Job Description
Salary : $78,595.00 - $98,154.00 Annually
Location : Montebello, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FY24-25
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 07/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD This recruitment is a
continuous recruitment and may close at any time
. All applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as this recruitment may close at any time without notice TESTING: INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED, ON AN ONGOING BASIS. ORAL EXAMINATION: TBD PARADEMIC SKILLS TESTING/EXAMINATION: TBD A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:
- A completed City of Montebello on-line employment application via NEOGOV.
- Current and valid Picture Identification.
- Copy of State certified Fire Academy Diploma or Firefighter 1 Certificate (or State equivalent if not California).
- Copy of current California State Paramedic License (or, if not California, a State equivalent accompanied with a Current National Registry Certificate).
- A copy of your High School diploma or equivalent (highly desirable)
- Proof of successful completion of a Biddle Physical Ability Test or PAT (dated within twelve months of application submittal date).
JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, to perform a wide variety of firefighting and emergency service duties; to perform fire inspections and prevention work; to perform station and equipment maintenance; to undergo continued training in firefighting and emergency service work; to perform special assignments as delegated; and to perform related work as required.
This is the first working level for City firefighting and emergency service assignments. Incumbents are expected to become capable of and proficient at performing a wide range of normal firefighting and emergency response duties. Incumbents are also expected to become capable of and proficient at performing paramedic duties if assigned.
Responds to fire and emergency alarms; drives vehicles; lays and connects hoses; holds nozzles and directs fog or water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, line, and other equipment; ventilates burning buildings to deal with emergency situations; removes persons from danger; administers first aid and/or emergency medical services to injured persons; performs clean-up and salvage operations; may be specially assigned to paramedic rescue squad duty, responding to a variety of calls requiring the performance of special rescue and emergency medical assistance; maintains oxygen breathing equipment, resuscitation equipment, and other rescue equipment; participates in demonstrations of accident prevention, rescue, and first aid; performs regular station and equipment maintenance work; cleans living quarters, maintaining them in a clean and orderly condition; tests fire hydrants, reviews and receives training in Fire Department rules and regulations, fire hazards, firefighting techniques, and emergency service procedures; participates in training exercises; performs fire inspection and prevention work; may meet the public, making presentations to further Department public relations; may assume the duties of a Fire Engineer in an Engineer's absence or in a training capacity.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.
- Possession of requisite Emergency Medical Technician 1-A certification.
- Possession of a First Responder certification.
- Possession of a California State Fire Marshal Haz-Mat First Responder Certificate.
- Possession of a Consolidated Physical Ability certificate (PAT) at time of appointment.
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. is desirable. Completion of State certified fire academy is required for permanent appointment.
Work Background: Some experience in fire and emergency service work is highly desirable.
Knowledge of: - Basic knowledge of methods and principles of fire suppression, fire investigation, fire prevention, emergency medical response, and hazardous material control
Ability to: - Understand and act in accordance with Department policy, rules, and regulations.
- Learn a variety of firefighting, emergency service, and rescue methods, duties, and techniques.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations and work under pressure.
- Assist with fire inspection and prevention activities.
- Interpret, explain, and apply fire codes and regulations.
- Learn and perform special assignments as delegated.
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Meet established standards of physical endurance and agility.
- Effectively represent the fire service functions of the Department with the public.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
PLEASE NOTE: As of August 24, 2021, the City of Montebello implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before starting work. The City encourages applicants to get a free vaccination at a place of their choice or at any walk-in clinic. A candidate's vaccination status will be reviewed as part of the post-offer pre-employment physical examination. Request for exemptions to the mandatory vaccination policy may be submitted for a medical or sincerely held religious belief and will go through a determination process.
The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
- CalPERS 3% @ 50 or 2.7% @ 57, depending on member status
- Classic member employees pay 9% of member contributions to CalPERS, plus an additional 3% of pensionable income
- New CalPERS members pay 14.25% toward their CalPERS retirement
- 12 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage. maximum paid by City is $1,090/per month towards full family coverage.
- Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan
- $30,000 term life insurance
- 12 paid Holidays
- up to 144 Vacation leave hours
- up to 144 Sick leave hours
- Up to $1,500 per year tuition reimbursement
- Deferred compensation plan available
- Annual leave cash out or deferred comp conversion
- Bilingual pay $150/month
- Retiree Medical Health Benefit
- Uniform Allowance--$750/year
- City-paid Long Term Disability Program
- Longevity Pay (includes prior agency Fire Safety work experience)
- Education Incentive:
- $250/mo FF I Cert. or AA/AS degree
- $400/mo FF II Cert. or BA/BS degree
- $600/mo Company Officer Certificate
City of Montebello, CA
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Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area,