Firefighter Paramedic

Firefighter/Paramedic

Position is responsible for providing emergency support in the event of a fire or medical emergency. Typical duties may include: maintaining readiness for emergency call response; responding to fire, medical, and related emergency calls when dispatched and taking proper action; performing routine apparatus and facility maintenance; preparing incident reports; educating staff and public on fire safety/prevention; and/or, performing other related activities.

1. Responds to fire suppression, hazard mitigation, victim rescue, and medical emergencies; maintains readiness for emergency call response; extinguishes fires and performs related life and property protection; provides emergency medical care at a basic and advanced life support level.

2. Ensures the proper condition, maintenance, and appearance of apparatus and equipment; prepares apparatus for immediate response.

3. Prepares, maintains, and/or updates incident and other reports and documentation.

4. Participates in training drills, safety checks, and physical fitness activities and exercises; and participates in/facilitates fire department programs or training sessions to educate staff and public on fire safety/prevention.

5. Participates in the daily functions of the fire station, which may include: housekeeping, cooking, and/or performing other related duties.

6. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Licensing Requirements: TCFP Basic Structural Firefighter Certified Paramedic

Physical Requirements: Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be exposed to hazardous physical conditions, such as, mechanical parts, electrical currents, and vibrations; atmospheric conditions, such as fumes, odors, gases, and poor ventilation; hazardous materials, such as chemicals, blood, and other bodily fluids; extreme temperatures; inadequate lighting; work space-related movement restrictions; intense noise; and other environmental conditions, such as, challenging behaviors, imminent danger, and threatening environments; incumbents may also be expected to travel.

In order to be hired, applicants will need to pass a background check, a drug screen, physical exam, and a reference check.