Firefighter

Firefighter

The City of Turlock is accepting applications for the Firefighter position. Under general supervision performs the full range of fire and fire suppression and medical response duties. This classification is assigned to the Fire bargaining unit for labor relation's purposes and is subject to call back and overtime assignments. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Firefighter classification is the entry-level classification in the professional Firefighter series. Employees in this classification perform all firefighting duties at a fire station under the direction of a superior officer, however, considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The principal function of an employee in this class is to respond to fires, medical emergencies, and other emergency and non-emergency situations to ensure the protection of life and property of the public in the City.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Works under the general supervision of a Fire Captain or other supervisor as assigned. May assist in the training of paid personnel.

Essential Functions - Include But Are Not Limited To The Following:

• Responds to fire alarms with assigned company; lays and connects hose; maintains pumping apparatus; holds nozzles and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders.
• Operates all types of portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, smoke ejectors, salvage covers, forcible entry tools, aerial ladder equipment, emergency medical equipment and other rescue equipment.
• Provides basic life support at emergency medical incidents, applies techniques to control bleeding, administers first aid, C.P.R. and defibrillator, and assists paramedics at medical emergencies.
• Responds to hazardous materials incidents.
• Participates in fire inspection activities and other fire prevention and public education activities as assigned.
• Participates in fire drills; attends training sessions which include firefighting techniques, emergency medical care and the proper use of all equipment and related tools.
• Cleans apparatus and equipment and performs general custodial duties as required.
• Issues bicycle licenses.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Firefighting rescue methods and techniques;
• Emergency medical skills and techniques, including first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

Ability to:

• Learn to apply firefighting and medical techniques and procedures;
• Learn the basic operation and mechanics of firefighting equipment;
• Maintain, inspect and make minor adjustments and repairs to fire apparatus and equipment;
• Analyze emergency and non-emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action;
• Identify fire hazards and conduct inspections;
• Interpret, understand and carry out City and Department rules and regulations, policies, procedures and training evolutions;
• Retain presence of mind, think and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations;
• Read and interpret maps, and pre-fire plan drawings;
• Learn the geography of the City, including the layout of the City's water main system and street numbering system;
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the principles of mathematics;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Perform office work as assigned;

Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Minimum 18 years of age at time of application. Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school. College level courses encouraged. Desirable:

• Possession of either a California State Fire Marshal's Office Firefighter I certificate or an IFSAC/Pro-Board Firefighter I certificate from outside the State of California
• Completion of a California State Fire Marshal's Office accredited Firefighter I academy
• Completion of fifteen (15) or more semester units of college course work in fire science or a related field
• Two (2) or more years active service with an honorable discharge from any branch of the US military

Licenses:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license at time of appointment, to be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Possession of current national registry EMT or current California EMT certification at time of appointment. Must possess a California and/or National registry EMT certification at time of appointment, to be maintained as a condition of employment. A course completion certificate is NOT adequate.
• Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate for the Health Care Professional.
• Passing score of 70% or higher on the FCTC Written test must be obtained within the past twelve months from the final application filing date.
• Possession of a CPAT Certificate issued within the past twelve months from the final application filing date.

Additional Information

Physical Conditions: Incumbents must possess at the time of appointment to this position and maintain the physical ability and stamina to meet fire and safety protection line duties including: Vision corrected sufficiently to drive City vehicles and apparatus and meet medical standards established by the Department of Motor Vehicles to maintain a Class C Driver's License, read blueprints, fine print and MDT's; hear well enough to identify mechanical noises, converse on the radio, telephone, and in person over incident noise; bodily mobility to crawl in attics, maintain balance on narrow platforms, to climb ladders, make rapid transitions from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods; use of hands and fingers to write, drive vehicles and administer medical treatment; must be able to lift equipment and people as necessary; free from any physical, emotional or mental condition that might adversely affect the ability to exercise the duties of the position; tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing essential functions, must perform physically demanding work in hot (up to 400 F), and humid (up to 100% humidity) atmospheres while wearing firefighting equipment which significantly impairs body cooling mechanisms. An eligibility list will be established from this recruitment that will be valid for six (6) months. All employees are required to serve a twelve (12) month probationary period.

Selection Process: 1. All applicants must complete City of Turlock application for employment form, supplemental questionnaire and attach documents/certifications/license demonstrating possession of minimum qualifications stated in this job announcement.

2. You may submit your required documentation using the following options:

• Attach a scanned copy in the "Add Attachment" option (of the NEOGOV online application) or
• Fax a copy to (209) 668-5529 or
• Email a copy to jvue@turlock.ca.us or
• Hand deliver copies of your attachments to the Human Relations Department, located at 156 S. Broadway, Suite 235, Turlock, CA on or before the final filing date.

Applications will be rejected if applicant fails to attach required documentation to the employment application prior to final filing date. 3. Applications will be reviewed for possession of the minimum qualifications. 4. The City will verify Written Examination (A passing score is 70% or more) and CPAT scores with the FCTC. Completed applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next phase of the testing process, an oral interview. The oral examination is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, and Thursday, July 23, 2026. 5. Candidates must receive a passing score of 70% or more on the oral interview to be placed on the eligibility list. Ranking on the eligibility list is based solely on the results of the oral interview. 6. Finalists will be referred to the Fire Chief for final appointment consideration. 7. Final appointment will be contingent upon passing the following: a) Background investigation; b) Medical examination (including a strength/stamina exam, drug/alcohol screening, hearing and vision exam); and c) Psychological examination.

Veterans' Preference System The City of Turlock has adopted a veterans' preference system (effective January 1, 2002). The percentage score achieved through entrance (non-promotional) examination which ranks applicants on an eligibility list shall be adjusted to provided: (a) one (1) percentage point added to the final test score for each six (6) months of active service during time of armed conflict, up to a maximum of five (5) points and (b) five (5) percentage points added to the final test score

Firefighter

The City of Turlock is accepting applications for the Firefighter position. Under general supervision performs the full range of fire and fire suppression and medical response duties. This classification is assigned to the Fire bargaining unit for labor relation's purposes and is subject to call back and overtime assignments. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Firefighter classification is the entry-level classification in the professional Firefighter series. Employees in this classification perform all firefighting duties at a fire station under the direction of a superior officer, however, considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The principal function of an employee in this class is to respond to fires, medical emergencies, and other emergency and non-emergency situations to ensure the protection of life and property of the public in the City.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Works under the general supervision of a Fire Captain or other supervisor as assigned. May assist in the training of paid personnel.

Essential Functions - Include But Are Not Limited To The Following:

• Responds to fire alarms with assigned company; lays and connects hose; maintains pumping apparatus; holds nozzles and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders.
• Operates all types of portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, smoke ejectors, salvage covers, forcible entry tools, aerial ladder equipment, emergency medical equipment and other rescue equipment.
• Provides basic life support at emergency medical incidents, applies techniques to control bleeding, administers first aid, C.P.R. and defibrillator, and assists paramedics at medical emergencies.
• Responds to hazardous materials incidents.
• Participates in fire inspection activities and other fire prevention and public education activities as assigned.
• Participates in fire drills; attends training sessions which include firefighting techniques, emergency medical care and the proper use of all equipment and related tools.
• Cleans apparatus and equipment and performs general custodial duties as required.
• Issues bicycle licenses.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Firefighting rescue methods and techniques;
• Emergency medical skills and techniques, including first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

Ability to:

• Learn to apply firefighting and medical techniques and procedures;
• Learn the basic operation and mechanics of firefighting equipment;
• Maintain, inspect and make minor adjustments and repairs to fire apparatus and equipment;
• Analyze emergency and non-emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action;
• Identify fire hazards and conduct inspections;
• Interpret, understand and carry out City and Department rules and regulations, policies, procedures and training evolutions;
• Retain presence of mind, think and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations;
• Read and interpret maps, and pre-fire plan drawings;
• Learn the geography of the City, including the layout of the City's water main system and street numbering system;
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the principles of mathematics;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Perform office work as assigned;

Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Minimum 18 years of age at time of application. Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school. College level courses encouraged. Desirable:

• Possession of either a California State Fire Marshal's Office Firefighter I certificate or an IFSAC/Pro-Board Firefighter I certificate from outside the State of California
• Completion of a California State Fire Marshal's Office accredited Firefighter I academy
• Completion of fifteen (15) or more semester units of college course work in fire science or a related field
• Two (2) or more years active service with an honorable discharge from any branch of the US military

Licenses:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license at time of appointment, to be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Possession of current national registry EMT or current California EMT certification at time of appointment. Must possess a California and/or National registry EMT certification at time of appointment, to be maintained as a condition of employment. A course completion certificate is NOT adequate.
• Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate for the Health Care Professional.
• Passing score of 70% or higher on the FCTC Written test must be obtained within the past twelve months from the final application filing date.
• Possession of a CPAT Certificate issued within the past twelve months from the final application filing date.

Additional Information

Physical Conditions: Incumbents must possess at the time of appointment to this position and maintain the physical ability and stamina to meet fire and safety protection line duties including: Vision corrected sufficiently to drive City vehicles and apparatus and meet medical standards established by the Department of Motor Vehicles to maintain a Class C Driver's License, read blueprints, fine print and MDT's; hear well enough to identify mechanical noises, converse on the radio, telephone, and in person over incident noise; bodily mobility to crawl in attics, maintain balance on narrow platforms, to climb ladders, make rapid transitions from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods; use of hands and fingers to write, drive vehicles and administer medical treatment; must be able to lift equipment and people as necessary; free from any physical, emotional or mental condition that might adversely affect the ability to exercise the duties of the position; tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature while performing essential functions, must perform physically demanding work in hot (up to 400 F), and humid (up to 100% humidity) atmospheres while wearing firefighting equipment which significantly impairs body cooling mechanisms. An eligibility list will be established from this recruitment that will be valid for six (6) months. All employees are required to serve a twelve (12) month probationary period.

Selection Process: 1. All applicants must complete City of Turlock application for employment form, supplemental questionnaire and attach documents/certifications/license demonstrating possession of minimum qualifications stated in this job announcement.

2. You may submit your required documentation using the following options:

• Attach a scanned copy in the "Add Attachment" option (of the NEOGOV online application) or
• Fax a copy to (209) 668-5529 or
• Email a copy to jvue@turlock.ca.us or
• Hand deliver copies of your attachments to the Human Relations Department, located at 156 S. Broadway, Suite 235, Turlock, CA on or before the final filing date.

Applications will be rejected if applicant fails to attach required documentation to the employment application prior to final filing date. 3. Applications will be reviewed for possession of the minimum qualifications. 4. The City will verify Written Examination (A passing score is 70% or more) and CPAT scores with the FCTC. Completed applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next phase of the testing process, an oral interview. The oral examination is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, and Thursday, July 23, 2026. 5. Candidates must receive a passing score of 70% or more on the oral interview to be placed on the eligibility list. Ranking on the eligibility list is based solely on the results of the oral interview. 6. Finalists will be referred to the Fire Chief for final appointment consideration. 7. Final appointment will be contingent upon passing the following: a) Background investigation; b) Medical examination (including a strength/stamina exam, drug/alcohol screening, hearing and vision exam); and c) Psychological examination.

Veterans' Preference System The City of Turlock has adopted a veterans' preference system (effective January 1, 2002). The percentage score achieved through entrance (non-promotional) examination which ranks applicants on an eligibility list shall be adjusted to provided: (a) one (1) percentage point added to the final test score for each six (6) months of active service during time of armed conflict, up to a maximum of five (5) points and (b) five (5) percentage points added to the final test score

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