Firefighter Paramedic

THE DISTRICT

The Ripon Consolidated Fire District serves the community of Ripon and the rural area that makes up 56 square miles and serving a population of approximately 20,000 people. The District is located in the southern part of San Joaquin County, bordering Stanislaus County and the Stanislaus River. The District is responsible for the protection of a variety of geographical areas, ranging from residential neighborhoods, commercial and industrial buildings, rural areas, State Route 99,120 as well as the Stanislaus River.

The Ripon Consolidated Fire District has three stations: the main fire station is located at 142 S. Stockton Ave and is staffed 24 hours with 5 paid personnel on duty per shift; second fire station is located at 18800 Murphy Rd in our rural part of the District unstaffed; and a third fire station is located at the corner of North Ripon Rd and River Rd within the city limits of Ripon, unstaffed.

Today, the District has a staff of 19 fulltime personnel, one Fire Chief, three administration staff, fifteen line personnel and one Fire Prevention Officer. The Fire District is governed by a 5-member elected board under the statutory found in California Health & Safety Code – The Fire Protection District Law of 1987 (Health & Safety Code §13800. et seq.)

Under general supervision of a Fire Captain or Acting Fire Captain, employees within the Fire Fighter Paramedic job classification operate as a member of a fire company or as a member of an ambulance unit, respond to fire, rescue, hazardous material, medical and other emergencies to protect life and property from the effects or potential effects of emergency conditions. Employees in this classification also administer advanced life support, respond to non-emergency events, and participate in training, equipment and station maintenance, fire prevention activities.

Firefighter Paramedics will be assigned to a 48/96 schedule and maybe assigned to a transport ambulance unit.

Employees in the Firefighter Paramedic job classification are supervised by a Fire Captain and/or Acting Fire Captain. Employees within the Firefighter Paramedic job classification are not considered supervisors.

• Attend training courses, read and study assigned materials related to firefighting and fire prevention.
• Respond to fire alarms with company, operate pumps, aerial ladders and auxiliary equipment, lay and connect hose, maneuver nozzles and direct fire streams, raise and climb ladders, use fire extinguishers, axes, bars, hooks, and other fire related equipment that is assigned.
• Ventilate burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by cutting holes in roofs and floors.
• Perform salvage operations by placing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris.
• Drive and operate motor-driven equipment under special instructions and limited conditions.
• Clean and maintain apparatus, equipment and tools, report mechanical failures or difficulties to the company officer.
• Perform necessary basic or advance life support on sick or injured persons at the sites of emergencies, en route to hospitals or other medical facilities. Patient care includes all San Joaquin County Emergency Medical Services EMT-B/EMT-P scope of practice.
• Exercise precautions to avoid injury while performing duties.
• Be responsible for the safekeeping and proper care of all fire district property.
• Participate in drills and other fire district training activities as directed and become thoroughly familiar with all equipment.
• Assist in fire inspections, checks of buildings and structures for fire hazards and compliance with the fire prevention ordinances.
• Remain ready to perform all essential duties and responsibilities.
• Perform assigned housekeeping duties at the fire station.
• Be respectful and courteous to supervisors and