Firefighter/Paramedic

Pay Group: F4

About the role

Protects residents and property from fire and provides emergency medical services at the scene of an accident or illness.

Responsibilities

• Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fires, including rescue, entry, ventilating, and salvage work.
• Drives fire truck, ambulance or other emergency vehicle to emergency scenes; responsible for safe operation of such at all times.
• Connects supply lines, operates water pump and other fire suppression apparatus, and maintains vehicle in a state of readiness at fire scene.
• May establish incident command and supervision of scene and may direct other Fire/EMS personnel, volunteer firefighters, and the general public during these activities until relieved by a supervisor.
• Performs clean-up and overhaul work after a fire is extinguished.
• Performs maintenance, minor repair, and clean-up of fire and emergency medical equipment, fire vehicles, firefighting apparatus, station, and grounds.
• Performs emergency medical services in accordance with level of skills and certification.
• Completes documentation as required; writes a comprehensive report documenting the situation at the scene, assessment results, orders received, treatment rendered, and other information deemed pertinent.
• Takes histories and assesses patients in the field.
• Accompanies the patient to the emergency department and monitors and treats the patient during transport; upon arrival, reports orally to the physician or nurse, ensuring proper transfer of patient and applicable information prior to leaving care facility.
• Cleans and restocks the equipment/supplies in the vehicle after each run.
• Participates in fire inspection and prevention activities.
• Inspects and maintains fire hydrants.
• Participates in continuing training and instruction by department.
• Completes various reports, as required.
• Participates in the department's wellness program.
• May participate in fire cause determination and arson investigation.
• May assist other city departments.
• May use computer to update various logs and lists.
• Observes all safety rules and procedures.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of city geography.
• Knowledge of county geography; elementary physics, chemistry and mechanics, technical firefighting principles and techniques; principles of hydraulics as applied to fire suppression; and federal, state, and local rules and procedures affecting Fire/EMS operations.
• Skill in operating emergency vehicle in a safe manner.
• Physical ability to: swim; lift and maneuver up to 165 lbs. (i.e. hose, bunker gear, air pack, ladders, etc.); climb ladders; perform CPR; wear and utilize personal protective equipment; and perform strenuous work in adverse conditions (i.e. varying weather conditions, smoke-filled environment, etc.).
• Demonstrated mental ability to tolerate working at heights and confined places for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to: operate all vehicles and equipment in the department; read maps; keep accurate records; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees and the public; deal effectively with individuals under stress; and maintain appropriate necessary certifications, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and good driving record.
• Must be able to lawfully report for emergency duty from residence within one hour.
• May be exposed to and handle toxic and/or hazardous materials or work in areas where such materials are stored.

Qualifications

• High school graduation, or its equivalent (some college work in fire sciences desirable).
• Basic Firefighter certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and a Class "B" Texas driver's license within six months of initial employment.

Hiring incentive of $2000 offered for certified firefighters who hold a Paramedic certification.

Pay

Pay Group: F4 (City of Seguin Pay Schedule)