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Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 23-46217-01
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 12/23/2023
Closing Date: 1/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
THIS IS A FIRE DISTRICT POSITION ONLY
The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM), is recruiting for a Hazardous Materials Technician II to perform a variety of technical assignments and assist other staff in hazardous waste and materials management, including transportation activities in the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA) programs and performs other duties as required.
The resulting eligible list will be used to fill vacancies as they occur in both the HHW and CUPA programs. The current vacancy exists in HHW. Indicate which program you are applying for in the Supplemental Questionnaire.
For more detailed information, refer to the Hazardous Materials Technician II job description.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Certificate: Must be able to successfully complete 24-hour HAZWOPER and 8-hour DOT training classes within six (6) months from the date of hire.
In addition, Technicians assigned to HHW:
Certificate: Must be able to successfully complete other program type training such as forklift and program vehicles operation within twelve (12) weeks from the date of hire.
License: Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver license, and obtain a Hazardous Materials Endorsement without air brakes restriction within twelve (12) weeks from the date of hire.
Availability: Must be available to work on Saturdays as needed.
Health and Physical Conditions: Persons seeking appointment to this class must meet the health and physical conditions standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Must possess both Education and Experience as follows:Education:
Fifteen (15) semester (18 quarter) units of college coursework in biology, chemistry, physics or a closely related field from an accredited college.
---AND---Program Experience:
HHW Program: Two (2) years experience working full-time in an HHW program.
--OR--
CUPA Program:
Option A: Two (2) years experience working full-time in a CUPA program.
--OR--
Option B: Two (2) years full-time experience performing complex clerical tasks in an office environment, including maintaining a program data base; experience must be comparable to duties performed by a clerical lead worker in which work is non-routine in nature and requires exercising independent decision making.Substitution:
One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for the required education.
Selection Process
Examination: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Candidates who demonstrate exceptional qualifications will be referred to the appointing authority for a selection interview.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please click to review the Government Jobs , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Fire Auxiliary Services Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click
A summary of benefits is provided below. Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications and will be used to determine your final score and placement on the eligible list. Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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Indicate the program(s) you are applying for.
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Driver License: Indicate your valid California Driver license.
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Coursework: If you do not possess a qualifying degree, provide a list of coursework, including the 1) Course Title, 2) Course Number, 3) School and 4) Number of Units (indicate if semester or quarter units). Example: Intro to Sociology, SOC1, CSUSB, 3 sem units.
You can type the coursework in the field below -OR- attach a scanned copy of your transcripts (in the attachments section of the application).
If you possess a related Associate or higher level degree, please indicate here as well as in the education section of the Application. If you do not possess a qualifying degree or any related coursework, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.
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Qualifying Option: Please select the following option that describes your qualifications.
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Qualifying Employer: Provide the name of the Employer where you acquired your qualifying experience. Be sure this employer is listed in your work history and is fully detailed with your responsibilities. If none, indicate "N/A".
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Experience: Describe your experience working in an HHW or CUPA environment. Include your specific duties and responsibilities. If none, indicate "N/A".
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Experience: Describe your complex clerical experience. Include the type of program, your specific duties and responsibilities, staff led/supervised, and the frequency of non-routine activities in which you were required to make independent decisions. Also include your experience updating and maintaining a program data base. Include the type of information stored, your responsibilities in ensuring accuracy, and how the stored information is used. If none, indicate "N/A".
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Experience: Describe your experience performing inspections or managing a Material Re-Use Store. If none, indicate "N/A".
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Computer Programs: Indicate the programs with which you have at least 2 years of Intermediate or Advanced experience:
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
Required Question
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 23-46217-01
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 12/23/2023
Closing Date: 1/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
THIS IS A FIRE DISTRICT POSITION ONLY
The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM), is recruiting for a Hazardous Materials Technician II to perform a variety of technical assignments and assist other staff in hazardous waste and materials management, including transportation activities in the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA) programs and performs other duties as required.
The resulting eligible list will be used to fill vacancies as they occur in both the HHW and CUPA programs. The current vacancy exists in HHW. Indicate which program you are applying for in the Supplemental Questionnaire.
For more detailed information, refer to the Hazardous Materials Technician II job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Certificate: Must be able to successfully complete 24-hour HAZWOPER and 8-hour DOT training classes within six (6) months from the date of hire.
In addition, Technicians assigned to HHW:
Certificate: Must be able to successfully complete other program type training such as forklift and program vehicles operation within twelve (12) weeks from the date of hire.
License: Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver license, and obtain a Hazardous Materials Endorsement without air brakes restriction within twelve (12) weeks from the date of hire.
Availability: Must be available to work on Saturdays as needed.
Health and Physical Conditions: Persons seeking appointment to this class must meet the health and physical conditions standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Must possess both Education and Experience as follows:Education:
Fifteen (15) semester (18 quarter) units of college coursework in biology, chemistry, physics or a closely related field from an accredited college.
---AND---Program Experience:
HHW Program: Two (2) years experience working full-time in an HHW program.
--OR--
CUPA Program:
Option A: Two (2) years experience working full-time in a CUPA program.
--OR--
Option B: Two (2) years full-time experience performing complex clerical tasks in an office environment, including maintaining a program data base; experience must be comparable to duties performed by a clerical lead worker in which work is non-routine in nature and requires exercising independent decision making.Substitution:
One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for the required education.
Selection Process
Examination: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Candidates who demonstrate exceptional qualifications will be referred to the appointing authority for a selection interview.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please click to review the Government Jobs , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Fire Auxiliary Services Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click
A summary of benefits is provided below. Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications and will be used to determine your final score and placement on the eligible list. Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
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Indicate the program(s) you are applying for.
- Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
- Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA)
- Both Programs
- Neither Program
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Driver License: Indicate your valid California Driver license.
- CA Class C (or higher)
- CA Class C with Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- CA Class C with Air Brake Endorsement
- CA Class C with Hazardous Materials Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement
- My Driver License is with another state
- I do not possess a Driver License
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Coursework: If you do not possess a qualifying degree, provide a list of coursework, including the 1) Course Title, 2) Course Number, 3) School and 4) Number of Units (indicate if semester or quarter units). Example: Intro to Sociology, SOC1, CSUSB, 3 sem units.
You can type the coursework in the field below -OR- attach a scanned copy of your transcripts (in the attachments section of the application).
If you possess a related Associate or higher level degree, please indicate here as well as in the education section of the Application. If you do not possess a qualifying degree or any related coursework, indicate "N/A" in the answer field.
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Qualifying Option: Please select the following option that describes your qualifications.
- HHW: Two (2) years experience working full-time in an HHW program.
- CUPA Option A: Two (2) years experience working full-time in a CUPA program.
- CUPA Option B: Two (2) years full-time experience performing complex clerical tasks in an office environment, including maintaining a program data base; experience must be comparable to duties performed by a clerical lead worker in which work is non-routine in nature and requires exercising independent decision making.
- None of the above
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Qualifying Employer: Provide the name of the Employer where you acquired your qualifying experience. Be sure this employer is listed in your work history and is fully detailed with your responsibilities. If none, indicate "N/A".
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Experience: Describe your experience working in an HHW or CUPA environment. Include your specific duties and responsibilities. If none, indicate "N/A".
08
Experience: Describe your complex clerical experience. Include the type of program, your specific duties and responsibilities, staff led/supervised, and the frequency of non-routine activities in which you were required to make independent decisions. Also include your experience updating and maintaining a program data base. Include the type of information stored, your responsibilities in ensuring accuracy, and how the stored information is used. If none, indicate "N/A".
09
Experience: Describe your experience performing inspections or managing a Material Re-Use Store. If none, indicate "N/A".
10
Computer Programs: Indicate the programs with which you have at least 2 years of Intermediate or Advanced experience:
- CERS
- PIMS/GIS
- Word
- Excel
- None of the above; other.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
- I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
- I understand
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
- I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
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