Firefighter/Paramedic Part-Time

Description

• Responds to fire alarms, rescue alarms, medical emergencies, and other emergency calls to protect life and property.
• Lays and connects hoses.
• Holds nozzle and directs water streams in the control and extinguishing of fires in structures or other objects.
• Uses forcible entry tools, bars, hooks, life-safety lines, ground ladders, chemical extinguishers, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Raises and climbs ladders up to 35 feet and may climb a 100 foot aerial ladder.
• Ventilates structures using such techniques as opening windows and cutting or chopping holes through the roof.
• Completes rescue work.
• Removes persons from danger which may include dragging up to 165 pounds up to 70 feet.
• Completes salvage operations such as placing or throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.
• Provides immediate care in response to medical emergencies.
• Care for victims of accidents or illness.
• Administers advanced life treatment to injured or ill persons.
• Provides emergency care at the scene.
• Moves patients from various locations to prepare for transportation.
• Operates emergency vehicles in compliance with Fire Department Operations Directives, local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Works 24-hour shifts and must complete at least two (2) 24-hour shifts per month.
• May be recalled to duty in cases of emergencies and/or disasters.
• Performs preventive maintenance and daily inspections on fire apparatus and equipment.
• Inspects fire apparatus after each operation to ensure proper and efficient operating condition.
• Participates in routine daily housekeeping and maintenance of fire facilities.
• Cleans, washes, and services fire apparatus.
• Sweeps, mops, cooks, washes, and cleans fire station and grounds.
• Completes and maintains various records and reports.
• Assists in completion of building pre-plans, participates in fire inspection, prevention, and suppression training programs to maintain occupational skills.
• Attends drills and training classes regarding firefighting techniques, operation of specialized firefighting equipment, design and construction of buildings, location of exits, entrances, fire alarm boxes, fire hydrants, sprinkler systems, and other related topics.
• Assists with public education programs.
• Studies technical material on modern firefighting techniques and water systems.
• Maintains medical continuing education by studying medical journals, literature, and case studies.
• Secures and maintains all certifications and licenses as required by Fire Department.
• May fill in as a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic as needed.
• Provides vacation and temporary relief as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge

• Basic fire prevention and suppression techniques and practices.
• Pre-hospital paramedic-level assessment, treatment, and medical aid techniques.
• Think and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Perform moderate to strenuous physical activity.
• Use and operate a variety of firefighting equipment.
• Work safely.
• Learn and apply firefighting principles and techniques.
• Understand, explain, and apply policies and procedures.
• Understand and apply mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression.
• Learn and apply fire code provisions and arson/fire investigation techniques.
• Climb ladders.
• Prepare a variety of reports using a computer or iPad and a variety of software programs.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees and the community at large.
• Represent the City in meetings and make presentations; and
• Meet the physical requirements established by the City.

Abilities

• Think and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Perform moderate to strenuous physical activity.
• Use and operate a variety of firefighting equipment.
• Work safely.
• Learn and apply firefighting principles and techniques.
• Understand, explain, and apply policies and procedures.
• Understand and apply mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression.
• Learn and apply fire code provisions and arson/fire investigation techniques.
• Climb ladders.
• Prepare a variety of reports using a computer or iPad and a variety of software programs.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees and the community at large.
• Represent the City in meetings and make presentations; and
• Meet the physical requirements established by the City.