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The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority is excited to announce this new opportunity offered through our Fire Department.  Individuals hired as a Firefighter/EMT will now receive City-paid enrollment in a Paramedic certification course!  Once licensing is obtained, an additional 10% premium is added to the base salary.  Additional incentives include educational pay, as well as bilingual and assignment premiums.

Recruitments posted as "Continuous" are subject to close at any time following an initial two-week posting period.  Upon closing, the applications received will be screened and notices will be sent to the applicants regarding the status of their application.

Under supervision of a Fire Captain, fights fires, performs rescue and emergency medical care; participates in fire prevention activities; operates and maintains firefighting, EMS, and rescue equipment; performs fire station and grounds maintenance, and does related work as assigned.

Individuals in this classification are required to obtain their Paramedic license within 24 months of hire, and maintain their license for the duration of their employment unless promoted to a classification that does not require it.  The Ukiah Valley Fire Authority will cover costs associated with enrollment and licensing through a designated Paramedic program.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed.  The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.

• Serves as hose operator in firefighting situations, including pulling working lines and directing fire streams; raise, lower, and climb ladders; and assist in overhaul and salvage operations.
• Responds to rescue and medical aid calls, provides emergency medical care, and transports patients to the hospital.  
• Cleans and inspects equipment; makes minor and major mechanical repairs and adjustments.  
• Cleans and tests fire hose.  
• Operates radio, telephone, and computer equipment.  
• Cleans station quarters and equipment.  
• Maintains knowledge and proficiency related to Ukiah Fire Department Rules and Regulations, fire hazards, firefighting techniques, and related subjects. 
• Assists and/or conducts fire prevention inspections, and other related activities.  
• Participates in fire drills and training exercises.  
• Responds to emergency calls during non-duty hours.  
• Participates in continuous training in fire prevention inspection and suppression through both simulated and on-the-job exercises.  
• Works 48-hour shifts and overtime as required and assigned.  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and procedures of modern EMS, firefighting, and ambulance operations as they relate to the protection of lives and property.
• Operation and maintenance of the type of apparatus, tools, and equipment used in modern firefighting activities.
• Practices of emergency medical care and rescue operations.