County of Alameda

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

This classification is distinguished from the next higher-level classification of Fire Captain in that the latter directs the activities of an engine or truck company.  It is further distinguished from the lower classification of Firefighter in that the latter's primary function is that of fighting fires and providing emergency medical service.

1. Responds to fire and other emergency alarms by driving assigned vehicles to fire scenes and other locations.
2. Performs preventive and minor maintenance on assigned vehicles.
3. Identifies the appropriate equipment; sets up for pumping or drafting; sets and adjusts controls on the pumper to deliver required water pressures and flow.
4. Places hose lines and supply lines; may operate aerial ladders as assigned.
5. Assists in the inspection of public buildings and multiple residential units to determine and enforce compliance with safety laws and ordinances.
6. Gathers and submits information and reports on equipment runs, accidents, gas and oil usage, and apparatus inspections.
7. Assists in the maintenance of the fire station and surrounding locations.
8. Operates pumper equipment and assists in the suppression of fires.
9. Performs related duties as required.

The equivalent of three(3) years of combined full-time experience as a Firefighter Recruit EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter Lateral EMT or Paramedic, and/or Firefighter in the Alameda County Fire Department, successful completion of the Alameda County Fire Department Engineer Task Book, successful completion of the Alameda County Fire Department’s Engineer Promotional Preparation Workshop within two years from the last day for filing, and successful completion of CSFM Driver Operator 1A & 1B.

License:

Possession and maintenance of a valid California Motor Vehicle license with a Firefighter’s endorsement.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

Knowledge of:

• Operation and maintenance of fire pumping equipment and related apparatus.
• Technical firefighting techniques and the principles of hydraulics as applied to fire suppression.
• Working knowledge of modern firefighter methods.
• Fire prevention and safety principles and methods.
• General knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, policies, codes, and ordinances; and modern first aid techniques.

• Administer first aid as required.
• Perform maintenance and minor mechanical repairs to fire equipment and other apparatus.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Function as a firefighter when necessary.
• Memorize the names of streets and locations of water mains and fire hydrants.