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The department
recently placed into service a new
2007 Pierce Contender triple
combination pumper. The new unit
is capable of pumping 1,500 gallons
per minute and carries all of the
required firefighting and rescue
equipment including the "jaws of
life". This new unit replaces
our 1985 pumper and is in service at
Station #53.
Firefighter/Paramedic
& Volunteer Firefighter Recruitments
The Selma Fire Department is currently
recruiting for the position of
Firefighter/Paramedic. Salary
Range is $3,415 - $4,151/mo. plus 6-12%
Paramedic bonus pay and excellent
benefits. Requires CDL, CA
EMT/Paramedic Certification with Fresno
County within 60 days of hire.
Fire training/Firefighter I
certification desirable but not
mandatory. Complete job
description available at City Hall, 1710
Tucker Street, Selma, CA or at the
City of Selma website. Deadline
to apply 10/31/2009.
We are also recruiting for volunteer
firefighters. Minimum requirements are
18 years of age, high school diploma or
GED, good driving record and access to a
vehicle. You must live within 2
miles of the Selma city limits.
All training will be provided to you.
Deadline to apply is November 13, 2009.
Selma Fire Department has been
recognized as having some of the most
talented paramedics in the area.
The fire department provides up-to-date
and modern equipment. The fire
department staffs two ambulances 24/7
with firefighters cross-trained in EMS
in addition to one ambulance during peak
hours, staffed with civilian EMS
personnel. The ambulance covers
150 square miles of Fresno County.
The city is projected to grow
significantly in the near future which
will allow us to bring on additional
personnel and staff new stations.
There are currently two new fire
stations planned with the new
development. For more information
on the city's potential growth please
see the economic development area of the
city's website.
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