FIRE FIGHTER TRAINEE (SR-15) Full Time

Please note the following testing dates, which are subject to change:
WRITTEN EXAM: In person, September, 30 2023, Location(s) in Maui County TBA
PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (PAT): In person, January 20, 2024

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Serves in a trainee capacity, receiving on-and-off-the-job training to learn the theories, techniques and methods used in firefighting, land and sea rescue operations; and other emergency activities; performs firefighting tasks under immediate supervision; and performs other duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This class represents the entry level class in the Firefighting series. It involves training in the basic principles, practices, methods and techniques of firefighting and land and sea search and rescue work. Work assignments are made concurrently with orientation and training, and continued guidance and instructions are provided during such assignments. Supervision and control become more general as competence is gained and exhibited.

The following are examples of duties. The omission of specific duty statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.

Attends training sessions and participates in informal discussions, on-the-job training, practice drills and demonstrations concerning firefighting, land and sea search and rescue and first aid procedures and techniques; studies firefighting manuals, departmental policies, procedures, fire codes, rules and regulations; participates in tours of fire districts to study and become familiar with the location of streets, buildings, hydrants, static water supplies, standpipe connections, sprinkler connections and fire escapes; assists in the performance of a variety of firefighting and land and sea search and rescue work; performs salvage and clean-up work when fire is under control such as removing debris, loose beams, floorings, excess water and furnishings from the buildings; reloads hoses, ladders, and other firefighting and rescue tools and devices for return to station; washes, polishes, and services firefighting apparatus and equipment; washes, tests and dries hose; performs housekeeping and maintenance tasks in maintaining station building, grounds and equipment.

Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school.

License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license (Equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).

Prior to completion of probation, possession of a current State of Hawaii Department of Transportation Medical Examiner’s certificate, a current First Responder or First Responder Refresher certificate, a current Maui County Department of Fire and Public Safety Ocean Rescue Training Certificate or equivalent accredited certifications and a current American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate shall be required. (These certificates must be maintained on a current basis thereafter.)

Ability to: understand and follow oral and written instructions; learn and apply firefighting, lifesaving, and fire prevention methods and techniques; learn hydraulics and the use and maintenance of various firefighting equipment; act quickly and effectively under adverse fire and/or emergency conditions; withstand the hardships and hazards connected with firefighting; swim and learn water rescue techniques; read and understand technically written material, rules and regulations pertaining to firefighting; work effectively with others.

Health and Physical Condition:

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper by the County of Maui for performance of the duties.

Physical Effort Grouping: Special – Fire Rescue assignments only

Special Working Conditions: irregular hours, shift and weekend work, and exposure to  
hazardous and obnoxious conditions as required.

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Written Examination: 100%
The written examination will be administered within the County of Maui only (on the islands of Maui, Molokai and Lanai) on Saturday, September 30, 2023.* All qualified applicants will receive notice (via email or mail – dependent on their chosen notification method on their NeoGov profile) to self-schedule online for location (TBA) and time to report to the examination.

Physical Agility Test: Qualifying (Pass/Fail)
The Department of Fire and Public Safety will administer a physical agility test to those individuals who pass the written examination and are certified to the Department. The physical agility test will be held on the island of Maui only on Saturday, January 20, 2024* and may be administered throughout the life of the list, as necessary.

Must be able to meet the health and physical condition standards of the position.

Vision: Qualifying (Pass/Fail)
Individuals selected for a position with the department will be required to verify that they meet the minimum vision requirements of the Department.

* Testing dates are subject to change.  

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://mauicounty.gov

EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY

The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination

Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.

Personnel Services Email: [email protected]