RHFD

On September 1st, the Rodeo Hercules Fire District held a badge pinning ceremony at the Hercules City Council Chambers.  Interim Fire Chief, Alan Biagi,  announced two promotions and introduced the newest member of the Rodeo-Hercules Fire District.  Rick Perez began his career with the District in 1994 and recently promoted from the rank of Engineer to Captain and Jack Clapp began his career with the District in 2000 and was promoted from the rank of Firefighter/Paramedic to Engineer/Paramedic.  The newest member of the District, Matthew Estrada, was a Reserve Firefighter before becoming a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic in August 2010.   Chief Biagi extended his congratulations for thehard work and dedication these individuals have provided to the District and for their continued success in their fire service careers. 

The Rodeo-Hercules Fire District  is seeking applicants for the position of Fire Chief.   The District is located on the shores of San Pablo Bay, 30 minutes north of San Francisco.  The District provides fire protection, advanced life support, emergency medical aid, rescue, hazardous materials responses and other services to over 33,000 residents in the unincorporated area of Rodeo and the City of Hercules.  Currently the Fire Chief is supported by the Assistant Chief, Administrative Assistant, contract fire prevention personnel and six shift Captains.  The incident call volume is approximately 2100 annually.  To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume and five work-related references to Bill Avery by July 23, 2010.   Contact Avery Associates for further information (www.averyassoc.net).   Or click here to download a brochure.  

Over the last few months, the District has provided an opportunity for qualified personnel to test for the positions of Engineer and Captain.   After establishing an eligibility list for both positions, Chief Alan Biagi announced that Engineer Rick Perez will promote to the rank of Captain and Paramedic Jack Clapp will promote to the rank of Engineer/Paramedic.   The District is proud to support these two professional firefighters in their new positions.