26-010 FireFighter / AEMT, Full-Time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to fire and other emergency alarms and perform tasks to combat, contain and extinguish fires, render emergency medical assistance, and mitigate dangers posed by hazardous materials and/or man-made or natural emergencies
• Perform advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care up to paramedic level to persons involved in man-made or natural emergencies, fire, or rescue incidents and/or requiring ambulatory services.
• Perform advanced level pre-hospital medical intervention and complex tasks during life threatening emergencies per established protocol, standing orders and/or physician direction
• Report demographics for billing and records
• Aid in general upkeep and housekeeping of fire facilities by performing routine and minor maintenance on fire equipment, apparatus, facilities and grounds; perform DOT vehicle maintenance checks including the inspection of all equipment on board
• Keep up with department mandatory continuing education and training
• Operate both as a member of a team and independently at incidents of uncertain duration
• Make rapid transition from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods and endure extended periods of physical activity
• Perform Fire Prevention inspections of homes, businesses and public places. Record findings and issue notices of violation
• Receive and relay fire calls and alarms
• Perform salvage operations at scenes of fires, accidents, spills, discharges, and other emergency situations
• Maintain proficiency in firefighting techniques; the operation and maintenance of technical equipment, e.g. firefighting apparatus and equipment, personal protective equipment, measuring devices, etc.; and the containment and clean-up of hazardous materials by participating in fire drills, attending classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects
• Receive training and general instruction from a senior officer or other designated instructor in firefighting and rescue techniques and procedures
• May assist in the training of existing personnel, new recruits and call firefighters
• Present programs to the community on safety, first aid and fire prevention topics
• Aid in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities
• Assist with animal removal and assistance for citizens
• Aid with snow removal around fire hydrants

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements

• Knowledge of firefighting duties, methods, and techniques
• Knowledge of First Aid and rescue operations
• Knowledge of appropriate codes, laws, and ordinances
• Skill in the operation of fire equipment and apparatus
• Ability to work under physically and emotionally stressful situations
• Work involves exposure to grotesque sights and smells associated with major trauma
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow oral and written orders, directions, directions and instructions, and abides by the rules and regulations of the department
• Ability to work safely in in changing work environments both inside and outside including exposure to various hazards including extreme temperatures, moisture, and chemicals
• Ability to skillfully operate related machinery and fire apparatus equipment and fire apparatus equipment
• Ability to lead and instruct others in techniques and methods used in various work activities
• Ability to read schematic diagrams and blueprints
• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public

Education/Licenses/Certifications Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid vehicle operator’s license
• Must have and maintain NH license as Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
• Must be nationally registered Emergency Medical Technician
• Must be New Hampshire State Certified Firefighter Level II upon appointment
• Candidates will be subjected to criminal and financial background checks
• Required to take and pass a physical exam after a conditional offer of employment, and annually thereafter