Firefighter II; Lateral

The City of Lodi Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Lateral Firefighter II. Qualified applicants must be currently working as a full-time paid Firefighter with another agency and have a minimum of eighteen months of paid Firefighter experience, possession of a valid EMT card, Firefighter I certification issued by the California State Fire Marshal, and Class C driver's license with a Firefighter endorsement or Commercial Class A or B driver's license.

Applicants who do not meet all of the requirements will be rejected.

Please note:
All applications and supplemental questions must be completed fully and submitted on an official City of Lodi application form. Only online applications will be accepted.

First Review of Applications:
October 3, 2025

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.

This is the full working level class in fire suppression, performing all duties required to effectively respond to emergency fire suppression and basic life support medical situations. Incumbents perform a wide range of firefighting and fire support duties.

• 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.
• Participates in public relations and public education programs.
• Participates 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 communicates with people under trying circumstances.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work.
• Willingness to participate in the Lodi Fire Department fitness program.

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

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

Experience: Minimum of 18 months of full-time Firefighter experience.

Certificate of Completion from an accredited fire Academy equivalent to a California ALA, California ARTP, Pro Board, IFSAC, or an academy equal to the Stockton Regional Fire Academy.

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 to enable them to drive required Fire Department vehicles within 6 months after completing probationary period.

Possession of a Paramedic License is desirable.

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…