Firefighters

The City of Nevada is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter. This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $39,833 . Firefighters perform skilled work in fire suppression, emergency medical services, and rescue operations to protect life, property, and the environment. Duties include responding to fires, medical emergencies, hazardous conditions, and accidents; operating firefighting and rescue equipment; providing patient assessment and care; maintaining apparatus and facilities; participating in training; and supporting fire prevention and public education efforts. This position comes with a full benefits package, including retirement, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Knowledge of fire department rules, regulations, city ordinances, NFPA standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations Understanding of fire suppression techniques, hazardous materials awareness, rescue procedures, and emergency medical care at the EMT level Ability to provide patient assessment, treatment, stabilization, and documentation in accordance with established medical protocols Operates fire apparatus, pumping equipment, aerial devices, EMS vehicles, and specialized firefighting, EMS, and rescue tools with proficiency. Uses ladders, hose lines, hydraulic rescue tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) safely and effectively. Quickly assesses hazardous or life-threatening situations, determines appropriate actions, and acts decisively with limited information. Communicates clearly and respectfully in both emergency and non-emergency situations, providing instructions, coordinating with team members, and interacting with the public. Adapts to extended shifts (up to 24 hours or longer), irregular schedules, weekends, and holidays, while maintaining readiness for after-hours emergency response. We currently work a 48/96 schedule with a 24-day overtime cycle. estimate size or characteristics of fire understand computer equipment operating manuals understand construction specifications demonstrate physical activities participate in staff training programs prepare reports of inspections understand printed text, musical notation, or customer instructions follow sport rules or techniques understand property documents understand technical operating, service or repair manuals use interpersonal communication techniques use oral or written communication techniques use two-way radio or mobile phone work as a team member follow life support procedures use emergency medical procedures use emergency medical treatment procedures hand instruments or materials to doctor conduct fire hazard inspections determine best method for attacking fire determine fire causes observe fire to note changing conditions operate emergency fire or rescue equipment practice emergency firefighting or rescue preparedness procedures use fire suppression equipment use fire suppression techniques use knowledge of investigation techniques maintain firearms proficiency ride horses during law enforcement work use emergency medical equipment use rescue procedures unde stand detailed electronic design specifications understand engineering data or reports understand properties of gases or liquids understand machine setup instructions understand service or repair manuals understand technical information for electronic repair work demonstrate or explain assembly or use of equipment select materials or tools use hand or power tools understand English for aviation communications understand railroad signals select ship repair method perform safety inspections in transportation setting understand measuring devices Applicants must be Missouri-certified Firefighter I and II (or equivalent IFSAC/ProBoard certification), Hazardous Materials Operations and Awareness certified, and licensed as an EMT, National-Registered EMT, or Emergency Medical Responder. A valid driver’s license is required. Candidates must reside within 30 miles of the Fire Station and successfully complete all pre-employment and post-offer examinations, including physical agility, medical, drug screening, psychological, and hearing evaluations. #J-18808-Ljbffr CITY OF NEVADA