Firefighter

Overview

This position is responsible for the protection of life and property through firefighting, rescue, and related duties. Duties include training and participation in the operation of firefighting apparatus and the performance of hazardous duties under emergency conditions. Work may require strenuous exertion under adverse conditions such as smoke, fire, heat, and cramped surroundings. When not engaged in firefighting or rescue activities, incumbent is required to participate in drill/study programs and perform routine duties in the care and maintenance of station equipment, apparatus, buildings, and grounds.

Work is usually performed under close supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures. Assignments are given by superior officer both in fighting fires and at the station. Work is usually reviewed for adherence to standards and through reports and accomplishment of desired results.

• Fire Suppression
• Rescue
• Emergency Medical
• Apparatus Operation
• Fire Prevention
• Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Medical Training
• Emergency Contingency Planning
• Maintenance and Custodial Duties
• Wellness / Fitness

Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following tasks. These tasks may be amended or other tasks may be assigned as necessary.

• Fire Suppression Service Delivery
  • Respond to fire calls with assigned company; lay and connect hose; hold nozzle and direct water stream; climb ladders; use chemical fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment as assigned and according to standard operating guidelines.
  • Ventilate burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by cutting holes in roofs and floors as directed and following all safety precautions.
  • Perform salvage operation such as removing water and debris, covering property with tarps, and removing property from buildings as directed and following all safety precautions.
• Rescue
  • Remove person(s) from danger, acting alone or as a member of a team.
  • Operate extrication equipment.
  • Operate various power and hand tools.
  • Deploy rope rescue equipment.
  • Participate in search and rescue operations.
• Emergency Medical
  • Respond to medical emergencies, make patient assessments and deliver care to Basic Emergency Medical Technician level.
  • Maintain inventory of medical supplies.
• Apparatus Operation
  • Drive rescue apparatus to medical calls when assigned, following standard operating procedures.
  • Drive and operate pumping apparatus when assigned, following standard operating procedures.
  • Drive and operate aerial apparatus when assigned, following standard operating procedures.
• Fire Prevention
  • Conduct fire and life safety presentations when assigned, using nationally recognized programs.
  • Conduct and participate in fire station tours to educate public in fire safety and fire service operations.
• Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Medical Training
  • Attend fire, rescue and emergency medical training sessions as they are scheduled for in-service training.
  • Conduct fire, rescue, and emergency medical classes as assigned for in-service training.
  • Maintain National and State EMT certification as required for employment, by attending refresher courses, obtaining required continuing education hours, paying all fees associated with re-certification, completing and mailing re-certification application forms.
  • Attend national and state certified fire and rescue classes as scheduled to enhance individual ability in emergency service discipline.
• Essential Function:
  Emergency Contingency Planning
  • Participate in emergency contingency planning as assigned, including building walk-through, tabletop scenarios.
  • Maintain current knowledge of streets and city infrastructure measured by test instrument as required.
• Essential Function:
  Maintenance and Custodial Duties
  • Perform daily, weekly, monthly, periodic and annual maintenance on emergency apparatus as assigned, according to standard operating guidelines.
  • Perform daily, weekly, monthly, periodic and annual custodial duties and maintenance as assigned to fire stations and grounds, according to standard operating guidelines.
  • Participate in periodic maintenance and annual testing of fire hose, ladders, and various emergency equipment as assigned, according to the standard operating guidelines.
• Wellness / Fitness
  • Participate in the physical fitness-training program as required to ensure physical ability to perform duties.
  • Successfully complete semi-annual fitness test as required for employment.

Incumbent must be age 18 years or older. Incumbent must possess a high school diploma from an accredited school or possession a GED certificate. Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations; understand and follow oral and written instructions; climb ladders and work at considerable heights; establish and maintain effective working relations; physical strength to do prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions;

ability to meet medical and physical standards…