Firefighter Probationary (Creating A List)

Duties And Responsibilities

Interested candidates must begin the process via NationalTestingNetwork.com (Find Jobs > Firefighter Jobs > Florida > Update > select Bradenton Fire Department). Complete the application and schedule testing. Selected candidates will be contacted with next steps.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Resource Management
  • Apparatus/Equipment/Building Maintenance
  • Special Operations Assignments
  • Pre-Fire Planning
  • Hydrant Maintenance
• Emergency Services Operations
  • Fire Suppression
  • Medical and Rescue Responses
  • Hazardous Materials Response
  • Other Necessary Related Responses
• Training Division
  • Daily Training, both practical and classroom
  • Physical Conditioning
• Is encouraged to make recommendations that would improve safety and efficiency of the department.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Firefighter-II Certification.
• Must meet minimum requirements set by the City of Bradenton hiring guidelines.
• Must have completed the Bradenton Fire Department 40-hour Initial Orientation Program.
• Must possess the following FEMA NIMS certifications: I-100 and IS-700.

Essential Functions

• Perform any such duties as his/her superior officers may prescribe and as requested by a Fire Department order, memo, bulletin, or directive.
• Familiar with the information contained in the Organizational Guide; complying with same and shall be guided by the Rules & Regulations and any subsequent changes, additions, and deletions that may arise.
• Conduct themselves in a proper manner and shall not bring embarrassment upon the Fire Department or any member.
• Strive to improve their efficiency as well as the image of the department.
• Report any unsafe condition to a superior officer immediately and be responsible for the compliance with, and adherence to safety rules at all times.
• Be able to work as a team member.
• Be responsible for compliance with all State and Federal regulations and laws.
• Stand, walk, sit, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, hand, speak, hear, see, depth perception, and color vision.

Education and Experience Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Firefighter-II Certification.
• Must meet minimum requirements set by the City of Bradenton hiring guidelines.
• Must have completed the Bradenton Fire Department 40-hour Initial Orientation Program.
• Must possess the following FEMA NIMS certifications: I-100 and IS-700.