Firefighter Paramedic Alpine, CA

Firefighter Paramedic

The Firefighter / Paramedic is responsible for responding to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, and other emergency calls to protect life and property. Participates in fire prevention programs and inspections, community education, station and apparatus maintenance, and training activities.

Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, vehicle, and wild land fires.

Responds to and performs skilled tasks at the scene of emergency calls and non-emergency calls including rescues, hazardous materials, flooding, natural disasters, false alarms, elderly assistance, vehicle, and residential lockouts.

Operates radio-telephone equipment and communicates medical information to other EMS personnel as required.

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

Performs primary and secondary physical assessment of ill or injured patients.

Treats patients in accordance with San Diego County Emergency Medical Services Protocols, policies, and operating procedures.

May serve as a preceptor for paramedic and emergency medical technician training.

Participates in fire prevention inspections of public assemblies, commercial, industrial, government buildings, and other public establishments to ensure compliance with codes and regulations pertaining to fire and life safety.

Participates in daily inspections of condition and readiness of equipment. Cleans, washes, and services equipment.

Inspects, tests, and maintains equipment and pump motors including nozzles, appliances, fittings, hydrants, fire extinguishers, hand and power tools, ropes, emergency lifting equipment, rescue, and medical equipment.

Assists with traffic control as needed.

Performs and / or compiles reports and records, forms, and other required administrative procedures.

Engages in public information activities.

Conducts station tours as needed.

Works with Reserve Firefighters and Fire Explorers as needed.

Ability to work flexible hours, emergency call backs, and extended hours.

Ensures that a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment is maintained.

Adheres to all company and department policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Knowledge of or ability to develop knowledge of fire prevention, suppression, and victim rescue tactics and strategies.

Ability to read maps.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong service skills, public relations skills, and attention to detail.

Working knowledge of computers.

Ability to interact with public and tribal community.

Ability to work in a professional high-pressure environment while demonstrating and maintaining good personal relation / people skills and a positive attitude.

Ability to multitask and work well under stress.

Must be a self-starter and able to adjust to change.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, work extensive hours and be responsive to emergency call back needs.

Required Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

State Fire Academy graduate or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Paramedic licensure with San Diego County accreditation at the time of hire (applicants will be accepted from those who are participating in the Paramedic field internship portion of a Paramedic program).

Valid ambulance drivers license at the time of hire.

Valid California driver's license with appropriate firefighter endorsement within eighteen months of hire.

Valid California State Firefighter I certificate within one year of hire.

Successful completion of CPAT within eighteen months of hire.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Experience in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / Paramedic assessment and care desirable.

Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and acceptance of diversity.

Experience working with American Indian tribes and communities preferred.