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Reserve Firefighter
Government JobsIrvine, CA, US19 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionVerify that you live within 15 minutes of a Reserve Fire Station or 45 minutes of a Wildland Support Unit or Helicopter Support Crew Station. After verifying that you live within the response area, visit the station of interest during its weekly drill nights. Introduce yourself to the Senior Reserve Office and other Reserve Firefighters to learn more about the program to learn whether you have the desire and ability to commit your time as a volunteer. After attending at least five (5) drill nights, you will be eligible to submit an online application for Reserve Firefighter during the recruitment period listed above. Recruitment Opens : Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Last day to apply : Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Oral Interviews : December 2025 - January 2026 Pack Test : February 9, 2026 - February 11, 2026 (Weekday only) Last day to submit Biddle results (for all Level 1 Reserve Applicants) : Friday, February 13, 2026 Live-Scan, Background Investigation, Pre-Employment Medical Examination : February 17, 2026 April 30, 2026 PPE Fitting : TBD Expected Hire Date : June 2026 Level 1 : Reserve Firefighters are assigned to an Engine Company and receive training to respond to structure fires, wildland fires, traffic collisions, incident support, and medical aid emergencies. They may also operate a patrol and / or water tender. Level 2 : Reserve Firefighters are assigned to Patrols and receive training to respond to wildland fires, traffic collisions, incident support, and medical aid emergencies. They may also operate a water tender and / or air utility unit. Wildland Support Unit or Helicopter Support Crew : Wildland Support Unit or Helicopter Support Crew are assigned to Fire Station 26 (Irvine) or Fire Station 41 (Fullerton Airport) and receive training in wildland firefighting and special equipment operations. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application submittal. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at time of appointment. This classification is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program, which periodically provides Risk Management with the incumbent's Driver License record and status. Must live within 15 minutes of a Reserve Fire Station or within 45 minutes of a Wildland Support Unit or Helicopter Support Crew Station. Must obtain an Emergency Medical Technician License within 18 months of completion of the Reserve Firefighter Trainee training. Must be of good health and pass OCFA's physical requirements. Level 1 Stations : Biddle Physical Ability Test - This test is comprised of several physical tasks consistent with the duties of a firefighter. This test must be completed within 9 minutes and 34 seconds. Possession of a current Biddle Physical Ability Certificate completed on or after November 30, 2024 will be substituted for this portion of the selection process. Level 2 Stations : Pack Test (Arduous) - The Pack Test is a 3-mile hike over level terrain carrying a 45 lb. pack within 45 minutes or less. The Pack Test is administered by the OCFA. Wildland Support Unit and Helicopter Support Crew : Pack Test (Arduous) - The Pack Test is a 3-mile hike over level terrain carrying a 45 lb. pack within 45 minutes or less. The Pack Test is administered by the OCFA. Emergency Response : $8.00 Emergency Response (more than 8 hours, but less than 16 hours) : $25.00 Emergency Response (more than 16 hours, but less than 24 hours) : $50.00 Emergency Response (more than 24 hours will receive a stipend for each additional 8 hours) : $25.00 Each 8 Hours Scheduled Weekly Drills (maximum of 2 per pay period) : $15.00 Per Drill Special Activities Approved by Chief Officer (moving apparatus, additional drills, updating maps, etc., 4 hours or less) : $15.00 Per Activity Special Activities Above (more than 4 hours up to 10 hours) : $25.00 Per Activity Special Training Activities (other than weekly drills 4 hours or less) : $15.00 Special Training Activities (other than weekly drills more than 4 hours up to 10 hours) : $25.00 OCFA Orientation (4 hours or less) : $15.00 OCFA Orientation (more than 4 hours up to 10 hours) : $25.00 Cover Assignments (Emergency / Pre-arranged Covers receive additional stipend of $8.00 for each emergency call they respond to while covering that fire station.) : $15.00 Per Cover Senior Reserve Officer (1 per station) : $35.00 Per Pay Period Company Officer : $20.00 Per Pay Period Driver Operator (Level 1 and Fire Crew Only) : $15.00 Per Pay Period Water Tender Operator (Class B License and Water Tender Certification) : $15.00 Per Pay Period OCFA Court-Related Court Appearance (does not include standby time) : $25.00 Per Day
Reserve Firefighter Recruitment
The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) will be accepting applications to fill multiple Reserve Firefighter positions beginning Wednesday, October 1, 2025 through Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 11 : 59 PM. Please read this entire announcement to learn about this exciting opportunity.
Interested applicants are encouraged to :
- Complete an OCFA Job Interest Card to receive an email notification when the recruitment opens
- Visit www.joinocfa.org for more information
- Visit the station of interest during its weekly drill nights
How to Become a Reserve Firefighter :
Tentative Schedule of Events :
A Reserve Firefighter is provided a pager that alerts him / her of an emergency call for help. When a Reserve Firefighter is able to volunteer his / her time, he / she reports to the station and responds on an assigned fire apparatus. The OCFA has three levels of service needed :
Reserve Firefighters must be able to commit to attending mandatory training meetings and weekly station drill nights at their respective stations. Reserve Firefighters also must commit to responding to a minimum of 30% of all pages for response and complete all mandatory training. More information regarding the position of Reserve Firefighter can be found in Reserve Firefighter Handbook.
Minimum Qualifications :
Physical Ability Testing : Candidates must pass a physical ability test as part of the selection process for Reserve Firefighter. The OCFA conducts three different tests depending on the Level requirements :
Additional information regarding the selection process will be available on the recruitment announcement when the recruitment opens on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
Reserve Firefighter - Volunteer Activity Stipend Information :
Reserve Firefighters are covered by Workers' Compensation Insurance which covers injuries or illness occurring while volunteering, if the injury or illness is determined to be related to activities as a Reserve Firefighter. Reserve Firefighters with 5 years, but less than 10 years of continuous community service are awarded $250 annually. Reserve Firefighters with a minimum of 10 years of continuous service are awarded $500 annually. The Volunteer Firefighters' Length of Service Award System is administered by the California State Firefighters' Employee Welfare Benefits Corporation which provides a minimal retirement benefit to long-term volunteers. This award is currently limited to Reserve Firefighters who had a minimum of seven years of service as of
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