Fire Engineer

Under general supervision, drives assigned fire apparatus or other automotive equipment to scenes of fire and emergencies. Performs all essential duties of Firefighter and Fire Engineer classifications.

• Drives all fire equipment to location of fire or other emergency situations and positions truck in most advantageous manner.
• Operates fire pumps, aerial devices, and other fire department equipment.
• Assists in suppression of fires and the mitigation of other emergency incidents
• Participates in fire prevention inspections and maintenance of department apparatus.
• Ensures engines are maintained and are serviced as needed.
• Ensures Firefighters are trained up on fire engine operations and expectations of the engineers.
• Ensures all life saving medical equipment is in good working order and requests are put in promptly to ensure equipment is maintained, fixed, and/or replaced.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Associates Degree or higher in Fire Science or related major is desired.
• Two years experience as a Firefighter required.
• Certificate of completion from a State Certified Fire Academy.
• Must complete Apparatus Operator 1A and 1B.
• Certified by the California State Board of Fire Services as a Firefighter 1.
• EMT B Certification.
• Possession of a current CPR card.
• Valid Firefighter Class B California Driver’s License.
• Completed Firefighter 1 Certification Task Book under the NWCG PMS 310-1.
• Must complete Chumash Fire Department Structure Firefighter Task Book within one year from hire date.
• Knowledge of fire behavior and suppression techniques; operation and maintenance of pumping engines and water tender; practical/applied hydraulics; mathematics; water pressure and flow calculations; hydrant and water main systems; traffic laws and regulations; reservation geography; universal fire vocabulary and emergency medical care and basic life support techniques; basic mechanical and building construction maintenance principles; universal safety precautions when providing medical attention; equipment safety inspection procedures; the proper handling of toxic/hazardous materials.
• Must be insurable to drive department vehicle.
• Must pass physical agility test within 30 days of hire and continue to pass each year of employment thereafter.
• Proficiency in computers, including Microsoft Office, email, and internet.
• Able to handle multiple projects concurrently and effectively balance priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated patience and tact.
• Exceptional detail and follow-up skills.
• Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
• Native American hiring preference applies.

100 Via Juana Drive
$41.44 per hour
$48.76 per hour