Firefighter - Rotating Shift

About the role

The Firefighter-EMT is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. They act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions, detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts, and may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

Responsibilities

• Act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions
• Detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts
• Fight fires, mitigate hazardous material incidents, rescue trapped persons in confined spaces, and administer basic life support (BLS) treatment
• Advance hose lines, operate fire apparatus pump, safely operate power tools, climb ladders, and wear firefighter protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
• Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 80 pounds
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
• Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time

Qualifications/Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner
• Licenses and certifications:
  • Health License as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Hazardous Materials Technician Certification (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120)
  • Confined Space and Rope Rescue Certification (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146)
  • Any additional state requirements for a firefighter EMT
• Successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
• Able to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
• Safely respond to emergency incidents

Benefits

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com