Seasonal Firefighter City of Susanville
The men and women of the City of Susanville Fire Department are dedicated
to serving the City of Susanville. The Fire Departments mission is to provide
the highest quality fire, rescue and emergency services to the Susanville
community in a caring and professional manner.
Residency Policy:
The Susanville Fire Department’s critical functions may require employees to
respond during emergencies or urgent situations within a reasonable time and
therefore its employees are subject to the city of Susanville residency policy.
To view the residency policy, please visit the Human Resources page on the
city's website.
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About the Organization: Susanville is a full service city
offering its employees fulfilling work in a progressive
environment.
Civic Engagement: Working for the city of Susanville
allows you to actively contribute to the well-being and
development of your local community. You can play
a direct role in shaping and improving city services,
infrastructure, and quality of life for its residents.
Variety of Roles and Opportunities: The city of Susanville
employs individuals across a wide range of departments and
functions, including administration, public safety, public works,
planning, recreation, and more. This provides diverse job experiences and the
potential to explore different areas of interest or develop specialized skills.
Collaboration and Teamwork: The city of Susanville fosters a collaborative
work environment, encouraging teamwork and cooperation among
employees. You will have the opportunity to work alongside colleagues who
share a common goal of serving our community, fostering a sense of
camaraderie and shared purpose.
Professional Development: The city of Susanville provides opportunities for
professional growth and development through training programs, workshops,
and educational support. These initiatives can help you enhance your skills,
acquire new knowledge, and advance your career within the organization.
Employee Support and Recognition: The city of Susanville has policies and
programs in place to support its employees' well-being and recognize their
contributions. This includes employee assistance programs, wellness
initiatives, employee appreciation events, and recognition for outstanding
performance.
Susanville Fire Department
Becoming a Seasonal Firefighter at the Susanville
Fire Department will help individuals gain
experience in emergency services fields; and will
promote a sense of accomplishment, achievement,
and pride in the work they do. Seasonal
Firefighters will learn new skills, be a part of a
team, give back to the community, and make a real
difference.
about the position:
The Seasonal Firefighter is a temporary employee of the Susanville Fire
Department. This position, under the supervision of the Fire Captain,
provides fuel reduction of properties in the city, assists with fire
department projects and programs, operates equipment, assists with
local and state wildland fire suppression, supports weed abatement
program and does related work as required.
About the Department:
The Fire Department consists of sworn personnel consisting of a Public
Safety Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, three Fire Captains, three Firefighter-
Engineers, and one Administrative Assistant.
The Susanville Fire Department has several dedicated volunteers and an
Explorer Scouts Program. The Susanville Fire Department has automatic
and mutual aid agreements in place with local, state and federal
agencies. The department encourages career development through
ongoing education and training programs.
Seasonal Firefighter Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Utilizes tools and equipment to remove vegetation and other
materials from properties that have been scheduled for abatement;
Assists with programs and projects that fall under the responsibility
of the fire department;
Cleans, maintains, and repairs tools and equipment;
Responds to fire, rescue, medical, and other emergency incidents;
Lays supply and suppression hose lines and operates nozzle to direct
stream of water on fire;
Raises, lowers, and climbs ladders;
Performs overhaul and salvage operations;
Operates radio, telephone, and computer equipment;
Cleans station quarters, equipment, and maintains a clean and
orderly condition in and about the fire house;
Studies fire department rules and regulations, public education and
prevention practices, and firefighting techniques;
Participates in fire drills and training exercises;
May be required to respond to emergency calls during non-duty
hours;
Performs other related duties similar to the above in scope and
function as required.
