Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid sick leave
Flexible Schedule
Career development opportunities
Physical fitness programs
Professional training
Job Description
The City of Oceanside is proud to introduce the Oceanside Fire Department Hand Crew Program, also known as the Fire Mountain Crew. This program is a pioneering three-year pilot initiative designed to develop a highly trained and versatile workforce dedicated to supporting local fuels reduction projects, community wildfire preparedness, and statewide fire suppression efforts. The Oceanside Fire Department operates from City Hall at 300 North Coast Highway in Oceanside, CA, and is committed to fostering community resilience through proactive wildfire prevention and emergency response services.
This employment opportunity pertains to the position of Fuels Crew Member within the Fire Dep... Show More
This employment opportunity pertains to the position of Fuels Crew Member within the Fire Dep... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire
- graduation from high school or equivalent
- possession of a valid California driver's license
- willingness to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays
- ability to perform physically strenuous tasks under extreme environmental conditions
- capability to work flexible schedules including long shifts up to 24 hours
- able to lift up to 50 pounds unaided and up to 100 pounds with assistance
- pass background and medical examinations
- availability for assignments lasting two weeks or more
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- six months of part-time or full-time work experience preferred
- valid California driver's license with satisfactory driving record
- basic knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations
- familiarity with English usage including spelling, grammar, and punctuation
- basic computer skills
- ability to operate hand and power tools and perform minor maintenance
- current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross CPR certification preferred
- certifications in Incident Command (IS-100) and Wildland Fire Service (S-130) desirable
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
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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