Firefighter/EMT

Firefighter

Performs fire suppression, emergency medical services operations, hazardous materials mitigation, special operations/technical rescue, and fire prevention. Performs maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and the fire station. Has knowledge of the National Incident Management System.

Works under the general direction of the Shift Commander or designee to support the efforts and goals of the Fire Department in accordance with departmental rules and regulations.

Performs firefighting activities utilizing fire hoses, heavy stream appliances, extinguishers, and ladders, and ventilates burning buildings. Is required to wear and use Self Contained Breathing Apparatus to enter extremely hazardous environments and perform search and rescue procedures to evacuate and rescue persons in danger.

Administers emergency medical services and coordinates transport of sick and injured persons. Obtain vital signs, semi-auto defibrillation, patient assessments, and other related patient care tasks in conjunction with state-approved guidelines.

Performs hazardous materials mitigation at the certified Operations level. Performs Technical Rescues requiring certification in the areas of advanced vehicle extrication, rope rescue operations, confined space rescue operations, and cold-water rescue.

Performs daily emergency apparatus and equipment inspections to include minor maintenance and repairs, apparatus, and equipment tests, to ensure proper service of all equipment. Conducts daily routine station maintenance in accordance with the established schedule as well as other assigned duties.

Assists the company officer with daily record-keeping activities, including computer-based fire and medical reporting systems.

Participates in commercial building inspections in conjunction with the City of South Burlington Liquor License Program. Performs residential building familiarization inspections in accordance with the fire prevention code. Places findings of inspections in written inspection reports.

Participates in shift training and may assume the role of instructor and develop training materials.

May attend seminars and training classes to keep updated on current practices in firefighting, emergency medical services, leadership, and related subjects.

Maintains positive public relations when participating in and conducting fire prevention programs and other related fire educational activities.

In the absence of an officer, may perform functions under the National Incident Management System.

Works with other departments within the City and performs other necessary tasks or functions as is necessary to accomplish City and Department goals and objectives.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Vermont Operator's License.

Vermont or Pro Board-Certified Firefighter I and II

Vermont Emergency Medical Technician – Basic certification

Vermont Hazardous Material - Decontamination certification

Current CPAT certificate

Shall possess and maintain, within one year of hiring, Vermont and National EMT Registry, AEMT certification for the duration of their employment.

Shall possess and maintain, within two years of hiring, Vermont Fire Academy Firefighter 2 certification for the duration of their employment.

Shall possess and successfully pass an annual physical fitness standard set by the Department, for the duration of their employment.

The City of South Burlington has one of the best benefits packages in the State of Vermont! We take pride in providing an extensive variety of plans to meet our employee's needs. Many of our Premiums are either entirely paid by the City, have a City match or are partially paid by the City. Take a look at the variety of plans we have available:

• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Leave plans
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement - Vermont Municipal Employee System (VMERS)
• 457 b Deferred Compensation Plan
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• City provided Life Insurance and Accidental Death insurance plans
• Health Saving Account (HSA) - with a City Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account