Firefighter

FirefighterAn employee in this class is responsible for general firefighting, rescue, emergency medical work, and driving vehicles to the fire scene or emergency medical work. Work also includes preparing the fire vehicle, lines and equipment for use by other firefighters. Work is often performed under stressful emergency conditions and frequently involves personal hazards. Work standards and procedures are generally established and understood; however considerable independence and judgment is required during fire calls and emergency calls. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Fire Lieutenant and/or the Fire Captain through observation and reports.Illustrative Examples of Work:Receives and responds to fires and emergency callsProvides responses to emergency calls and maintains life support techniques and proceduresParticipates in hazardous material response and prevention programsResponds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fire including rescue, entry, and ventilation and salvage workRides fire apparatus to fire scene; connects hoses to hydrants and uses hoses to apply water or chemicals to fire, forces entry into burning structures and searches for and rescues occupants.Provides pre-incident planning to area businesses and buildingsInspects, maintains, and makes minor repairs to apparatus and loads to ensure the presence, cleanliness, and service ability of necessary firefighting and emergency equipment, tools and suppliesPerforms testing and routine maintenance on vehicles, tests fire hydrants, Maintains, performs minor repairs and cleans assigned fire station quarters and groundsPresents programs and classes in schoolsParticipates in training to assure proficiency in all firefighting techniques, trains for knowledge of all equipment and apparatus as well as their operations; conducts residential and business fire prevention inspections, inspects and prepares scale drawings and pre-plan firefighting strategies, maintains knowledge of sprinkled buildings and hydrants locations.Participates in routine maintenance and servicing of equipment including checking and filling self-contained breathing apparatus, washing and waxing trucks, checking fuel and oil levels, cleaning and drying hose and inspecting hose and hose connections for damage and wear, sweeps, mops, paints, and washing windows of fire station.Checks and flushes city fire hydrants for flow and pressureConducts tours of the fire stationPerforms related work as assignedPhysical Requirements:Work in this position is heavy manual work requiring exertion of 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. Employee must have the visual acuity to be the operator of a truck and other equipment. Working conditions - Employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold. Employee is subject to noise, vibration, and hazards and physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to high heat, chemicals, subject to oils and greases, and may be exposed to blood when providing emergency medical services. Employee is subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin and is required to wear a respirator. Employee is frequently in close quarters and areas which could cause claustrophobia. Working Conditions Work occurs in both inside and outside environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold. Employee is subject to noise which requires the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level or other noises created in a vehicle maintenance facility. Employee is subject to vibration such as oscillating movements of the extremities whole body, work place hazards including operating mechanical equipment, and atmospheric conditions due to exposure to fumes, odors, dusts, hot metal exhausts, and greases and oils. Employee is required to wear a respirator when required. Employee may work in close quarters, crawl spaces, under or on top of large vehicles, and other areas which could cause claustrophobia or dizziness from heights.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:Knowledge of city geography, street locations, and hydrant locations Knowledge of current firefighting practices and procedures Knowledge of the operation of and maintenance requirements of fire equipment, pumps, hose pressure and other aspects of operating one or more variations of fire trucks Knowledge of firefighting hazards and related safety precautions Ability to navigate to a fire scene with the shortest and most expedient route possible using knowledge of the streets and GPS equipment Ability to operate and maintain various motorized fire equipment; ability to determine hose size, pump pressures, and water flow rates required to use in specific fire fighting situations.Education and Experience:Completion of high school or GED equivalencySpecial Requirements:Must be at least 18 years of age Hazardous Material Operations Certification Firefighter II Certification Emergency Medical Technician – Basic Child Passenger Safety Technician Certification (preferred) or within one year. Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification (preferred) North Carolina Class B Driver's License (preferred) NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800, 704Benefits:Part Time employees are not eligible for full time benefits such as no cost medical, dental, vision, life, or short term disability nor do they receive paid leave, holiday pay, or employer retirement contributions. However, part time employees may still invest in their future by choosing to participate in the NC 401(k) plan through voluntary employee contributions. City of Mebane North Carolina