JOB
Fire District Aide - ExemptBargaining Unit: UnrepresentedWhy you should join Contra Costa County Fire Protection DistrictContra Costa County Fire Protection District (CCCFPD), a recognized fire service leader and one of the largest in the state, provides fire, rescue, and emergency medical services to some 770,000 residents in 12 cities and several defined unincorporated areas across our 553-square-mile jurisdiction in Contra Costa County, California.CCCFPD understands the key to its success is its employees' success. Joining the CCCFPD team means joining an energetic, innovative team that is committed to being the best. If you want to learn, be challenged, and grow professionally, CCCFPD District is the organization for you. Appointments to this classification are on a limited term, hourly basis. No permanent appointments may be made in this classification. Fire District Aides accomplish necessary and useful non-professional work within several divisions of the Fire District while also gaining valuable work experience in performing public service.This recruitment is to fill current and future vacancies in the following divisions: Training, EMS, Fire Prevention Bureau, Communications, and Support Services. Training Division It is the mission of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, Training and Safety Division, to provide realistic and effective training and education for the purpose of advancing our personnel’s safety, performance, and career development through the application training methodologies and instruction.Duties may include: Check on supply levels in the training facility including bathrooms, kitchens,and training roomsVacuum, sweep, and empty trash inside the training facilities and emptygarbage cans, pressure wash, mow lawn, and leaf blow outside thetraining facilitiesFill self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bottlesWash, fuel, and clean training vehiclesSet up training props, assist with building training props, and pick up and deliver building materialsDrive district support vehicles within and outside the CountyEMS DivisionFire District Aides in the Emergency Medical Services Division (EMS) divisionDuties may include but are no limited to: Inventory and order EMS division medical supplies and medications, including coordinating with outside vendors Monitor EMS medication requests and deliver medications and supplies to all fire stationsMonitor medication expirations and exchange medications that are due for expiration with AMRMonitor AED spreadsheet for battery and patch expirations and replacement Maintain EMS training supply closet and atticWash and schedule EMS vehicles for maintenance and repairAssist with quarterly EMS training delivery Assist with the FIT test of employees for N95/P100 respirators Repair, order, and arrange maintenance for LP15 monitorsAssist other divisions with delivery of supplies, set up and break down equipment for special presentation, assist with graduations, firefighter exams, and large training sessionsDrive district support vehicles within and outside the CountyFire Prevention BureauThe fire prevention division performs inspections of all new construction and existing occupancies throughout the District. Through education, engineering practices, and enforcement, we ensure that the occupancies and operations governed by the California Fire Code are there to protect the public and our firefighters alike. Duties may include: Supporting the operations of the Prevention DivisionSpecial projects including but not limited to programs funded by grants and Measure XAssistance with public education activitiesDrive district support vehicles within and outside the CountyWash and schedule FPB vehicles for maintenance and repairCommunications DivisionThe Communications Division operates the 911 system for nearly all fire, emergency, and medical calls County-wide and manages the dispatch of first responders to fire and EMS incident. Duties may include: Overall logistical support of the Communications Division (Fire Dispatch Center, Information Services and Telecommunications) Delivery and pickup of related communications, radios and information technology equipmentCommunications, radio and information technology Inventory tracking and accountabilityFire radio hardware and programming supportSupport Services/Apparatus ShopAssist fire mechanics as needed with fire apparatus repairs Vacuum, sweep, and empty trash cans in Apparatus ShopMake sure bathroom and break room are kept clean and stockedAssist driver clerk with transporting fire apparatus to and from fire stations and repair facilities ? Pick up fire apparatus repair parts from various vendorsWash, fuel, and keep Apparatus Shop vehicles cleanMay be used to assist fire mechanics with apparatus repairs on fire groundsDrive district support vehicles within and outside the CountySupport Services/SupplyThe Supply section is the central warehousing point for the Fire District. The Supply section is the storehouse for all of the district’s household supplies, office supplies, medical equipment, firefighting equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). In addition to storing and delivering products, the Supply section works with vendors to perform periodic NFPA compliant inspections of PPE, repair of equipment and training of new equipment. Duties may include: Receive, stock, and issue essential office, household, medical, andautomotive supplies to all fire stationsReceive shipped packages and deliver to destined locationsDrive and deliver district vehicle and heavy duty apparatus between firestationsFill self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bottles and swap out withempty ones from all fire stationsDeliver emergency supplies (food, water, canopies, etc.) during regular andweekend shifts at emergency incidents during the fire seasonDrive district support vehicles within and outside the CountyHonor, Dignity, and Heritage/Health and Wellness ProgramsFire District Aides will primarily support our Honor, Dignity, and Heritage Program (HDH) and our Health and Wellness Program (HW), ensuring the smooth operation of various initiatives aimed at honoring our history, fostering a culture of wellness, and enhancing the overall quality of life for our personnel.Duties may include: Report to the Deputy Chief of Advanced Planning or designee.Assist in setting up events, ceremonies, and activities.Set up for monthly HDH and HW meetings.Pick up and deliver District related historical materials.Maintain and clean District memorials and monuments. Drive District support vehicles within and outside of the County.Assist with apparatus and station sanitizing.Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.A few reasons you might love this job: District Aides typically work as a cohesive team, working together to perform assigned tasksYou will be working for an agency that is known for employee satisfaction and camaraderieYou will have ample learning opportunities that will allow you to develop your skills and abilitiesEvery day brings a variety of work and opportunities to make a difference with the potential to impact the delivery of important public servicesA few challenges you might face in this job: Learning and adapting to the organizational and paramilitary chain of command in a professional environmentPriorities and assignments can change based on the needs of the departmentTo read the complete job description, please visit this website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/classspecs/1252383?keywords=fire district aide&pagetype=classSpecificationsImportant DateRecruitment closes: May 5, 2024Hiring interviews: to be determinedPlease visit www.cccfpd.org to learn more about the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process. The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.For recruitment specific questions, please contact Elizabeth Loud at eloud@cccfpd.org. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at 1 855-524-5627. CONVICTION HISTORYAfter you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERAll Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.