Firefighter

About the Organization

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category
Fire Service

Description


The City of Paragould is currently accepting applications for Firefighter. This is a non-exempt safety-sensitive position. The City will not employ a qualified patient in a safety or security-sensitive position.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Responsible for performing job duties in an accurate manner in order to protect the life and property of the citizens of the City of Paragould. Drives and operates emergency and other equipment in a safe and effective manner. Maintains all equipment in good working order. Ensures that all safety rules and regulations are followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responds to and safely delivers crew members to the scene of all types of emergencies, Fire; Haz-mat; MVA; Extrication; Technical Rescue.
2. Operates complex machinery as required for the purpose of setting up ladders, operating pumps, delivering water supply and selecting and maintaining proper hydraulic pressure in pumps to assure an uninterrupted water supply.
3. Operates radio and other communication equipment.
4. Performs emergency aid activities including administering first aid and providing other assistance as required.
5. Moves or assists in moving persons from the fire or accident scene.
6. Enters burning structures as required to extinguish the fire and to remove occupants or hazardous materials.
7. Cleans and performs preventative maintenance on hose, tools and equipment after each alarm; refuels power equipment and recharges SCBA cylinders.
8. Reviews conditions of air packs, pumps and tools daily; recharges, repairs, or replaces equipment as required.
9. Keeps all firefighting equipment and clothing in the proper location for use.
10. Washes, waxes and refuels fire trucks; performs preventative maintenance on fire apparatus to ensure readiness and to meet inspection standards. Records any apparatus maintenance problems.
11. Inspects buildings, hydrants, sprinkling systems, and other structures to locate potential firefighting hazards and to obtain other related information. Re-inspects buildings or businesses found in violation of fire or safety codes to ensure that corrective action has been taken.
12. Participates in fire drills; attends various classes to obtain information regarding firefighting methods, standards and related subjects.
13. Responds to off-duty fire calls and attends monthly meetings.
14. Prepares and maintains manually and/or by computer various reports and data relative to the fire department.
15. Helps to develop plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.
16. Serves as tour guide to groups touring a fire station or makes presentations to schools or civic groups as assigned.
17. Receives, investigates and responds, as appropriate to citizen complaints of fire and safety hazards.
18. Performs various housekeeping duties at assigned fire station; cuts grass and maintains grounds and parking area around fire station.
19. Familiarity with buildings and streets in immediate coverage area and outlying areas of the City.
20. Perform pump and hose test as scheduled.
21. Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City's values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of high school or GED equivalent, plus specialized schooling, or at least two (2) years of related experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.

Knowledge of modern fire-fighting principals, practices and methods. Knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid procedures and techniques.

An applicant must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

An applicant must have a high school diploma or GED certification.

An applicant must have by time of hire a valid State driver's license class D and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

An applicant must be of good moral character. A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted.

An applicant will be required to pass a physical agility test based upon required fire activities/duties.

An applicant must live or move within five (5) miles of the Paragould City Limits when hired and for the duration of employment in this position.

Pass SCBA Respiratory test.

Complete all state and department required certifications for fire fighters/drivers.

Successful applicants for this position must complete Rookie School at the Arkansas Fire Academy or pass Firefighter one and two modules within one (1) year of hire.

The following certifications must be obtained shortly after the date of hire:

NFPA FFI and FFII
Structure Fire I
Structure Fire Advanced
Intro to Fire Protection
Intro to Protective Equipment (SCBA)
Wildland Fire Suppression

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Shift
-not applicable-

Position
Firefighter

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt


This position is currently accepting applications.