Firefighter / Fire / Operations #9377

About the role

The City of Cape Coral seeks a qualified individual to serve as a Firefighter. This position is Safety Sensitive and requires fingerprinting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• A valid State driver's license and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion
• A valid State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic Certification
• A State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance - Firefighter II Certification
• Successfully completed an IAFF/IAFC Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within one year prior to the close of the current posting
• Mets physical ability requirements designated by the Cape Coral Fire Department

Key Responsibilities

• Responds to emergencies with a fire company or rescue unit, and answers medical emergencies as part of an engine company as a basic life support unit, rescue unit, Marine unit or on an advanced life support unit
• Removes, extracts, and rescues persons from danger, recognizes acute symptoms requiring immediate care, and assists in administering life-saving rescue procedures to injured or afflicted persons
• Performs salvage operations, including throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, removing debris, and placing smoke ejectors
• Connects hoses to hydrants and pumps, joins hose sections and connects nozzles to hoses, enters burning buildings with or without hose lines, operates nozzles and sprays a stream of water, fog, or foam on fires
• Operates hand fire extinguishers and similar equipment in extinguishing fires; raises and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to remove smoke and gases
• Makes daily inspections of apparatus and equipment and notifies supervisor of defects; performs cleaning and maintenance tasks in and about assigned station

Perks and Benefits

Free city-paid employee health coverage, additional for spouse or family
City Employee Health & Wellness Center for healthcare services
5 weeks Paid Time Off (sick & vacation)
11 paid holidays
Pension plan
City-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Optional Vision and Dental Plans
Tuition reimbursement
Gym membership reimbursement
And much more!