Firefighter/Engineer -OR- Firefighter/Engineer /Paramedic #24A-41 (20529078)

$117,769 - $169,135/Yr

City of Redwood City, CA - Redwood City, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Redwood City, CA

251-500 employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The City of Redwood City is seeking Firefighters or Firefighter/Paramedics who, under the direction of the Fire Captain, will perform firefighting and fire prevention duties aimed at protecting life and property, operate and maintain firefighting equipment, and provide basic medical assistance. Firefighters also provide Basic Life Support first responder pre-hospital emergency medical care and emergency medical assistance, perform minor station maintenance, and participate in training to maintain skills. This position requires a commitment to community service and excellence in public safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform firefighting and fire prevention duties to protect life and property.
• Operate and maintain firefighting equipment.
• Provide basic medical assistance and Basic Life Support.
• Participate in training to maintain firefighting skills.
• Perform minor station maintenance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 30 semester college units in Fire Science or a similar field.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D. or California Certificate of Proficiency).
• Successful completion of a Firefighter 1 equivalent training program or possession of a California State Fire Training Firefighter 1 certificate.
• Must possess a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate or valid Paramedic license.
• Provide proof of a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certificate prior to appointment.

Nice-to-haves

• Possession of a valid California driver's license.
• Experience in emergency medical services.

Benefits

• Pension membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Health Insurance for employees and their families, with the City paying up to 90% of the Bay Area Kaiser family rate.
• Dental and Vision Insurance with the City paying 90% of the premiums.
• Employee Assistance Program for supportive services including free counseling.
• Generous Paid Time-Off based on a 56-Hour Week.
• Vacation leave ranging from 120 to 280 hours per year based on years of service.
• Sick leave of 288 hours per year.
• Holiday In-Lieu Compensation of 8.65% of base pay.
• Free Fitness Center Access at City Facilities.
• Flexible Spending Account for pre-tax expenses.
• Free Employee Parking.
• Education Reimbursement Program of $750 per fiscal year.
• Emergency Medical Technician / Paramedic Pay for certified employees.
• Life Insurance coverage at one and one-half times the employee's annual salary.
• Long Term Disability Insurance reimbursement.
• Uniform Allowance of $900 per fiscal year.
• Learning and Development Program for professional growth.