Firefighter/ EMT-Engineer

About the Role

The Fire Engineer performs a variety of advanced-level fire-fighting duties, including fire engine pump operations. Must be able to safely drive and operate all types of fire apparatus. Performs as a Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician responding to emergencies as required.

Responsibilities

• Assists firefighter in firefighting and/or medical emergency activities; guides and/or directs personnel on firefighting rescue operations and/or medical response operations in the absence of a higher-ranking firefighter.
• Maintains living quarters and facilities.
• Inspects and maintains all Fire Department pumpers and aerials; performs all pump tests including annual service and acceptance; performs minor repairs on pump and apparatus; reports major mechanical problems.
• Drives, spots, and operates emergency apparatus and other related equipment; performs vehicle placement to achieve effective delivery of suppression materials (water/chemicals, etc.); operates pumps to control various nozzle pressures and flows; assures proper procedures are followed to engage, prime, and discharge supply lines.
• Operates aerial ladder at fire scenes as needed to rescue and remove victims or direct aerial ladder streams; calculates hydraulic formulas as required.
• Uses valves and hand tools to make hose connections; adjusts discharge to proper pressure rating as determined by hydraulic calculations; monitors pumper cooling systems, pressure relief systems, and discharge pressures; makes adjustments as needed.
• Inspects, tests, cleans, and performs minor maintenance on firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical service equipment and tools.
• Participates in on-going formal on-the-job training programs; may assist supervisory personnel in training firefighters.
• May prepare a variety of reports.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be an EMT-Basic licensed by the State of New Mexico.
• IFSAC Firefighter II or equivalent; completion of training provided by the department in Emergency vehicles, Operations, Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator, Incident Command, and Pump Operations or equivalent as determined by the Fire Chief.
• ICS 100, 200, 700, 800.
• Minimum three (3) years of continuous service with Santa Fe County Fire Department in a paid firefighting position.
• IFSAC Driver/Operator Certification; and IFSAC Pump Operations and Hydraulics Certification.
• Must have completed the SFCFD Engineer Task Book.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class E Driver’s License.

Skills

• Knowledge of the geographical area of Santa Fe County; fire department policies and procedures; emergency response procedures; fire and rescue apparatus and equipment; emergency medical response procedures and treatment methods; fire and life safety codes and enforcement requirements.
• Ability to think and act quickly; act independently; communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use a variety of medical equipment, fire suppression, and special protective gear under stressful emergency conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
• Previous supervisory or management experience is desired.
• Ability to work with fire/EMS data entry programs is desired.
• Knowledge of firefighting tactics and strategy, emergency medical techniques, fire vehicle pumping operations, and safe emergency vehicle operations.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both indoors and outside, in varied weather conditions.
• Work schedule may vary and includes shift work and assignments up to 24 hours or longer in duration.
• Call back and mandatory overtime may be required in emergency situations.
• Travel is required.
• Arduous physical exertion is required in unusual situations. Must be able to drag 175 lbs. for 75 feet and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Manual and finger dexterity required.
• May be subject to exposure to heat, smoke, cuts, bruises, scrapes, burns, broken bones, insect and/or animal bites, germs, bacteria, viruses, environmental allergens, gases, fumes, contagious diseases, mental anguish under emergency conditions.
• May be subject to life-threatening situations.

Benefits

Santa Fe County is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time and part-time employees who work 20 hours per week.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Gym Membership
• Leave and Retirement
• Additional Employee Benefits
• Employee Development Program

To learn more details, visit our website: Health Benefits.

Conditions of Employment

• Selected candidate must submit to and pass a County paid pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening.
• Selected candidate must submit to and pass a county paid criminal background screening.