Reserve Firefighter - Volunteer Position

About the role

To assist Fire Personnel with a variety of day-to-day work including emergencies such as fire alarms, rescue calls, and local disasters; fire prevention and inspections; and public education and outreach.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire alarms, hazardous materials incidents, rescues, and other emergency operations as requested.
• Aid at the scene of fires and other emergencies with suppression, evacuation, crowd control, mop-up, and other related functions.
• Operate a variety of firefighting equipment.
• Lay hose at fire scenes.
• Aid at the scene of vehicle accidents.
• Provide emergency medical assistance for the injured and ill.
• Test fire equipment including fire hoses and hydrants.
• Clean and maintain station living areas.
• Participate in training sessions and emergency assistance drills.
• Use machine hand tools, carpenter's tools, breathing apparatus, axes, shovels, chain saws and extrication equipment.
• Assist with the inspection of structures and facilities to assure compliance with fire and building code regulations.
• Assist with public education presentations and programs.
• Maintain logs and records.
• Drive emergency equipment.
• Interact politely and effectively with the public.
• Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid California Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card, issued within the twelve (12) months prior to the date of application.
• Current State of California EMT-Basic card or a current National Registry EMT certificate.
• Ability to pass entry level exam.
• Ability to pass CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test).
• Ability to pass a background and medical screening.
• Completion of 40-hour basic firefighter training and related written skills test.
• Attend one (1) three-hour training per month and regular training sessions and meetings scheduled by the Fire Department.
• Ability to work quickly and calmly in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to respond to emergencies and use all emergency apparatus and equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, around machines, and to climb and descend ladders.
• Vision to discern colors and assess emergency situations, including medical incidents, and to read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone or radio.
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned apparatus and equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, objects, and individuals necessary to perform job functions.

Skills

• Knowledge of fire safety codes and ordinances.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to operate a variety of fire suppression equipment.
• Ability to drive emergency rescue vehicles as required.
• Ability to fight fires using correct methods and techniques.
• Ability to learn and practice safe work habits.
• Ability to engage in strenuous physical activity during emergency situations.

Benefits

• No compensation for service.
• Reimbursement for personal costs associated with services performed.
• Uniforms and safety equipment provided.

Pay

Reserve Firefighters shall not be compensated for their service and serve at their own volition. Stipends range from $16 - $96 per hour depending on the length of the assignment.

Schedule

Reserve Firefighters are expected to attend one (1) three-hour training per month and regular training sessions and meetings scheduled by the Fire Department.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Seaside provides outstanding services to the public and is deeply committed to a community and workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including underrepresented minorities that contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. The City of Seaside does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group of class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Application Instructions

Your application must be properly filled out and include three professional references (include names and phone numbers of present and past supervisors or managers, or persons for whom you have directly provided services, not peers).

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application.

I understand that my application may be rejected if incomplete or if I fail to provide any of the information listed above.

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