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Reserve Firefighter

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation

26569 Community Center Drive
Highland, CA 92346

Tribe

Open to SMBMI Tribal members and Tribal community members

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Full-Time

Under the supervision of the Fire Captain B, the Reserve Firefighter accomplishes a variety of duties in the protection of life and property. Participates in the combating, extinguishing and prevention of fires as well as providing emergency medical care, rescue and protection of individuals from hazardous environments. Maintains fire station, grounds, and equipment, participates in fire prevention inspection, fire prevention, and suppression training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to employees, the general public and Tribal Citizens while maintaining confidential information.2. Responds to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials situations and other emergency/non-emergency calls to protect life and property endangered.3. Performs all firefighter duties; lays and connects hoses; directs water streams in the control and extinguishing of fires in structures, brush and grass; uses forcible entry tools, bars, hooks, ladders, extinguishers and other equipment.4. Raises and climbs ladders; ventilates structures; accomplishes salvage operations.5. Administers emergency medical care to treat patients; performs Basic Life Support (BLS); assists paramedics with Advance Life Support (ALS).6. Operates a two-way radio to communicate with the communications center.7. Participates in fire prevention programs and inspections to enforce fire prevention codes and ordinances.8. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

EDUCATIONAL, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

•    Must be an eligible member of the Tribal Community.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

•    Principles and practices of fire suppression and prevention.•    Principles and practices of emergency medical care.•    Operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment.•    Safety practices and precautions pertaining to emergency services.•    Ability to learn local streets, fire alarms, fire hydrants, public and local government buildings, and local hazards.•    Read and understand departmental policies, rules, regulations and instructions to include fire prevention & suppression literature and emergency medical care instructions.•    Communicates clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing, with proper spelling, grammar and punctuation.   •    Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and responsible course of action.•    Basic knowledge of computers and programs to include MS Office, PowerPoint and Outlook.•    Able to commit to a minimum of 24 hours per month to station coverage as well as 8 hours of training per month at the fire station (typically conducted on a Saturday).•    Monthly hours will range from 24-48 hours however, hours may exceed 48 if needed in the event of an emergency.•    ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY -Demonstrates pride in the entire facility by maintaining a clean, safe work environment for guests and co-workers.  Consistently demonstrates personal ownership for cleanliness and maintaining exceptional housekeeping standards within the department, facility and all Tribal owned properties.  Consistently demonstrates concern for personal safety and the safety of guests, vendors and other team members by immediately addressing or reporting all unsafe acts and/or conditions. 

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

•    At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

REQUIRED:    •    Within one year of appointment, the reserve firefighter must complete the following:•    EMR/EMT-I (Must be valid in State of California).•    Current AHA CPR Healthcare Provider or equivalent.•    Annual continuing medical education sufficient to maintain active licensing and accreditation.•    Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational (CSTI or equivalent).•    ICS 100-Introduction to ICS, ICS 200-Basic ICS.•    IS 700 NIMS: An Introduction.•    Complete Minimum training hours (226 hours) to be certified as a Reserve Firefighter.

PREFERRED:•    Fire Control III and Fire Control VII.•    S 190.•    One (1) year experience as a fire fighter (Career, Volunteer, or PCF).•    Select One of the Following: o    Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  •    Primary work environment is in a variety of settings. Work indoors and out in a variety of environmental conditions, including exposure to extreme heat, smoke, fumes, odors, vibrations, loud noises, hazardous materials, and noxious gases.  •    Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.    •    Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.  •    Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.  •    Strength sufficient to exert up to 200 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 200 pounds occasionally. Climb up and down ladders of up to 105 feet and work at considerable heights (commercial roof tops).  •    Sedentary work: involves operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.  •    Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.  •    Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.  •    Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.  •    Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.  •    Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.  •    Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.  •    The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.  •    Must successfully complete the Wildland Work Capacity Test “Pack Test” at arduous level.  •    Perform strenuous and hazardous tasks under emergency conditions.  •    Work in tightly enclosed spaces with poor ventilation.  •    Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.  •    Detect color changes in smoke and flames.  

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law. 

As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!

Posted April 25, 2025

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation

The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is a federally-recognized Indian tribe located on the San Manuel Indian Reservation near Highland, California.  San Manuel exercises its inherent sovereign right of self-governance and provides essential services for its citizens by building infrastructure, maintaining civil services, and promoting social, economic, and cultural development.  

 The Serrano people of San Manuel have called this area home since time immemorial and are committed to remaining a productive partner in the San Bernardino region. The Reservation, once only 640 acres, is now over 1,100 acres in size. 

The call of Yawa’ – to act upon one’s beliefs – inspires the Tribe to give back to the areas they call home and support organizations working to create a better tomorrow in the Inland Empire and Indian Country. 

Our support is directed to organizations providing services in San Bernardino and Riverside counties, including:

  •         501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
  •         Public schools
  •         Private schools
  •         Charter schools, and 
  •         Local government agencies

The Tribe also operates Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel (formerly known as San Manuel Casino®), the Palms Casino Resort, as well as other enterprises. 

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive Benefits Program

Our team members enjoy a competitive base salary, an annual discretionary performance bonus, and an annual merit increase as part of our total rewards package. Additionally, San Manuel supports team members' financial health through 401(k) retirement savings plans that offer a 2% core discretionary contribution and matching, and a host of other services - from discounts to tuition assistance.

Apply today to join our team!