Pay Rate: $40.29 -$47.40 Per Hour, DOE + Benefits

Under general supervision, drives assigned fire apparatus or other automotive equipment to scenes of fire and emergencies. Performs all essential duties of Firefighter and Fire Engineer classifications.

Education:

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Associates Degree or higher in Fire Science or related major is desired.
• Two years experience as a Firefighter required.
• Certificate of completion from a State Certified Fire Academy.
• Certified by the California State Board of Fire Services as a Firefighter 1.
• EMT B Certification.
• Possession of a current CPR card.
• Valid Firefighter Class B California Driver’s License.
• Completed Firefighter 1 Certification Task Book under the NWCG PMS 310-1.

Required Qualifications:

• Must complete Apparatus Operator 1A and 1B.
• Must complete Chumash Fire Department Structure Firefighter Task Book within one year from hire date.
• Knowledge of fire behavior and suppression techniques; operation and maintenance of pumping engines and water tender; practical/applied hydraulics; mathematics; water pressure and flow calculations; hydrant and water main systems; traffic laws and regulations; reservation geography; universal fire vocabulary and emergency medical care and basic life support techniques; basic mechanical and building construction maintenance principles; universal safety precautions when providing medical attention; equipment safety inspection procedures; the proper handling of toxic/hazardous materials.
• Must be insurable to drive department vehicle.
• Must pass physical agility test within 30 days of hire and continue to pass each year of employment thereafter.
• Proficiency in computers, including Microsoft Office, email, and internet.
• Able to handle multiple projects concurrently and effectively balance priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated patience and tact.
• Exceptional detail and follow-up skills.
• Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
• Native American hiring preference applies.

About Us:

Chumash Enterprises is one of the premier employers in Santa Barbara County. We excel in providing a “Welcome to Freedom” atmosphere to our Chumash Casino Resort guests, while also offering a high level of care and customer service at our various Chumash-owned properties. For our Team Members, we are a unique employer with a “Free to Be Me” mentality. That means our Team Members have the ability to bring their most unique and individual selves to the workplace. It means they have the freedom to find their own path to success. With more than 1,800 Team Members, we offer a stable, rewarding, and energetic work environment with competitive pay, benefits, exciting growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement and more!
As our organization grows, new and exciting opportunities continue to develop at all of our properties, including Chumash Casino Resort, Chumash Employee Resource Center, Chumash Gas Station, Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic, Tribal Operations, Hotel Corque and The Hadsten.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Consistent with federal law, Native American hiring preference applies.