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Pala Band of Mission Indians lists this Firefighter/Paramedic opportunity in pala, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Firefighter/ParamedicUnder supervision, to respond to fire alarms and other emergency calls for the protection of life and property; to render first aid lifesaving measures and perform related work as required.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Receives, transmits, and responds to alarmsPerforms fire control activities and utilizes strategies in the areas of victim rescue, exposure tactics, ventilation, fire containment and extinguishmentFights structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, vehicle and wildland fires and is sometimes required to make forcible entriesInspects and maintains nozzles, appliances, fittings, hydrants, fire extinguishers, hand and power tools, ropes, emergency lighting equipment, generators, rescue and first aid and related equipment including fire protection systemsOperates fuel and oil pumps, building heating and cooling systems, cutting, boring and sawing tools, lighting, lifting and air moving equipment, various types of extinguishers, appliances, elevators, fire protection and escape systems, radio equipment and metersUses a variety of tools, ropes, knots, ladders, life lines, belts and couples; reels, unreels and carries hoses; connect nozzles and valve fittingsExtends and reduces hose lines; lays single and multiple hose lines; lays hoses and operates hose streams above and below street level; raises, climbs and works from extension laddersProvides emergency care and treatment of fire and accident victims; lifts, carries and transports victimsAdministers first aid to victims of accidents and fires; renders emergency medical aid as an EMT within a team consisting of a communicator and an attendant, examining victim, communicating vital medical data to medical personnel and administering medical treatment by established guidelines and the specific instruction of hospital medical personnelAssists the public in a wide variety of emergency calls involving illness and urgent situations, and may need to assist in traffic controlConducts fire drills and demonstrates fire equipmentAssists in the investigation of fire; writes fire alarm and various reportsInterprets federal, state, local and departmental rules and regulations; assists in the maintenance of fire station and groundsPerforms a variety of collateral administrative work involving fire prevention and suppression programs and engages in public information activitiesRecommends purchase of firefighting equipment, physical fitness apparatus and station appliances; conducts fire prevention inspections of dwellings, public assemblies and commercial, industrial and government buildings and maintains an inventory of itemsIdentifies common, special, structural and panic hazards; interprets fire and building codes; issues orders to comply with such codesExamines the storage, handling and use of flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials; makes recommendations regarding the correction of hazardsOperates Tribal vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practicesPerforms related work as requiredKnowledge, skills, certifications/license and abilities include:Knowledge of basic mathematics and mechanical relationshipsKnowledge of record-keeping methodsKnowledge of the proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in firefightingKnowledge of the general principles of fire suppression and preventionKnowledge of advanced first aid and medical suppliesKnowledge of appropriate safety precautions and proceduresKnowledge of laws, ordinances and codes governing Emergency Medical TechniciansKnowledge of diagnostic signs and treatments for injuries and illnesses as described in the San Diego ProtocolsAbility to administer lifesaving procedures, such as giving electric shocks to the heart (defibrillation) in cases of cardiac arrest, paramedics are qualified to use 'invasive' clinical techniques. These include:Medical assistance at accidents, emergencies and other related incidentsMaking diagnoses and giving emergency treatment to patients who are seriously ill or have life-threatening conditionsApplying splints to limbs, dressing wounds, administering pain relief and reading monitoring equipmentInserting drips and fluids and using different equipment, including ventilators to assist breathingTransporting patients needing skilled treatment while traveling by ambulanceChecking the efficiency of vehicles and equipment to maintain a state of operational readinessDriving and crewing the ambulance or other rapid response vehiclesAssessing appropriate methods of conveying patientsAssisting with patient care in hospitals or health care centersIntravenous injectionsAdministering other drug treatmentsInserting a tube into the throat (intubation)Ability to provide medical aid by the established procedureAbility to read, understand, and apply technical firefighting materials and conceptsAbility to respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressuresAbility to understand and carry out oral and written instructionsAbility to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of workExperience and training guidelines include any combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities stated above and the ability to perform the duties of the position. A typical qualifying entrance background is journey-level experience performing firefighting work in a public agency.Minimum entry-level credentials include:Valid California Driver's LicenseCalifornia State Paramedic LicensureSan Diego County Paramedic AccreditationValid ACLS certificationValid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Healthcare provider certificationApproved California State Fire Marshall Fire Fighter I CertificationCPAT Required. Must obtain within 3 months of submitting resume. Must have prior to hire.FF-I and FF-II (Highly desirable)FEMA ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800 certificationMust possess and maintain a Class C California Driver's License (in good standing). The license will be confirmed through the Pala MVR system.Must successfully pass a Fingerprint-based background check of potential employees, volunteers, and contractors pursuant to Public Law 101-630 - Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer.Working conditions include:Heavy Work: Positions in this class perform work, which involves the frequent lifting, carrying, pulling, and/or pushing of 100 pounds with occasional heavier lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling.Mobility: Positions in this class require the mobility to stand, climb, stoop, reach and bend. Positions in this class require the mobility of arms to reach and the dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate objects of heavy weight at high pressure.Vision: Positions in this class require vision (which may be corrected) to read the small print.Environmental conditions include:Incumbents may be required to work with harsh or toxic substances. May be required to wear protective apparel, including goggles, face protectors, aprons, shoes, and oxygen breathing apparatus. May be required to work at considerable heights. Incumbents are required to sustain physical exertion and/or to work in physically uncomfortable positions for prolonged periods.Other requirements include:All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.To apply, submit an application to:Pala Band of Mission IndiansHuman Resources Department-Attn: Rebecca JohnsonPMB 50, 35008 Pala Temecula RoadPala, CA 92059Online at:
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