Wildland Firefighter - Capstone Fire

• Escondido, CA

• High School diploma or GED required
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy. DUI within last 5 years is disqualifying
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Card
• Must possess EMT-B or higher EMS certification
• Must possess CPR/AED credentials
• Physical Agility Fitness Test (Initial Hire and Annually).

• Work Capacity Test - Arduous Level (Pack Test)
• Pass full DOT physical: bending, pushing, pulling, crouching, and vision

• Minimum Qualifications and Training Requirements:

• 18 years old
• Certificate of completion for a Firefighter 1 Academy or,

• State FF1 certification/ Volunteer FF Certification or,
• NWCG FFT2 (S-130, S-190, I-100, L-180) or,
• Meets Requirements for NFPA 1001 or,
• Military Firefighter Equivalent.

• Minimum Qualifications and Training Requirements:

• 19 years old
• 1 year part time experience with a recognized all risk Volunteer Fire Department/ (Minimum of 25 shifts) or,
• Six Months full time experience with a professional department.
• Certificate of completion for a Firefighter 1 Academy or,

• State FF1 certification/ Volunteer FF Certification or,
• NWCG FFT2 (S-130, S-190, I-100, L-180) or,
• Meets Requirements for NFPA 1001 or,
• Military Firefighter Equivalent.

• Responds to fires with their company in a timely, safe and skilled manner, and participates in control of fires through hose and nozzle work, use of hand tools or a combination of these methods. Quickly follows established Company procedures when responding to emergencies as well as instructions given at the emergency scene. Correctly and promptly uses all relevant apparatus, tools, and equipment. Remains calm and poised in all emergency situations and gains rapid control over the problem at hand.
• Administers first aid to injured parties at their appropriate level of training. Quickly analyzes situations where life safety is threatened and applies the correct treatment.
• Conducts fuels reduction projects as directed by the supervisor on the project. Maintains a positive attitude and strives to meet the client’s needs.
• Safely operates Company vehicles, and equipment as directed.
• Assists in the maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus, tools, and equipment keeping such apparatus, tools, and equipment in good operating and safe condition by competently and efficiently performing maintenance and testing tasks.
• Remains skilled in modern fire suppression tactics, methods through training drills,
• Keeps the company base and related grounds, facilities, and supplies in a clean, orderly and useable condition.
• Performs routine non-firefighting work tasks willingly and adequately such as working on Company records, timecards and other related paperwork.
• Functions satisfactorily as a team member of a fire company at any emergency or non-emergency scene, and willingly accepts their share of the work required.
• Able to meet the physical requirements required to perform firefighting tasks. Remains skilled in and properly applies modern fire suppression tactics, methods, and procedures.
• Projects a positive image to the client as a fire service professional.
• Supports the Capstone Way and works effectively in following policies and procedures.

Capstone Fire & Safety Management