Fire Recruit, Firefighter I, Firefighter Ii
CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019
FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II
I. Position Identification:
A) Title: Fire Recruit, Firefighter I, Firefighter II
B) Bargaining Unit: Firefighters’ Association
C) Customary Work Hours: As outlined in the department schedule
D) Customary Work Days: As outlined in the department schedule
E) Reports To: Fire Captain, Battalion Chief
F) Directs the Work of: None
G) Required Response Time: Effective January 1, 2015, all employees hired or promoted into this classification who live outside a sixty (60) minute response time to Yuba City Fire Headquarters must, within six (6) months of hire date, establish and maintain a permanent residence within a geographic proximity that ensures a thirty (30) minute response time (under normal, non-peak driving conditions) to Yuba City Fire Headquarters. This response time requirement is considered a mandatory qualification for employment. Google Maps will be the measuring tool for determining geographical proximity.
H) Educational and/or Experience Requirements:
Any relevant combination of education and experience that would demonstrate the knowledge and skill outlined below is qualifying. A typical way of gaining the skills is:
Fire Recruit: Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to ensure the ability to read and write at a level for successful job performance; no experience required.
The Fire Recruit has twelve (12) months from date of hire to complete the following: CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 2 of 10
Firefighter I: Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to ensure the ability to read and write at a level for successful job performance; and completion of the training and testing requirements to perform as a Firefighter I.
Employees in this classification must have successfully completed the California State Fire Marshall Firefighter I Certification, and have a minimum of six (6) months of full time firefighting experience, not including intern hours.
The Firefighter I has twenty four (24) months from original date of hire to complete the following:
Firefighter II: Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to ensure the ability to read and write at a level for successful job performance; must have been in Firefighter I classification and successfully completed the training and testing requirements to promote to a Firefighter II.
A Firefighter 1 is required to have a valid and current Class B license or Class C license with Firefighter Endorsement or successfully complete the required classroom and behind the wheel Firefighter endorsement training and successfully pass the DMV written and Yuba City Fire Department behind the wheel testing process.
The Firefighter II has thirty six (36) months from original date of hire to complete the following:
Water Tender Driver: Completion of the training and testing requirements to work as a Water Tender Driver.
Acting Fire Apparatus Operator: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2015 into this classification must successfully complete the training and testing requirements to serve in an Acting Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO) capacity. This training includes, but is not limited to, the Acting FAO Manual, Yuba City Fire Department Policy and Procedures, Standard Operating Guidelines and City Rules and Regulations. Acting FAO training can be completed no sooner than the successful completion of the Fire Recruit/Firefighter I, Water Tender and after the Firefighter II Certification. The ability to serve as an Acting FAO, when needed, must be maintained with annual refresher training as outlined by the Training Committee and approved by the Fire Chief. The ability to serve as an Acting FAO, when needed, is considered a mandatory qualification for employment.
I) Licenses and/or Certificates Required:
A CPAT Card issued within the last 36 months, Firefighter I Certification, and a valid California Class C driver’s license. a valid State required CPR Certificate; a CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 3 of 10
valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician I (E.M.T.) Certificate or a valid State of California Paramedics Certificate.
II. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
III. Position Summary:
Under immediate supervision, follows orders and direction from the Fire Chief and/or his/her designee. Engages in firefighting and fire prevention activities in protecting life and property. Incumbent maintains fire apparatus, rescue vehicles and other firefighting equipment, participates in fire drills and studies firefighting techniques and performs other related work as required. Applicants are hired as Fire Recruits and must progress through the classification structure outlined below. Employees who fail to advance through all of the classification levels outlined below in thirty six (36) months total are subject to dismissal.
Fire Recruit:
This is the entry-level classification for the Fire Department employees. Employees in this classification work under close and continuous supervision performing a group of repetitive or closely related duties according to established procedures. Fire Recruits are considered to be on the first step of a training program (Firefighter I Manual). Individuals remain in this classification for a minimum of six (6) months. However, they are allowed up to twelve (12) months to successfully complete the required manual and pass the required testing to become a Firefighter I.
Firefighter I:
A Firefighter I works under immediate supervision and within a framework of established procedures. Firefighters I’s are considered to be on the second step of the training program (Firefighter II Manual). The training includes State and local training mandates, Yuba City Fire Department local conditions and completion of the California State Fire Marshal Prevention 1 class. Individuals may promote to the Firefighter II level once they have successfully completed the required manual and pass the required testing. However, they are allowed a maximum of twenty four (24) months from original date of hire to meet the requirements required to promote to Firefighter II.
Firefighter II:
A Firefighter II works under general supervision and within a framework of established procedures. Firefighter II’s are considered to be on the third step of the CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 4 of 10
training program which requires maintenance of Fire Recruit, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, State and Local training standards to maintain employment.
Water Tender Driver:
Upon completion of the Firefighter 1and II Manual the employee is required to complete the classroom and behind the wheel training requirements to be a Water Tender Driver (Water Tender Manual). The candidate must successfully pass all the manipulative and written test requirements in the Water Tender Driver Manual and all external DMV and internal DMV testing requirements. The Water Tender Driver requirement runs concurrent with the Firefighter I and II position and must be completed within thirty six (36) months from original date of hire.
Acting Fire Apparatus Operator:
This acting role applies to all employees hired into this classification on or after January 1, 2015. Upon completion of the Firefighter I, Firefighter II Manual and Water Tender Driver, a Firefighter II works under general supervision and within a framework of established procedures. Firefighter II’s are considered to have completed the third step of the training program. Firefighter II’s are required to complete the Acting Fire Apparatus Manual within thirty six (36) months from the original date of hire as a mandatory qualification for employment. This training includes, but is not limited to, the Acting FAO Manual, Yuba City Fire Department Policy and Procedures, Standard Operating Guidelines and City Rules and Regulations.
IV. Essential Functions:
Incumbents may be assigned to varying work schedules, weekend work and any schedule determined by the Fire Department in addition to being called back to work as needed by the City.
Fire Recruit:
1. Checks, maintains and wears breathing apparatus. 2. Cleans and maintains Fire Department vehicles. 3. Operates fire extinguishers. 4. Responds to fires, medical aids and other in progress emergencies. 5. Attends and participates in drills and training sessions. 6. Cleans, maintains and repairs buildings and grounds.
Firefighter I - additional duties to duties listed above:
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1. Carries, loads and unloads ladders from fire apparatus. 2. Studies fire control and strategy. 3. Performs ventilation. 4. Performs forcible entry. 5. Extinguishes fires. 6. Studies department rules, regulations and general orders. 7. Performs first aid and rescue services. 8. Uses, maintains and repairs miscellaneous tools and equipment. 9. Studies and practices safety procedures. 10. Operates base, mobile and portable radios.
Firefighter II - additional duties to duties listed above:
1. Conducts and participates in training drills. 2. Gives lectures. 3. Completes assigned collateral duties encompassing a wide range of activities as assigned by the Fire Chief. 4. Performs overhaul operations. 5. Knowledge of streets, block numbers, hydrant locations water supply and main sizes within their primary district; including main arteries, main cross streets and main block numbers in the other four (4) districts of the City. 6. Studies the location of sprinklered and hazardous buildings. 7. Performs resuscitation and defibrillation. 8. Inspects rubbish and burning complaints and issues burning permits. 9. Prepares written reports. 10. Performs fire prevention inspections and home safety inspections.
Water Tender Driver - additional duties to duties listed above:
1. Drives the Water Tender to the emergency scene. 2. Connects hose lines to the hydrant (or other water source) and Water Tender to fill the Water Tender. 3. Unloads the Water Tender Tank to a portable tank or another Fire Engine as needed. 4. Inspects and maintains the Water Tender, tools and equipment on the Water Tender. CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 6 of 10
5. Operates Water Tender and repairs fire department apparatus and other equipment.
Acting Fire Apparatus Operator - additional duties to duties listed above:
1. Safely drive fire apparatus to and from emergency situations. 2. Operate fire apparatus and other equipment.
V. Job Related and Essential Qualifications:
Note: The required level and scope of the following knowledge and skills relate to the level of the position as defined in the class characteristics.
Fire Recruit:
A. Knowledge of:
Department policies, rules and regulations. Department standard operating guidelines. City rules and regulations.
B. Skills at:
Promoting a customer service focus in forging cooperative public relations. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Safely operating vehicles, tools and equipment.
C. Ability to:
Demonstrate a high level of integrity and adheres to the departments mission, vision and standards of behavior. Identify with department and City goals and objectives and understand City priorities and needs. Maintain cooperative relationships with management and supervisors, other employees and those contacted in the normal course of work. Maintain a level of physical fitness that meets or exceeds the standards set forth in the Yuba City Fire Departments fitness standards.
Firefighter I - additional qualifications: CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 7 of 10
A. Knowledge of:
Rescue and first aid/life saving techniques. Proper lifting, carrying and climbing techniques. Use, purpose and maintenance of specialized equipment.
B. Ability to:
Learn the geography of the area. Learn firefighting techniques. Act in accordance with department rules, instructions and firefighting methods and techniques. Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Reinforce City’s customer service philosophy in the assignment of all department activities.
Firefighter II - additional qualifications:
A. Knowledge of:
Use, purpose and maintenance of specialized equipment. Firefighting, Incident Command System (ICS), rescue and 1st responder hazardous materials mitigation methods and techniques. Confined Space Awareness, Trench Rescue Awareness and Water Rescue Awareness. National Incident Management System (NIMS) Awareness.
B. Ability to:
Analyze driving situations and adopt an effective defensive course of action. Retain presence of mind in emergency situations. Learn and understand code enforcement practices and procedures. CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 8 of 10
Water Tender Driver - additional qualifications:
A. Knowledge of:
Use, purpose and maintenance of specialized equipment/inventory on the Water Tender.
B. Skills at:
Safely operating the Water Tender, tools and equipment.
C. Ability to:
Analyze driving situations and adopt an effective defensive course of action. Retain presence of mind in emergency situations.
Acting Fire Apparatus Operator - additional qualifications:
A. Knowledge of:
Use, purpose and maintenance of specialized equipment/inventory on Yuba City Fire Department Fire Engines (Aerial platform/truck excluded).
B. Skills at:
Safely operating the Yuba City Fire Department Fire Engines, tools and equipment under direct supervision (Aerial platform/truck excluded). Safely and effectively drive fire apparatus. Safely and effectively operate fire pumps.
VI. Physical Demands/Qualifications:
1. Ability to perform tasks requiring strength and stamina, such as lifting, moving, pushing or pulling equipment and objects. 2. Hearing sufficient to distinguish various sounds, such as alarms, voices of co- workers and warning horns or sirens in both quiet and noisy environments. 3. Hand and finger dexterity sufficient to grasp and use tools. CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 9 of 10
4. Visual acuity for depth perception, reading gauges, documents and street maps. 5. Verbal communication, including projecting a voice that can be heard in a noisy environment. 6. Work odd and irregular hours while maintaining a high level of cognitive, interpretive and judgment skills. 7. Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, climb, twist, crawl, kneel to perform site inspections and other related Fire duties. 8. Requires ability to stand, climb and walk for potentially long periods of time throughout the workday. 9. Requires ability to work in structural firefighting, vegetation fires, water rescues and hazardous material situations 10. Work in confined spaces. 11. Requires ability to ascend and descend stairs and ladders. 12. Work on slippery and uneven surfaces. 13. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. 14. Requires personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job assignments, weighing at least 50 pounds. 15. Perform heavy physical labor including lift to move weight up to 165 pounds with or without assistance. 16. Ability to push or pull up to 150 pounds with assistance. 17. Operate hand lines per Department Standard Operating Procedures for periods up to thirty (30) minutes while participating in structural fire suppression activities as required by emergency situations. 18. Operate hand lines per Department Standard Operating Procedures for periods up to one (1) hour while participating in wildlife/urban interfaces as required by emergency situations. NOTE: Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.
VII. Non-Physical Demands/Qualifications:
1. Communicate information clearly and effectively on a number of different levels, both verbal and written. 2. Demonstrate a high level of integrity. CITY OF YUBA CITY JUNE 2019 FIRE RECRUIT, FIREFIGHTER I, FIREFIGHTER II Page 10 of 10
3. Possess a valid California Class C driver’s license. In addition to a Class C license, the candidate is required to have a valid and current Class B license or successfully complete the required classroom and behind the wheel Firefighter endorsement training and successfully pass the DMV written and Yuba City Fire Department behind the wheel testing process.
VIII. Environmental Conditions:
1. Working conditions in the fire station and office are clean, well lit and free from extremes of temperature and humidity. 2. Working conditions in the field are subject to variations in temperature and may include wind, rain and other elements. The incumbent is subject to dust, pollen, chemicals, skin irritants, fumes, solvents and other factors such as odors.
IX. Other duties and requirements:
This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.