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Reserve Firefighter Recruitment 

The Cambria Community Services District is currently accepting applications for the Reserve Firefighter position. This recruitment is open until the needs of the District are met. For first consideration, apply immediately. 

About the Position

Under supervision of an engine company officer, respond to fires, medical aid, rescue, hazardous material incidents, motor vehicle accidents, and other emergency and non-emergency incidents. Maintain a state of mental and physical readiness to respond to emergency calls. Participate in training activities, maintain fire equipment and facilities, perform public education and fire prevention duties, and assist in training reserve firefighters, as well as other duties.  May participate in extended period out of county strike team assignments, and/or extended station coverage during such assignments. Firefighters will work with a full-time or reserve officer on 24-hour shifts as part of a three or four-person engine company. This is a part-time, at-will position. Reserve Firefighters earn $16/hour, and typically are assigned 24-hour shifts. Overtime is paid at time and one-half, for time worked in excess of 182 hours in a 24-day period.

To review the position description, please click the link below.

Reserve Firefighter Position Description

Minimum Requirements 

  • At least 18 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalency
  • California State Fire Marshal Firefighter 1 certification, or proof of Firefighter 1 certification in process with California State Fire Marshal, or proof of completion of California State Fire Marshal accredited Firefighter 1 academy
  • Current EMT-1 or EMT-P certification
  • Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational Certification
  • Current CPAT card
  • Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance

Application Process

Electronic submittals are strongly preferred and should be directed to administration@cambriacsd.org and include the following: completed application, cover letter, resume, and proof of minimum requirements. All applicants will be reviewed, and only those candidates determined to be most qualified for the position on the basis of experience, training, and education as submitted will move forward in the hiring process. The candidate who has completed all prior phases of the hiring process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.

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