CITY OF PASADENA Department of Human Resources 100 N. Garfield Ave., Rm S135, P. O. Box 7115 Pasadena, CA 91109-7215 (626) 744-4366 cityofpasadena.net/humanresources INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Firefighter Trainee An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY $4,121.73 /Month OPENING DATE: 07/18/13 CLOSING DATE: 08/01/13 THE POSITION The City of Pasadena is looking for Firefighter Trainees-- come build your career with a great city! Small enough to provide a hometown feeling but big enough to offer interesting and varied work. Our Fire Department is top-notch - come get mentored, coached and trained by the best! Click the link for details about the Pasadena Fire Department pfdrecruitment MUST APPLY ON LINE. DO NOT SUBMIT CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME. Firefighter Trainee: During four month training $4,121.73 /mo. (No benefits) Upon graduation: Firefighter I $4,222.24 - $4572.26 - $5296.96 (with benefits, 18 month probation) Completing probation: Firefighter II $5,753.60 - $6,089.98 - $6,432.80 - $6762.70 Written examination: August 19, 2013 (Top scores will be the initial group that proceed to the oral examination) Oral examinations: September 9, 2013 through September 13, 2013 (Required certificates will be collected if available) Click here for Firefighter Trainee Information Sheet ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Upon successful completion of the Basic Training Drill Tower Academy, a Firefighter I is an entry level position designated for advancement to Firefighter II which is the journey level position. A Firefighter I is trained to perform the full range of fire safety activities, including: lay hose; set up ladders; operate Fire Department equipment; conduct rescue and salvage work; administer first aid and assist in medical incidents; perform basic fire prevention and code enforcement duties, including life safety inspections; perform support and maintenance activities such as servicing fire hydrants, fire equipment maintenance and repair, and station and grounds maintenance; keep abreast of current fire fighting methods and operations, city geography, and departmental policies and procedures; conduct public education and information activities including assisting in the preparation and dissemination of informational materials and making public presentations; perform vehicle and apparatus repair and maintenance;may operate fire apparatus and perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES COMPETENCIES Trainable - Ability to be trained, instructed and supervised in all aspects of fire suppression, fire prevention, and emergency medical procedures; EMT-D certification -- successfully complete the EMT-D certification process; Cooperation / Interpersonal skills -- ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships in a community living environment and with the public. Physical abilities -- Possess the physical endurance and ability to perform a wide variety of strenuous fire suppression activities, to lift heavy loads, bend in all directions, climb ladders and poles, squeeze with arms and hands, pull and lower heavy loads, operate machinery using hands and legs, and work outdoors in all kinds of weather. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, 18 years of age or older at time of appointment, a valid Class C Driver’s License. The following certificates are not required at the time of filing or throughout the examination process. However upon passing all examinations, your name will not be certified to the Fire Department until both certificates have been received. 1) A current California issued EMT-B Certification or a current National Registry EMT- Basic certification that is eligible for California certification. 2) Biddle or CPAT physical ability certificate issued within 12 months. Desired qualifications: California State Paramedic License or A.A. or A.S in Fire Science or California State Fire Fighter I certificate. ELIGIBILITY Candidates will be required to undergo a thorough background and medical review including psychological screen and drug test. Candidates who have a California State Paramedic’s License may be certified separately from other candidates based upon departmental needs. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Candidate must be a non-smoker and remain a non-smoker for period of employment. Paramedic certified candidates must maintain paramedic certification for period of employment. New hires may be required to obtain state of California Paramedic training and certification. APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: cityofpasadena.net/humanresources EXAM #14-009 TS Human Resources - City of Pasadena, California cityofpasadena.net Once referred to as “personnel”, the role and functions of Human Resources have rapidly expanded, partly in response to regulatory requirements affecting employers---to include such responsibilities as equal employment
Posted on: Thu, 25 Jul 2013 23:38:54 +0000
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