FCTC Referral Firefighter Trainee – Department of Fire Jobs Near Me

Overview

Position Title: Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Company: City Of Gilroy

Location: Gilroy, CA, US

Job Description:

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for a versatile Facilities Maintenance Specialist that is knowledgeable and experienced in a diverse set of technical trades.

Under direct supervision of the Facilities Superintendent, the Facilities Maintenance Specialist performs a variety of semi-skilled construction and/or repair work related to electrical wiring, plumbing installations, carpentry work, HVAC, and much more. In this position you must be proficient with basic tools and equipment, and have the capability to diagnose mechanical problems and methodically troubleshoot any issues occurring with building systems, machines, and equipment. Project managements skills and appropriately prioritizing your work is imperative to succeed in this position. Additionally, the Facilities Maintenance Specialist must possess excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, along with a friendly and outgoing demeanor to provide quality customer service. Furthermore, this person must be able to confidently work well under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Operate all Fire department apparatus and equipment and assist with mitigating emergency and non-emergency incidents.
• Test and maintain fire apparatus, equipment and facilities.
• Conduct fire safety inspections and public education presentations as necessary.
• Participate in related training programs.
• Respond to fires, medical-aid related calls, hazardous material incidents, rescues, and other requests for emergency service as well as non-emergency public service requests.

Requirements:

• Remain calm during stressful situations and make sound decisions
• Work independently and as part of a team to achieve the desired results
• Serve others before self
• Maintain a positive demeanor and attitude
• Education equivalent to graduation from high school. Additional college level course work in the field of paramedicine and fire science/technology strongly preferred.
• Must be on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List by meeting the entry-level Firefighter candidate requirements and passing the written and physical ability testing elements.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desired.
• Shall comply with no tobacco use standard (includes all types of nicotine/tobacco).
• Must be able to successfully complete a Firefighter I Academy (meets or exceeds the standards for certification by the State Board of Fire Services and the
• Office of the State Fire Marshal and in-house training programs).
• Pass an extensive background investigation, which includes a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
• Be able to meet the current medical standards for a Firefighter and be free from any physical condition which might adversely affect the ability to perform the duties of a City of Gilroy Firefighter.
• Willingness to continue education and training by taking additional courses, attending seminars and workshops, supplemented by individual study.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
• Pass a post-offer psychological evaluation and a medical examination, which includes a drug test.
• Possess at time of application, and maintain, a valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (EMT-P) license.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• One year of full-time (or equivalent; equivalency determined by the City of Gilroy) work experience within the last year as a licensed paramedic in the State of California.
• Learn, train, and positively represent the Gilroy Fire Department as a top academy student
• Work, live, and interact with people of diverse backgrounds