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Hand Crew Firefighter
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- Online Application
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- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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- $24.75 - $26.25 an hour
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- Background check
- 18 years or older
- High school
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- Online Application
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- Online Application
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Volunteer Reserve Firefighter
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Fire Engineer
City of Montclair —Montclair, CA
- Online Application
- CPR Certification
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Firefighter/Paramedic
City of Canyon Lake, CA —Canyon Lake, CA
- $69,586.68 - $84,583.05 a year
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- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Firefighter (Paramedic) - Lateral
City of Montclair —Montclair, CA
- Online Application
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Fire Division Chief
Orange County Fire Authority —Irvine, CA
- $236,038.40 a year
- Online Application
- Clean driving record
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Hand Crew Firefighter

Orange County Fire Authority -
Irvine, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,060.80 - $53,996.80 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Flexible spending account
Gym membership
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Non-CDL Class C

Full Job Description

DESCRIPTION

This classification will receive the following base wage increases:

4.5% effective March 19, 2027
4.5% effective March 17, 2028
4.5% effective March 16, 2029
4.5% effective March 15, 2030
4.5% effective March 14, 2031

The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is currently accepting applications for the position of Hand Crew Firefighter. Please review the entire recruitment bulletin for important information before applying.

For more information about the Orange County Fire Authority Hand Crew Firefighter please visit www.joinocfa.org.

CLASS SUMMARY:

Under supervision, to perform a full range of strenuous physical tasks relative to fire suppression, fire line construction, improvement, and rehabilitation to fire lines and burn areas; mop up fire hotspots using hand tools to stop the fire spread; and related support functions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Hand Crew Firefighter is distinguished from a Firefighter, which has a full range of firefighting responsibilities. In addition to the performance of hand crew firefighting duties, incumbents may serve on as needed basis in technical assignments performing one of the following: fire suppression and prevention, training, and communications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To view the comprehensive class specification, please click on the following link: Hand Crew Firefighter.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of this job such as those listed in the Essential Functions section of the classification specification for Hand Crew Firefighter.

EDUCATION (position requirement at entry)

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

EXPERIENCE (position requirement at entry):

Experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of this job

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (position requirement at entry)

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (position requirements at entry):

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at time of appointment. This classification is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program, which periodically provides Risk Management with the incumbent's Driver License record and status.

HIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of an S-130 Firefighter Training Certificate
Possession of an S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior Certificate
Possession of L-180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service Certificate
Possession of a CA/S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws Certificate or NWCG S-112: Introduction to Chainsaw Operations
Possession of an NWCG Firefighter Type 1
Possession of a valid California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License or Paramedic License
Completion of a State Certified Basic Firefighter 1 Academy
Possession of a valid Incident Qualification Card / Firefighter Red Card or Incident Qualifications and Certifications System (IQCS) Master Record

NOTE: Applicants who possess some or all of the highly desired certificates listed above MUST attach a scanned PDF copy at time of application submission.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Last Day to Apply: Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Written Examination: Week of August 31, 2026
Arduous Pack Test: Week of October 5, 2026
Oral Interviews: October 26, 2026 – November 6, 2026
Fire Chief Interviews: January 2027
Eligibility List Established: TBD
Background Investigation Orientation: TBD
Expected Start Date: June 2027

Please note, all dates are subject to change based on organizational need. Should a change occur, Human Resources will notify all affected candidates via email.

ONLINE APPLICATION

An applicant must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement, which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire and PDF copies of certificates. To apply for this position, please visit www.ocfa.org and submit your online application and all relevant supplemental documentation.

Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application. The OCFA reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system.

Human Resources will screen all applications for minimum qualifications, however, the OCFA reserves the right to refer only the better qualified applicants.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION

The minimum passing score is 80%. The written exam will have a weight of 25% of the candidates' overall score. All candidates that achieve a score of 80% or above on the written examination will be invited to the arduous pack test.

ARDUOUS PACK TEST

Candidates must pass the arduous pack test exam in a time of 45:00 minutes or less. The arduous pack test consists of a three (3) mile hike with a 45-pound pack over level terrain. The arduous pack test will be coordinated by the OCFA at a nearby facility. Candidates may substitute an IQCS Master Record showing their current fitness level status as Arduous as a substitute for completing this portion of the recruitment process. All candidates who successfully complete the arduous pack test will be invited to the oral interview.

PANEL INTERVIEW

The minimum passing score is 80%. The panel interview will have a weight of 75% of the candidates' overall score. The panel interview will be arranged by Human Resources. Human Resources will notify referred candidates by email of the scheduled dates, times, and locations.

CHIEF'S INTERVIEW

Candidates who successfully complete the Chief's interview may be invited to begin the pre-employment background process. The Chief's interview will be arranged by Human Resources. Human Resources will notify candidates by email of the scheduled dates, times, and locations for their assigned interview.

ELIGIBILITY LIST

Placement on the eligibility list will be established based on a combination of the written examination score (25%) and the panel interview score (75%). The arduous pack test is pass/fail. The eligibility list will remain in effect for a period of one (1) year from the date of establishment or until all the names on the list are exhausted. The eligibility list may be extended or abolished at the discretion of the Assistant Chief/Human Resources Director.

SELECTION

Tentative selections will be completed after the Fire Chief interviews. Final selections are based on vacancies and successful completion of:

Pre-employment background check
Pre-employment medical examination

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION

Candidate must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment medical exam including a drug screen through the OCFA's designated physician.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND

Candidate must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment background investigation including, but not limited to fingerprinting, current and previous employment history check, reference check, DMV check, criminal history check, and licensure/certification check.

POST EMPLOYMENT OFFERS

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion / clearance of a comprehensive pre-employment medical exam and drug screen through the OCFA's designated health care providers, and completion of a comprehensive background investigation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, driving, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

TOBACCO PRODUCTS

Employees represented by the Orange County Professional Firefighters Association (OCPFA) hired after September 1, 2016, are not permitted to use tobacco products on or off duty.

LOYALTY OATH

All new employees must take an oath of allegiance to the United States of America and the State of California.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact Julie Kwak, Human Resources Analyst II at (714) 573-6828 or [email protected] within 72 hours prior to the need for the accommodation.

QUESTIONS

All questions regarding this position should be directed to Julie Kwak, Human Resources Analyst II at (714) 573-6828 or [email protected].

NOTE

The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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