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Shasta College
  • Position Number: 2239475
  • Location: Redding, CA
  • Position Type: Vocational & Technical - Fire Science
Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities
Overview:
The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west. The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River.

Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities. The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor's degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor's degrees. Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities.

Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our racially and socio-economically diverse staff and student population. Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success.

Classified positions in the California Community College system offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the empowerment of our students seeking to improve their lives and communities. Our classified staff engage with a diverse employee and student populations, facilitating equitable outcomes for all by implementing and supporting our various employment and academic programs. As a classified staff member at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals and educators working together to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives. A career in classified service at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience.

DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Equipment Technician – Fire Technology & EMS organizes and coordinates the equipment and supplies distribution for Fire Technology and EMS. The incumbent receives, inventories, fits, issues, stores, repairs, and maintains Fire Technology and EMS equipment, apparel, and supplies on a day to day basis. This position is responsible for training and supervising the work outcomes of student workers. The Equipment Technician – Fire Technology & EMS drives fire engines and other program vehicles for training and for District trips on an as-needed basis. This job class is responsible for the inventory, safe storage, and proper use of equipment, supplies, chemicals and materials related to fire suppression within an instructional program. Employees in this classification receive limited supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures.

CLASSIFICATION: Range 35 on the current Classified Salary Schedule, 40 hours per week, work assignment hours to be determined upon employment, Monday through Friday, 12 months per year.

SUPERVISOR: Director of Fire Technology and EMS Programs or Designee

BENEFITS: Holiday, vacation and sick time will be provided. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis, CalPERS Retirement and an employee assistance program (EAP).

Employees have the option to contribute to:
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 403(b) and 457 Retirement Plans
  • Section 125 Plan including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Day Care Accounts
In addition, employees have the option to purchase:
  • Disability Income Insurance
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident Only Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
For more information regarding Employment and Benefit Policies, please view the Classified Employee Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability
TYPICAL DUTIES
  • Organizes, distributes, services, maintains, cleans, repairs, collects, and logs inventory of equipment, apparatus, chemicals, and supplies for various fire program and EMS courses including, but not limited to:
  • emergency medical services; structural fire operations; rescue; forcible entry; ground ladders; hoses, nozzles, and appliances; ropes and rope rescue; vehicle extrication; command and control; instructor development; wildland fire operations; leadership and management; incident command systems; tactics and strategy; safety and survival; and similar domains in Fire Technology and EMS.
  • Maintains computerized inventory and record keeping for Fire Technology and EMS apparel, equipment, and supplies.
  • Maintains accurate records of equipment issued to students, faculty, and staff.
  • Assists in developing equipment and supply needs for budget preparation for the replacement of equipment, supplies, and apparel.
  • Receives, marks, issues, checks, cleans/disinfects, repairs, and maintains program apparel, and supplies.
  • Issues and collects Fire Technology and EMS equipment at the beginning and end of each class period to maintain accountability. Properly fits equipment for all Fire Technology and EMS students.
  • Cleans, sanitizes, and regularly inspects all program equipment.
  • Reports missing equipment and supplies and initiates recovery of items.
  • Makes minor adjustments and repairs to uniforms and equipment as necessary. Reports need for major repairs to supervisor.
  • Schedules required testing of equipment such as ladders, hose, SCBA, and PPE to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Performs regular daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of program fire engines, training ambulance, utility vehicles, and other apparatus assigned to the program.
  • Maintains equipment room in a neat and orderly manner.
  • Maintains a logbook and equipment inventory of all vehicles assigned to the program.
  • Schedules regular maintenance, service, and repairs of vehicles and other equipment through the college transportation department.
  • Trains and supervises the work outcomes of student workers.
  • Performs other related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
  • Computer applications to assist in recording an inventory of equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
  • Equipment, materials, supplies, chemicals, and terminology used in Fire Technology and EMS.
  • Basic uniform and equipment repair using an assortment of power and manual tools.
  • Uniform and equipment care including the effects of washing and drying uniforms.
  • Health and safety regulations relevant to the operations of the Fire Technology and EMS Programs.
  • Methods for providing training and direction in the accomplishment of tasks performed by student workers.
  • Standard English vocabulary, grammar, spelling, punctuation, typing, and filing procedures.
Ability to:
  • Prepare, operate, maintain, transport, and demonstrate proper use of equipment and materials related to Fire Technology and EMS.
  • Communicate and enforce established safety rules, regulations, and procedures related to equipment and chemical use to staff and students.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Maintain accurate records using a computer system and software applications.
  • Train and supervise the work outcomes of student workers to assist in assigned tasks and duties.
  • Receive, issue, store, and repair equipment in assigned departments and or programs.
  • Effectively communicate, orally and in writing.
  • Work independently, be organized and detail oriented.
  • Learn from errors, determine appropriate corrective action, and prevent repeated occurrences.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other, including those from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:
  • Indoor and outdoor work environment.
Hazards:
  • Exposure to air and water under high pressure, dust, noise, chemicals, and materials commonly encountered in fire suppression.
  • Contact with cleaning chemicals.
  • Work with and around compressed air and gas equipment and cylinders.
  • Decontamination of equipment, supplies, and clothing soiled by blood borne pathogens.


Experience/Education
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Required:
  • Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited fire academy program.
Experience Required:
  • One year of experience with equipment and supply inventory and coordination.
  • One year of experience using computers and software programs for routine business processes.
Experience Preferred:
  • Previous experience in a Fire Service and EMS position.
Possession of:
  • Class B California Driver's License with air brake endorsement or the ability to obtain the license within 90 calendar days of employment.
  • Current Fit Test card for the brand of SCBA used in the Fire Technology Program or the ability to obtain the card within 90 calendar days of employment.
  • SCBA service technician certificate for the brand of SCBA used in the Fire Technology Program or the ability to obtain the certificate within 180 calendar days of employment.


Additional Information
Online Application with Additional Preferred Materials to be attached to the application:

  • Cover letter addressing criteria listed in the position announcement
  • Current resume
  • College transcripts (unofficial will be accepted at the time of application)
Attention Applicants:
  • After the application has been submitted, all application materials will be screened.
  • Internal candidates must also submit all required materials to be considered.
  • Candidate evaluations will not be considered.
  • Reference letters from any member of the Hiring Committee or Board Members will not be considered.
  • Interviews will be by invitation only.
  • The District does not provide expense reimbursement for those invited to initial interviews.
  • The District does not reimburse for new hire moving expenses.

New Classified Appointments will be placed at Step 1 on the Classified Salary Schedule and will graduate to the next step on July 1st if the hire date is on or before January 1, with subsequent steps annually thereafter to a maximum fifth step.

Longevity pay in accordance with Section 8.8 of the
Classified Employee Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Shasta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.







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