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Sacramento County, CA lists this Fire Engineer, Sacramento County Airport Fire *Revised opportunity in sacramento, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Fire Engineer, Sacramento County Airport FireThis is a continuous filing exam. The filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 9/2/26, 9/16/26, 10/2/26, 11/6/26, 12/3/26 (final) 40-Hour Salary: $53.66 - $59.16 /hour* The Salary range listed is based on a standard biweekly 80-hour work week. 24-Hour Salary: $38.33 - $42.26/hour The Salary range listed is based on a Special 24-hour biweekly 112-hour work week. Sacramento County Airport Fire is an operational ALS provider. To learn more about the division including their mission, history, staff, and equipment, visit their website: Sacramento County Airport Fire. Incumbents may also be eligible for a 10% Paramedic Pay incentive. The following table includes the salary calculations for an employee on a 24-hour shift with the differential calculations for Paramedic Pay (10%).Under general supervision, the Fire Engineer, Sacramento County Airport Fire drives assigned fire apparatus and other automotive equipment to scenes of emergencies; operates fire pumps, aerial devices, and other Fire Department equipment; performs inspection, preventative maintenance and minor repairs of Fire Department apparatus and equipment; assists in controlling and extinguishing fires; rescues persons endangered by aircraft crash or fire, or by structural fire; prevents fire by reducing or eliminating potential fire hazards; responds to and provides assistance for medical aid calls, vehicle accidents, and Hazmat incidents.To learn more about available positions currently being recruited for, please click on the brochure link(s) below: Fire Engineer, Sacramento County Airport Fire Recruitment Brochure *The eligible list for this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies.Examples of Knowledge and AbilitiesKnowledge Of:Principles, practices, and procedures of aircraft rescue and firefightingPrinciples of structural, wildland and aircraft firefightingOperation and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatusFire and life safety codesBasic life support principles and techniquesApplicable laws, rules and regulations related to aircraft rescue and firefighting as outlined in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) 139Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignmentBasic arithmetic (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, ratios, and fractions)English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuationPrinciples of effective customer serviceIn addition, when assigned to a paramedic position:Advanced Life Support (ALS) techniques including but not limited to IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, advanced airway control and a variety of medication therapies, as a ParamedicStanding orders provided by off-line medical directorMedical terminologyAbility To:Perform firefighting and rescue, emergency, and medical aid response dutiesDrive and operate aircraft rescue firefighting and structural apparatus equipmentLearn operations and maintenance of aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment and apparatusOperate communication equipmentWork safely under hazardous conditionsProvide assistance for medical aid, vehicle accidents, Hazmat, and other emergenciesReview and interpret maps, diagrams and mechanical drawingsEstablish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, other agencies and the general publicCommunicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writingAnalyze situations quickly and accurately and adopt an effective course of actionEffectively organize and prioritize work assignmentsKeep accurate and orderly recordsMake arithmetical computations accurately and rapidlyMaintain confidential informationInterpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulationsDeal courteously and effectively with the general publicApply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been metIn addition, when assigned to a paramedic position:Perform ALS proceduresMaintain accurate records of medical treatments, including equipment and medication useUnderstand and apply medical directivesEmployment QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: 1a. Possession of a current and valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certificate/license issued by either the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians or the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA); AND 1b. Two years of full-time paid experience performing firefighting duties; AND 1c. Possession of a valid California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Driver Operator 1A and 1B Certificate. NOTE applicable to 1c: Possession of a valid equivalent certification from an outside entity, including the Department of Defense, the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualification (Pro Board) may substitute for a California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Driver Operator 1A and 1B Certificate. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here (Download PDF reader) or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirements: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, shall be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. All incumbents will be required to obtain and maintain a Firefighter Endorsement issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles within six (6) months from date of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate endorsement, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificate Requirements: Incumbents must maintain a valid EMT certificate issued by the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA). Failure to keep current the required certificate may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Paramedic License: Some positions in this class may be designated to operate as a Firefighter/Paramedic and require a valid EMT-Paramedic license issued by the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA). Incumbents in these positions must acquire and maintain accreditation as an EMT-Paramedic by the County of Sacramento within 90 days of appointment. Failure to maintain the required license may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Training Requirement: Incumbents in this class must complete an initial 4
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