ENTRY LEVEL FIREFIGHTER - PUBLIC SAFETY TESTING

About the role

Protect life and property through fire suppression, fire prevention, and emergency medical aid.

Responsibilities

• Participate in fire suppression including structural, automotive, chemical, aircraft, and wild land, and operate pumps, aerial ladders, and other auxiliary fire apparatus.
• Lay connector hose; hold nozzle and direct water stream to combat fire; raise and climb ladders; use chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, ropes, and other equipment to suppress and extinguish fires.
• Perform salvage and overhaul operations; sweep water; remove debris; search for and extinguish hidden fires; investigate for causes of fire.
• Search for victims in hazardous environments; participate in rescue services to include low to high angle, swift water, confined space, and trench rescue activities.
• Participate in training and continuing education in fire suppression, emergency medical aid, and use of equipment, special assignments, and other matters; provide training to others as required.
• Perform general maintenance duties for firefighting equipment, apparatus, building, and grounds including light to medium repairs, testing and inventory control as needed.
• Perform fire prevention inspections of commercial and residential buildings; check for fire hazards; seek abatement of hazards through education, demonstration, and enforcement of regulations; test fire hydrants; provide fire prevention training as assigned; and participate in developing pre-incident emergency plans.
• Provide tours of the facilities to the public and school children; provide educational programs to teach safety and fire prevention both at the station and in the field.
• Participate in physical fitness activities to assure physical readiness to participate in emergency operations.
• Function at operations or technician level on hazardous material scenes; respond to incidents involving hazardous materials; wear self-contained breathing apparatus; and use specialized tools and equipment to save lives, protect property, suppress fires.
• Drive ambulance and administer emergency medical aid within certification level; prepare medical incident report.
• As an EMT, perform medical triage of patients, determine appropriate action within established protocols, and provide appropriate medical treatment in emergency situations.
• Maintain EMS certification by completing required training as mandated by the WAC and National Registry Standards.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age by the of hire, a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, and be a high school graduate or equivalent. Valid State driver's license, a good driving record, and the ability to obtain an Emergency Vehicle Incident Prevention (EVIP) certificate within the first 3 months of hire. Non-user of tobacco products on and off the job. Ability to obtain Washington State EMT certification within the first 3 months of hire date.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish.
• One year paid/volunteer firefighting experience or IFSAC Firefighter I certification.

Skills

• Technical operation, use and maintenance of specialized fire apparatus, vehicles, and ambulances, including pump and hydraulic operations.
• Principles and practices of fire science including techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in fire prevention, fire suppression and emergency medical services.
• Prolonged and strenuous work in adverse conditions including heavy physical labor and climbing stairs and ladders.
• Proper use and maintenance of Fire Department buildings, fire equipment and apparatus.
• Oral and written communication skills including record-keeping and report writing techniques.
• Read, interpret, apply, and explain fire codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including knowledge of building codes and types of construction.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy and ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with customers and employees.

Benefits

The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time IAFF Local 404 City of Walla Walla employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through the City Council or administrative action, contracts or changes mandated by state and federal law.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• DiMartino (Cigna) Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP)
• Deferred Comp
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Leave
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Plan

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

N/A