Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $94,237.03 - $130,406.95
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The City of San Marcos Fire Department is a reputable municipal agency dedicated to providing exceptional fire protection, emergency medical services, and rescue operations to the residents and businesses within the City of San Marcos and its surrounding areas. Known for its commitment to community safety and proactive fire prevention programs, the department operates with an integrated team of highly trained firefighters, paramedics, and support personnel who work diligently to protect life and property. With a strong emphasis on continuous training, professional development, and innovative firefighting tactics, the San Marcos Fire Department is a respected public safety organization that embraces... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be a regular full-time City employee who has passed the original probationary period or at-will full-time City employee with twelve months of consecutive employment
- must be a San Marcos Fire Department Certified Driver Operator or equivalent
- must have completed education and training in fire hydraulics, apparatus and equipment, or completed Driver Operator 1A and 1B
- must have a minimum of two years firefighting experience with San Marcos Fire Department or three years full-time firefighting experience with a structural fire protection fire department
- must have a valid California Driver License - Class C with Firefighter Endorsement
- must possess State of California/National Registry EMT or Paramedic License
- must have San Diego County EMT or EMT-P Accreditation
- must maintain current CPR Certificate, BLS-C
- must hold California State Firefighter I and II Certificates
- must have Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational Certificate
- all fire service employees hired after July 1, 1992 must be non-smokers
- must have no felony convictions
- must be able to work a 56-hour workweek
- must maintain satisfactory DMV driving record
- must live within Department residency boundary within one year of appointment
- must reside within 275 miles of San Marcos
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of firefighting and EMS procedures and equipment
- knowledge of fire ground tactics and strategy
- understanding of emergency incident management and Incident Command System
- knowledge of incident safety principles
- knowledge of automatic and mutual aid agreements
- knowledge of hazardous materials incident procedures and confined space rescue techniques
- knowledge of fire prevention procedures and related codes
- knowledge of rescue operations
- knowledge of California vehicular laws related to firefighting apparatus operation
- knowledge of mechanical operation and maintenance of pumping engines
- understanding of safety principles in fire service
- knowledge of department policies and city regulations
- knowledge of city geography and street layout
- knowledge of laws pertaining to fire and EMS operations
- ability to perform under pressure
- ability to make accurate observations and rapid judgments
- ability to operate fire apparatus efficiently
- ability to follow instructions with minimum supervision
- ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing
- ability to prepare reports
- ability to work cooperatively in a team
- ability to maintain physical endurance and agility
- ability to establish effective working relationships
- appreciation of cultural diversity
Job Duties
- Responds to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, and other emergency calls to protect life and property
- drives, operates, and maintains fire apparatus
- participates in fire training, fire prevention, public education, and station and equipment maintenance activities
- performs first aid and life saving duties by supporting and assisting paramedics
- sets ladders, operates fire streams, ventilates and enters burning structures to extinguish fires and perform rescues
- operates pneumatic and auxiliary equipment
- performs mathematical calculations to assess hydraulic flows
- conducts salvage and overhaul operations during and after fires
- cleans and maintains fire station and apparatus
- performs fire prevention and pre-fire planning inspections
- participates in drills and training activities
- updates station bulletin boards and maps
- presents programs and participates in public relations programs
- operates fire and rescue apparatus safely
- performs other related duties as required
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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