Fire

Fire Operations

The Operations Division is responsible for the oversight of the Upland and Montclair Fire Department's staffing, overtime, benefits, workers comp, outside purchases (consumable items), personnel development, fuel, safety clothing, dispatch costs, utilities, building maintenance, technology, vehicles, equipment, training, fire prevention, station expenditures, Joint Power allocations, Reserve Firefighters, Explorers, and Volunteer programs. During the year, the Operations Division approves and tracks all expenditures of the department.

The area of Development and Implementation of Policies/Rules/Regulations encompasses an ongoing evolution as we identify problems and seek to regulate their solutions with precise language that is agreed to by unions, management, and City Council. The Chief of the Operations Division has assisted in the development and implementation of policies, rules, and regulations pertaining to planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the City's fire suppression, prevention, emergency medical services, hazardous material/waste programs and other services with other City departments, other fire departments and agencies.

Communications and Dispatch is handled through a joint effort with Consolidated Fire Agencies JPA known as CONFIRE. This cooperative effort has enhanced our borderless response between Upland Fire and Montclair Fire as well as automatic aid and mutual aid with our surrounding communities.

Explorer Program

Thank you for your interest in Upland’s Fire Explorer Program.  This program is an introduction to the skills, knowledge, and abilities used in the fire service.  Explorers participate in community activities such as holiday assistance programs, public education, and Upland Fire Department open house.  Under direct supervision, explorers participate in firefighter training activities including but not limited to: training burns, ladder evolutions, hose evolutions, and rescue systems. 

Applicants must be age 14-21 years of age.  He/she must have and maintain a "C" grade or better in each subject.  

There are two recruitments a year; one every six months.  You will be contacted via mail and phone to let you know when the process begins and how the process will proceed.  First is a PAT (Physical Agility Test), after that is an oral interview.  All candidates will need a valid address, phone number and email listed on their application.  If your contact information changes, please email  abinley@ci.upland.ca.us ; otherwise no correspondence is needed until you are contacted regarding the process. 

 

City
of
Upland
California

460 N. Euclid Avenue
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 931-4100

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.