Fire Suppression Aide (Fire District)

The Job

WE OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS! REGULAR FULL-TIME POSITIONS! 56-hour work week

The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is recruiting for Fire Suppression Aides who act as lead workers over Professional Hand Crews, and may work as a Dozer Swamper. Aides and Crews perform a variety of tasks requiring arduous manual labor in the prevention, suppression, and control of vegetation fires, and provide support during fire suppression emergencies. Learn more about the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District's Professional Hand Crew.

For more detailed information, review the Fire Suppression Aide job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITSTo review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background: A successful background check is required prior to assignment.

Physical Ability: The employees in this class are responsible for performing hazardous tasks under emergency conditions. The work in this class demands heavy physical labor for periods of varying duration under hazardous conditions and in all weather conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, hiking trails, working in steep, uneven terrain, working in confined areas, and working in smoke-filled limited visibility environments. This position requires the strength and physical abilities necessary to perform the duties of a fire fighter as specified by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards. Training includes successful completion of the NWCG Missoula Interagency Hotshot Physical Ability. Persons seeking appointment to this class must meet the safety health and physical condition standards.

Positions: Applicants must be willing to work anywhere within San Bernardino County. Employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Fire and Special Districts Dress Code, which prohibits all visible tattoos.

License: Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.Minimum Requirements

Must possess both Experience and Certifications:

EXPERIENCE:

Option A: Candidates must possess six (6) months experience as a Fire Suppression Aide for San Bernardino County Fire District within the last three (3) years. Option B: Candidates must possess six (6) months experience with another wildland firefighting agency within the last two (2) years.

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CERTIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess all of the following certifications:

• NWCG or CICCS Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)
• S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
• S-112 Introduction to Chainsaw Operations OR S-212, Intermediate Faller

NOTE: A copy of the required certifications, or a copy of the CA Incident Command Certification System Qualification Card (CICCS Red Card), verifying completion of training courses, MUST be attached to the application. If you have recently completed the courses and are awaiting certificates, you may substitute a recent letter from the training agency indicating the specific training courses & dates of completion. Desired Qualifications

Candidates with possession of the following certifications are highly desired:

• NWCG or CICCS Crew Boss, Single Resource (CRWB) Qualified
• Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT 4)
• I-300 Intermediate ICS
• S219 or CA219 Firing Operations
• Intermediate Faller Type 2 (FAL 2)
• California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator 1A

Be sure to submit a copy of all your certifications, if not included on your Red Card. Selection Process Examination Procedure: There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application, as well as the information provided as a response to the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Physical Agility Test: Selected qualified candidates on the eligible list will be invited to participate in a physical agility assessment, tentatively scheduled for January 10, 2027. Top candidates who successfully pass the physical agility test will be invited to participate in an oral interview.

The Physical Agility Test will consist of:

• 1.5 mile run in under 10 minutes and 35 seconds
• Max push-ups in 1 min. (minimum of 25)
• Max sit-ups in 1 min. (minimum of 40)
• Greater than 170lbs = 4 pull-ups
• 135-169lbs = 5 pull-ups
• 110-134lbs = 6 pull-ups
• Less than 109lbs = 7 pull-ups

Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Review the Veteran's Preference Policy for more information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

Benefits

Fire Suppression Aides San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.