Jeff Willis, Fire Chief
March 10, 2010 06:30 pm
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Employment Opportunities
 The Big Bear City Fire Department offers employment opportunities on two different levels. These levels are:

1) Paid-Call
2) Full-Time

Paid-Call Fire Fighters work paid 24 hour shifts, totaling less than 1,000 hours per year. These fire fighters may be assigned to an ambulance for EMS or an engine company. They may also respond from home on recalls and for special assignments.

Career Fire Fighters work paid 24 hour shifts on the 4-4-6 Kelly rotation. Full benefits and retirement are provided.

Minimum Requirements for Career Positions

a) Must be able to provide proof of citizenship upon request.
b) Must be a valid California Drivers License and a copy is needed upon request.
c) High School diploma or equivalent GED. Proof must be provided upon request.
d) CPAP, Biddle, or any other equivalent approved physical test validated within the past year.
e) California approved Fire Academy or equivalent.
f) Current California State Paramedic license. ICEMA accreditation is required prior to first day of employment.

Prior to any offer of employment, the applicant may be required to take a psychological evaluation test. In addition, a criminal background check and a Department of Motor Vehicle background check will also be completed. After an offer of employment has been made, the employee will be required to go through a probationary period for a minimum of one-year. Within this year, the applicant must complete his/her probationary books that require written and manipulative tests. In addition, a Class B driver’s license must be obtained within 1 year of employment. All licenses and cards must be kept current throughout employment.

An application for both levels can be obtained by clicking here. Employment Application

Click here for current PAID-CALL FIRE FIGHTER APPLICATION PACKET
Click here to view the Current Employee MOU