Firefighter/Paramedic

Job Description Job Description PALA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS

HUMAN RESOURCES 35008 Pala Temecula Rd. P.M.B. 50 Pala, CA 92059

Title

JOB DESCRIPTION

Firefighter/Paramedic

Department/Division

Fire Department

Salary

$91,000.00 Annual Salary / OT eligible

Status

Regular Full-time

Supervisor

Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineer

Subordinates

None

Benefits

401K Retirement Plan (Eligibility after (1) one-year service). Company

Matches half of employee’s contribution up to 7%

Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation Up to 13 days per year for FT employees

Sick Leave Up to 8 days per year for FT employees

Life Insurance The Company provides up to $25,000.00

Position Summary

Under supervision, to respond to fire alarms and other emergency calls for the protection of life and property; to render first aid lifesaving measures and perform related work as required.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Receives, transmits, and responds to alarms

Performs fire control activities and utilizes strategies in the areas of victim rescue, exposure tactics, ventilation, fire containment and extinguishment

Fights structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, vehicle and wildland fires and is sometimes required to make forcible entries

Inspects and maintains nozzles, appliances, fittings, hydrants, fire extinguishers, hand and power tools, ropes, emergency lighting equipment, generators, rescue and first aid and related equipment including fire protection systems

Operates fuel and oil pumps, building heating and cooling systems, cutting, boring and sawing tools, lighting, lifting and air moving equipment, various types of extinguishers, appliances, elevators, fire protection and escape systems, radio equipment and meters

Uses a variety of tools, ropes, knots, ladders, life lines, belts and couples; reels, unreels and carries hoses; connect nozzles and valve fittings

Extends and reduces hose lines; lays single and multiple hose lines; lays hoses and operates hose streams above and below street level; raises, climbs and works from extension ladders

Provides emergency care and treatment of fire and accident victims; lifts, carries and transports victims

Administers first aid to victims of accidents and fires; renders emergency medical aid as an EMT within a team consisting of a communicator and an attendant, examining victim, communicating vital medical data to medical personnel and administering medical treatment by established guidelines and the specific instruction of hospital medical personnel

Assists the public in a wide variety of emergency calls involving illness and urgent situations, and may need to assist in traffic control

Conducts fire drills and demonstrates fire equipment

Assists in the investigation of fire; writes fire alarm and various reports

Interprets federal, state, local and departmental rules and regulations; assists in the maintenance of fire station and grounds

Performs a variety of collateral administrative work involving fire prevention and suppression programs and engages in public information activities

Recommends purchase of firefighting equipment, physical fitness apparatus and station appliances; conducts fire prevention inspections of dwellings, public assemblies and commercial, industrial and government buildings and maintains an inventory of items

Identifies common, special, structural and panic hazards; interprets fire and building codes; issues orders to comply with such codes

Examines the storage, handling and use of flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials; makes recommendations regarding the correction of hazards

Operates Tribal vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practices

Performs related work as required

Knowledge, Skills, Certifications/License And Abilities

Knowledge of basic mathematics and mechanical relationships

Knowledge of record-keeping methods

Knowledge of the proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in firefighting

Knowledge of the general principles of fire suppression and prevention

Knowledge of advanced first aid and medical supplies

Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures

Knowledge of laws, ordinances and codes governing Emergency Medical Technicians

Knowledge of diagnostic signs and treatments for injuries and illnesses as described in the San Diego Protocols

Ability To Administer Lifesaving Procedures, Such As Giving Electric Shocks To The Heart (defibrillation) In Cases Of Cardiac Arrest, Paramedics Are Qualified To Use 'invasive' Clinical Techniques. These Include

Medical assistance at accidents, emergencies and other related incidents

Making diagnoses and giving emergency treatment to patients who are seriously ill or have life-threatening conditions

Applying splints to limbs, dressing wounds, administering pain relief and reading monitoring equipment

Inserting drips and fluids and using different equipment, including ventilators to assist breathing

Transporting patients needing skilled treatment while traveling by ambulance

Checking the efficiency of vehicles and equipment to maintain a state of operational readiness

Driving and crewing the ambulance or other rapid response vehicles

Assessing appropriate methods of conveying patients

Assisting with patient care in hospitals or health care centers

Intravenous injections

Administering other drug treatments

Inserting a tube into the throat (intubation)

Ability to provide medical aid by the established procedure

Ability to read, understand, and apply technical firefighting materials and concepts

Ability to respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities stated above and the ability to perform the duties of the position. A typical qualifying entrance background is journey-level experience performing firefighting work in a public agency.

Minimum Entry-Level Credentials

Valid California Driver's License

California State Paramedic Licensure

San Diego County Paramedic Accreditation

Valid ACLS certification

Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Healthcare provider certification

Approved California State Fire Marshall Fire Fighter I Certification

CPAT Required. Must obtain within 3 months of submitting resume. Must have prior to hire.

FF-I and FF-II (Highly desirable)

FEMA ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800 certification

Must possess and maintain a Class C California Driver's License (in good standing). The license will be confirmed through the Pala MVR system.

Must successfully pass a Fingerprint-based background check of potential employees, volunteers, and contractors pursuant to Public Law 101-630 - Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.

Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.

Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer.

Working Conditions

Heavy Work: Positions in this class perform work, which involves the frequent lifting, carrying, pulling, and/or pushing of 100 pounds with occasional heavier lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling.

Mobility: Positions in this class require the mobility to stand, climb, stoop, reach and bend. Positions in this class require the mobility of arms to reach and the dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate objects of heavy weight at high pressure.

Vision: Positions in this class require vision (which may be corrected) to read the small print.

Environmental Conditions

Incumbents may be required to work with harsh or toxic substances. May be required to wear protective apparel, including goggles, face protectors, aprons, shoes, and oxygen breathing apparatus. May be required to work at considerable heights. Incumbents are required to sustain physical exertion and/or to work in physically uncomfortable positions for prolonged periods.

Other Requirements

All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.

How To Apply

Pala Fire Department is accepting applications on a continuous basis

Employment Applications available at the Hall Administration – 12196 Pala Mission Road

Please Submit An Application To

Pala Band of Mission Indians

Human Resources Department-Attn: Rebecca Johnson

PMB 50, 35008 Pala Temecula Road

Pala, CA 92059

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