FIRE APPARATUS OPERATOR $6,846 - $7,189 Monthly + Excellent Benefits
Now Hiring The City of Yuba City is currently recruiting for a Fire Apparatus Operator. The Fire Apparatus Operator position may work out of any of the five fire stations, located around the City. Individuals in this job class must have the experience and knowledge to operate all fire apparatus, be qualified to instruct other firefighters and act as supervisor in the absence of fire officers when assigned by department management.
Required Qualifications Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to ensure the ability to read and write at a level for successful job performance. The successful completion of California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Courses Driver/Operator 1A and Driver Operator 1B. Experience: At least two (2) years of recent, progressively responsible full-time experience in the fire service. The candidate must also be California State certified as a Firefighter I and Firefighter II or the equivalent. Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid California driver’s license with the appropriate firefighter endorsement; Healthcare Provider CPR certificate; a valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician I (E.M.T) Certificate or a valid State of California Paramedics Certificate; State of California Firefighter 1; State of California Firefighter II; CSFM Driver/Operator 1A certificate and CSFM Driver/ Operator 1B certificate or equivalent.
A strong commitment to integrity, ethics and leadership are a must for this position. The ideal candidate is proactive, reliable and results oriented. Excellent customer service, a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to problem solve are essential attributes for this position.
*Must submit a copy of all certifications within three (3) days from date of application to Human Resources.
The Department The Yuba City Fire Department protects an area of thirty square miles with a population of approximately 73,000 people. Five fire stations are utilized for both emergency and support operations throughout the City and beyond. The department is dedicated to providing the best possible fire and life safety services to Yuba City citizens and businesses. For additional Fire Department information visit: www.yubacityfire.org
About the City The City of Yuba City is located in Sutter County, adjacent to the beautiful Feather River and at the base of the Sutter Buttes, the smallest mountain range in the world. Located just 40 miles north of Sacramento, Yuba City is the agricultural, economic and social center of the Yuba-Sutter Region. The area offers excellent outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, water skiing, hunting, biking, horseback riding, and is within comfortable driving distance of the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and other recreational areas. The City is the perfect mix of urban convenience and lifestyle options along with the friendliness and charm of a small town. The City’s historic downtown and modern shopping facilities make shopping convenient and a pleasure. The City prides itself in its well-maintained parks and aquatic center, while offering a wide range of recreational activities for the entire family.
The City of Yuba City is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Contact Us! City of Yuba City Human Resources 1201 Civic Center Blvd. Yuba City, CA 95993 (530) 822-4610 To learn more or apply online visit: www.yubacity.net Final Filing Date: Friday, November 6, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. or upon receiving 50 qualified applications Tentative Testing Date: Friday, November 20, 2015
