Fire Apparatus Engineer
Date Adopted by City Manager
12/01/02
Comp. Code
7706
IAFF
Classified
Job Title
Fire Apparatus Engineer
Definition
Under general supervision to safely drive, operate, maintain, and provide minor repairs to various fire apparatus; to operate and maintain fire fighting, rescue, and emergency medical equipment; to engage in firefighting, emergency medical services, rescue, hazardous materials response, and fire prevention activities; to maintain fire facilities, to perform other work as required.
Typical Duties
Drive and operate fire equipment; maintain fire apparatus and other emergency vehicles; respond to incidents and select the most direct route to the incident; lay hose lines and operate engine pumping equipment as required; operate nozzles to direct stream of water on fire; assist in overhaul and salvage operations; respond to rescue calls and administer emergency medical treatment; assist in identifying hazardous materials and mitigating such emergencies; operate radio-telephone equipment; inspect equipment, perform lubrication, make minor adjustments and repairs, and maintain fuel and oil supply; wash and test fire hoses; clean station quarters and equipment and maintain a clean and orderly condition in and about the fire house; study Fire Department rules and regulations, fire hazards, and fire fighting and rescue techniques; participate in fire drills and training exercises; conduct fire prevention inspection and education programs; prepare reports with respect to equipment maintenance and work operations; instruct fire personnel in the operation and maintenance of fire and rescue equipment; operate station computers; subject to emergency recall during non-duty hours; may be required to act as a Fire Captain when assigned; perform related duties as necessary.
Tools and Equipment Used
Various fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, and other firefighting, hazardous materials response, and rescue equipment and personal protective equipment, ladders, emergency medical equipment, radio, pager, personal computer, phone.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on uneven surfaces or in confined spaces; and taste or smell.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 175 pounds or more with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions ranging rom below freezing to in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, except during certain firefighting or EMT activities when noise levels may be loud.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of
The Chico street system, Chico fire hydrant locations; operational characteristics of all Chico fire equipment and apparatus; Emergency Medical Technician skills; rules, regulations and procedures of the Chico Fire Department; fire fighting, rescue, and hazardous materials response methods and techniques; incident command system.
Ability to
Effectively perform all duties and have the abilities assigned to the Firefighter class; effectively operate and maintain all firefighting equipment and apparatus utilized by the Chico Fire Department, maintain certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and /or as a Emergency Medical Technician. Obtain State Board of Fire Services Driver-Operator 1A-1B certification within one year of employment.
Experience
Two years experience performing duties similar to those assigned to the City of Chico Firefighter-Entry class.
Education
High school graduation or equivalent supplemented by State Board of Fire Services certification as a Firefighter II. A college degree in Fire Technology or other applicable degree field is desirable.
Additional Requirements
Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and possession of a valid California Class A Driver License. Certification as Hazardous Materials First Responder-Operational. Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation card. Certification to operate an Automatic External Heart Defibrillator. State Board of Fire Services Driver-Operator 1A-1B certification is desirable.