FIREFIGHTER/MINIMUM EMT

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: This position is a frontline entry level, probationary, public safety position requiring abilities in firefighting, rescue, fire prevention and EMS under the responsibility of the direct supervisor. Work of the Firefighter EMT, AEMT or Paramedic involves responsibility for the protection of life and property damage, maintaining departmental equipment, facilities, as well as promoting fire prevention practices and other pertinent safety information to the public. Work is performed using the application of standard firefighting and EMS techniques within the policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, rules and regulations. Major Areas of Responsibility: Completion of needed qualifications to meet the minimum Job Performance Requirements for NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Firefighter I. Performs firefighting activities including driving departmental vehicles, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks. Performs EMS activities, to include patient care and/or transport. Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects. Receives and relays all emergent and non-emergent communications. Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in support of fire prevention and/or building code compliance programs. Maintains departmental equipment, apparatus and facilities. Performs general maintenance and upkeep of departmental facilities and equipment. Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, communications, and EMS. Assist with presentation of programs to the community on safety, EMS, and fire prevention topics. Performs salvage and over-haul operations. Prepares, maintains and submits for review various reports necessary to departmental operations in accordance with departmental policies and procedures regarding patient care report documentation, to include reports on EMS runs. Performs all other related duties as assigned.