This promotional recruitment for the position of Fire Engineer is open to current regular City of Santa Cruz employees only.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment is valid for up to one year from the date established unless the list is extended or abolished by the Human Resources Director.

Under direction, the Fire Engineer drives, operates, and maintains fire apparatus and related equipment; participates in fire suppression, prevention, emergency medical care, and rescue activities; and performs other related duties as required.

Recruitment #26-001

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: The following process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Director. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. On

Thursday, July 24, 2025, the recruitment will close. All complete application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department by 5:00 pm; postmarks are not accepted. Failure to submit a completed application and required documentation may result in disqualification.

To apply, please submit the following: Application - online application only. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of filling out the application form completely. Click the Apply button to begin the online application process. Response to supplemental questions - will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position.

Any work experience described here must also be included in your employment history on the main application to receive credit. Required attachments :

A three-year DMV driving record printout (obtained within 30 days prior to recruitment closing date) scanned and attached to online application. Online printouts will be accepted in lieu of an official printout with your application.

Request Your Driver's Record - California DMV State Fire Marshal certificates Driver Operator 1A

and

1B Valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate or California Paramedic license Current CPR certificate

Week of 07/28/25: Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications for the position and applicants notified of their status in the recruitment by 07/29/25.

Qualified candidates who have successfully passed the application process will be invited to participate in testing as follows. Week of 08/04/25 : Written exam will be held

Monday and/or Tuesday, 08/04 and 08/05/2025. Candidates passing the written exam will proceed to the Fire Engineer's practical assessment. Candidates will be informed of their status and invitation to the Engineer's practical assessment by Tuesday, 08/12/2025. Week of 08/18/25:

Fire

Engineer's practical assessment

will be held on

Monday, 08/18/2025 . The assessment will include apparatus driving and manipulative stations. Candidates will be informed of their status and invitation to the panel interview by Thursday, 08/21/2025. Week of 08/25/25:

Candidates passing the Fire Engineer's Practical Assessment will be scheduled for a panel interview on

Monday,

08/25/2025.

Candidates will be informed of their status and invitation to the Chief's interview by 08/26/2025. Top candidates from the panel interviews will proceed to the Chief's interview on

Wednesday or Thursday,

08/27 and/or 08/28/2025.

( May include, but are not limited to, those duties listed below. ) Drives fire apparatus and selects appropriate response routes. Operates pumping, hydraulic, and other mechanical fire apparatus systems and equipment. Performs daily vehicle inspection, apparatus checks, and equipment inventory. Performs routine maintenance and minor mechanical repairs on fire apparatus and related equipment. Assists paramedics in providing emergency medical care. Assists firefighters in attacking and extinguishing fires, conducting rescues, responding to hazardous materials incidents, and performing related life and property protection. Trains fire personnel in the operation and care of fire apparatus and related equipment. Participates in drills and training activities. Participates in fire inspections and other fire prevention activities. Performs maintenance duties at fire stations. Prepares reports and maintains records and logs. Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires lifting, carrying, dragging and pushing tools, equipment, supplies, victims and patients weighing up to 165 pounds. Perform prolonged sitting, standing, climbing, walking, and running on variety of surfaces including, but not limited to, the following: level, rough, rocky, uneven, steep, and slippery. Perform movements including balancing, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. Use both near and far vision when assessing emergency situations, performing inspections and reading documents. Hear pager, radio communications, human voice, sirens, alarms and other auditory warning devices clearly in both emergency and non-emergency situations. Smell in order to detect odors, such as smoke, gases and other odors that could indicate harmful or dangerous environments. The incumbent in this position may be exposed to a variety of working conditions, including but not limited to wet, extreme heat and cold, smoke and products of combustion, explosions, electrical hazards, toxic or caustic chemicals, structurally compromised buildings/facilities, and biological/radiological hazards. This position may be exposed to loud noises such as helicopters, fire engines and chainsaws. The nature of the work may require the incumbent to climb and work on ladders at heights greater than 10 feet, work in confined spaces and wear a breathing apparatus. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation. The minimum qualifications for Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following: Education and Experience High school graduation or tested equivalent; and Two (2) years of experience as a full-time firefighter. Knowledge

: Standard fire department policies, procedures and practices. Methods of inspecting and performing minor repairs on fire apparatus and associated equipment. Principles of mechanics, hydraulics, and pumps as related to Fire Engineer duties. Principles and practices of fire suppression, emergency medical services, and fire prevention. City streets, response routes, and water distribution systems. High quality customer service methodology and principles. Hazards and generally accepted safety standards. City ordinances and administrative rules and regulations affecting departmental operations and personnel matters. General City operations. Abilities

: Safely and effectively drive and operate the fire apparatus and equipment used by the department. Perform routine daily maintenance and minor mechanical repairs to fire apparatus and equipment. Learn technical concepts, procedures, and the operation of equipment utilized in firefighting, fire prevention and education. Use manual and/or power tools safely and effectively to perform essential duties. Assess situations quickly and adopt effective courses of action. Read, comprehend, retain, and apply a large number of technical procedures, policies, codes and orders. Work under physically demanding conditions and in potentially hazardous or stressful situations. Tactfully and effectively interact with all people regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, age, or economic status. Perform fire suppression activities. Provide appropriate assistance in medical emergencies. Maintain physical condition appropriate to perform the required duties. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Maintain accurate records. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships, and work effectively as a member of a team. Work a 24-hour continuous shift and be subject to call back during emergencies.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class B Commercial driver's license or Class C driver’s license with a Firefighter Endorsement certificate and safe driving record. State Fire Marshal certificates Driver Operator 1A and 1B. Possession at time of appointment and continued maintenance of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate

or

California Paramedic license. Current CPR certificate. Course equivalencies for required courses are acceptable from recognized training organizations like, but not limited to, California State Fire Marshal, CalFire, National Fire Academy, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Management Institute, US Forest Service, California Specialized Training Institute, National Wildfire Coordinating Group, and the International Association of Fire Fighters.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of the Santa Cruz Fire Department Acting Engineer training program by the completion of probation or successful completion of an equivalent program from another organization that meets the standards of NFPA 1002.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AA/AS degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Completion of college-level fire technology courses. Completion of California State Fire Training courses such as Aerial Apparatus Operations, Tiller Apparatus Operations, Wildland Fire Apparatus Operations, and Water Tender Fire Apparatus Operations. Completion of California State Fire Marshal courses for Fire Officer or Company Officer Bilingual (English/Spanish) Career Ladder Fire Chief Fire Division Chief Fire Battalion Chief Fire Captain/Deputy Fire Marshal Fire Engineer Firefighter/Fire Prevention Inspector II Fire Prevention Inspector I

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