Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
On-call
Benefits
Flexible Schedule
Career Development
Training opportunities
work outdoors
Physical fitness programs
team environment
Valuable fire service experience
Job Description
The Oceanside Fire Department Hand Crew Program, also known as the Fire Mountain Crew, is a dedicated and highly specialized pilot program designed to bolster wildfire preparedness, community resilience, and statewide fire suppression efforts throughout California. This three-year initiative demonstrates the City of Oceanside's proactive approach to addressing the critical challenges posed by increasing wildfire incidents and the growing need for effective fuels management and emergency response services. As a part-time, limited-term employment opportunity, this program offers individuals the unique chance to contribute directly to vital fire prevention and suppression work while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the fire service... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire
- equivalent to graduation from high school
- possession of a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
- physically capable of performing strenuous manual labor in rugged terrain and adverse weather
- willing to work flexible and frequently changing schedules including long shifts (up to 24 hours per day)
- able to work outdoors under extreme environmental conditions
- available for extended assignments (two weeks or longer)
- able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- able to follow oral and written instructions accurately
- capable of lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance
- able to pass background reference check including fingerprinting and medical examination
- drug screening may be required
Job Qualifications
- Equivalent to graduation from high school
- possession of a valid (California) driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
- current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross CPR card is preferred
- related certifications in Incident Command (IS-100) and Wildland Fire Service (S-130) are desirable
- six (6) months of part-time or full-time work experience is preferred
- ability to communicate effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing
- ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public
- ability to work effectively as part of a disciplined team
Job Duties
- Perform various types of semi-skilled labor in support of fire prevention activities
- cut and remove brush from roadsides, fire roads, and fuel breaks using hand and power tools
- serve as a crewmember on vegetation management projects involving chainsaws, chippers, and other tools
- clear, pile, and dispose of treated vegetation
- operate material handling equipment
- construct fire lines during vegetation fires using hand and power tools
- conduct mop-up and patrol operations
- collect data on fuel samples, fuel types, weather conditions, fire behavior, and work progress
- clean, maintain, recondition, and properly store tools and equipment
- perform minor maintenance and repairs on fire department equipment and vehicles
- conduct light facility maintenance, including landscaping, carpentry, masonry, paving, plumbing, fabrication, demolition, painting, and prep work
- operate vehicles and assist fire personnel with specialized equipment
- participate in flood control efforts, including trenching, sandbagging, and debris removal
- respond to non-wildfire and all-hazard incidents such as HAZMAT, search and rescue, as trained and qualified
- support fire department programs, including equipment management, billing, and fire cache supply logistics
- assist with administrative tasks, including reports, data entry, filing, inspections, training documentation, and research
- provide logistical support and instruction for fire-related trainings (e.g., wildfire suppression, incident management, first aid), as qualified
- be available for deployment to emergency worksites by ground or air (fixed-wing or rotary aircraft)
- participate in department physical fitness programs
- maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, city staff, and the public using good customer service principles
- perform related duties as assigned to support the mission of the Oceanside Fire Department
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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