CITY OF LODI Department of Human Resources City Hall, 221 West Pine Street, 2nd Floor Lodi, CA 95240http://www.lodi.gov
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Fire Fighter II – Lateral

An Equal Opportunity Employer

CLOSING DATE: 03/16/17

THE POSITION

~~ LATERAL RECRUITMENT ~~ LATERAL RECRUITMENT ~~

The City of Lodi Fire Department is currently recruiting for Lateral Firefighter II. Qualified applicants must have a minimum of one year of paid Firefighter experience, possession of a valid EMT, Firefighter I certification issued by the California State Fire Marshal, and possession of a valid CPAT card issued within 12 months prior to March 16, 2017.

Interviews tentatively scheduled for the week of March 27, 2017.

Under supervision, participates in firefighting, emergency medical services, fire prevention activities, fire investigations, hazardous materials, rescues, confined space and homeland security incidents; operates and maintains fire apparatus; performs various fire support assignments; performs related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Responds to a wide range of fire, rescue and hazardous material alarms and operates fire equipment and apparatus; connects and lays fire hose lines connecting to hydrants and between engines; controls and extinguishes fires; raises and lowers ladders during firefighting operations; uses various hand and power tools to obtain entry to buildings, assists trapped victims, and provides ventilation.

Responds as an Emergency Medical Technician at the basic life support level, including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, illness and trauma emergency medical care.

Assists in clean-up, salvage and overhaul operations. Supports fire investigation activities.

Uses firefighting and chemical safety apparel and equipment, including turnout gear, helmets, hoods, and self-contained breathing apparatus.

Performs regularly scheduled maintenance on apparatus, hoses and equipment to ensure readiness; cleans fire station & equipment.

Participate in public relations and public education programs.

Participate in staff support assignments which may include fire prevention, inspection, maintenance of inventory records, inspection of departmental equipment, and investigations.

Performs other duties related to the operation of the department and the City including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community

Effectively communicate with people under trying circumstances.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work.

Willingness to participate in the Lodi Fire Department fitness program.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:
Rules, policies and procedures governing the Lodi Fire Department; firefighting methods, techniques and equipment; operation and maintenance practices and methods for a variety of fire apparatus and equipment.

Safety practices and precautions pertaining to work.

Geographical layout of the City and location of various fire suppression utilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical combination is:

Education:
High school graduate or equivalent. College level Fire Science coursework is desirable.

Age:
Must be 18 years of age at time of application.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

Firefighter I certification issued by the California State Fire Marshal.

Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test CPAT card obtained within the prior 12 months from March 16, 2017.

Current and valid California Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician.

Class C license with the ability to obtain the appropriate Driver’s License with endorsements as mandated by the City of Lodi issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May be asked to work scheduled and emergency overtime.

Mobility: frequent performance of heavy manual labor; frequent crawl, bend, stoop, reach, and climb for long period of time.

Lifting: frequent lifting and maneuvering various tools, equipment and apparatus weighing up to 75 pounds.

Vision: essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to read fine print on labels, manuals, maps, and diagrams.

Dexterity: frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.

Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person. May be required to wear ear protection or hear in noisy conditions.

Environmental: frequent exposure to loud noise; frequent exposure to chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances; work outdoors under adverse conditions such as at night, in confined and awkward spaces, in heavy traffic, in heat, cold, and rain. Frequent coworker contact; occasionally works alone.

*FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Apply: online at www.lodi.gov or in person at Human Resources Department, City Hall, Second Floor, 221 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA. Telephone: 209/333-6704.

Persons with hearing impairment, please call the California Relay Service 7-1-1.

Evaluation of Qualifications: Application materials and resumes will be screened to determine if applicants are considered to be among the most qualified as outlined on the job announcement. Only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate in the testing process. Resumes may not be substituted for a completed application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT – In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION – City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code §11105(b)(10), §11105.3, §13300(b)(10); Education Code §10911.5; Public Resources Code §5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi’s Fingerprinting Policy ad Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start. All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality.

HIRING PROCEDURE – Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process. The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list.

CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS – Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical. Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division.

MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING – All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.

APPOINTMENT – At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 – Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

SALARY – The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.

HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE – Holiday – An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation – 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave – 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Administrative Leave – Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).

HEALTH INSURANCE – Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee’s responsibility.

LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY – The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee’s salary.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION – The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT – Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.