozzlepressurescomputation.

Ability to:

1. Understand oral and written instructions and act in accordance with department policy, rules and regulations.
2. Driveafireengineandambulancesafelyinemergencysituationsinaccordancewith traffic laws and ordinances regarding emergency vehicles.
3. Analyzetrafficsituationsandtakethesafestandmosteffectivecourseofaction.
4. Computeengineandnozzlepressuresandoperatepumpingequipment.
5. Communicateandapplyfiresafetycodesandregulations.
6. Thinkandactquicklyinemergencysituations.
7. Maintaincooperativeworkingrelationshipswithotherteammembers,police,andgeneral public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
The equivalent of two (2) years of full-time progressively responsible experience performing duties comparable to a Firefighter in the City of Selma.
Education: 
GraduationfromhighschoolorpossessionofGED.

LicensesandCertifications:

• PossessionandmaintenanceofavalidClassCCaliforniaDriver’sLicensewitha Firefighter’s endorsement, and a satisfactory driving record.
• PossessionofavalidHealthcareProviderCPRcertification.
• PossessionofavalidCCEMSAEMTCertificationorParamedicLicense
• PossessionofaFireApparatusDriver/Operator1A&1BcertificationfromtheCalifornia State Fire Marshal
• PossessionofaFireFighterIIcertificatefromtheCaliforniaStateFireMarshal

SPECIALREQUIREMENTS
MedicalExamination/DrugTest
If considered for appointment, candidates may be required to pass a medical examination and a drug test.
Background
Ifconsideredforappointment, candidatesmayberequiredtopassabackgroundinvestigation, whichmayincludeacriminalhistorycheckforjob-relatedconvictions,fingerprinting,polygraph test, psychology exam and drug use history.

WORKING CONDITIONS 
The conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfullyperformtheessentialfunctionsofthisclass.Reasonableaccommodationsmaybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands 
Mustpossessmobility,physicalstrength,andstaminatorespondtoemergencysituationsand use all emergency apparatus and equipment; perform arduous physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines, and to climb and descend ladders; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to discern colors and assess emergency situations, including medical incidents, to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person andover the telephone or radio.

This is predominantly a field classification that requires operating in emergency situations and identifying and assessing problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, operate standard office equipment, and to operate above-mentioned apparatus and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites, and push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials, objects, and individuals necessary to perform job functions.

Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this job, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information, and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people and situations; learns and applies new information and skills; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work.

Work Environment
Employees work primarily in the field and may be exposed to extreme noise, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, substantial heights, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances, and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and members of the public in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

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