Part-Time Firefighter/AEMT or Firefighter/Paramedic

About the role

The position involves performing a variety of Firefighting/AEMT or Firefighter/Paramedic duties related to protecting the life and property of city residents.

Responsibilities

• Receives classroom and field training in a wide range of fire prevention and suppression techniques, principles, and procedures; receives specialized training in salvage and rescue operations, emergency medical aid, emergency preparedness, hazardous materials, disaster, drowning, and other related emergency situations.
• Responds to emergency signals; performs as a member of firefighting team; responds to emergency calls by riding fire apparatus to scene of fire; lays and connects water hose, hooks up pump, holds nozzle and directs water stream; raises and climbs ladders; utilizes other specialized equipment such as fire extinguishers, SCBA's, encapsulated HazMat suits, power saws, and hydraulic rescue tool; rescues occupants from fire danger, renders emergency medical aid, removes bodies and performs salvage operations.
• Prepares and submits a variety of reports related to fire incidents and pre-fire plan activity; performs general maintenance necessary to maintain department building and equipment; sweeps and cleans station rooms, makes beds, washes walls, floors, and widows.
• Completes and passes a yearly work capacity test consisting of an arduous pack test consisting of a 3-mile walk wearing 45 pounds in less than 45 minutes and completes Department Job Task Simulation.
• Evaluates patient's condition and/or injuries; evaluates accident scenes and/or medical emergencies and administers aid as per protocol; monitors patient's vital signs and provides basic life support until transported to the hospital; operates resuscitation and suction devices during cardiopulmonary resuscitation; applies vacuum splints, cervical collars, backboards, and various other medical devices used to immobilize patients during transport and extrication.
• Performs daily inventory of ambulances and ensures their readiness to respond to emergencies; checks all equipment on board the ambulance and ensures it is operating properly.
• Applies bandages and dressing on soft tissue injuries as needed to stop bleeding; applies pneumatic anti-shock pants on patients as per protocol to maintain profusion of patient's vital signs; lifts and carries patients from scene to ambulance according to established procedures. Transports patients via ambulance to hospitals.
• Cleans ambulances and equipment in a safe manner to prevent exposure to medical waste and other hazards associated with medical operations. Disposes of contaminated equipment and material according to governing regulations.
• Attends public gatherings to ensure observance of fire safety requirements, standards, and regulations; conducts tours for interested groups.
• Performs other related duties as required by the Chief.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school,
• Utah State Certified Advanced EMT or Paramedic,
• Utah State Certified Firefighter I & II,
• Utah State Certified Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of firefighting methods, techniques, and procedures;
• Firefighting equipment types and varieties and their most appropriate and effective use;
• Equipment maintenance and care;
• State and city codes, laws, and regulations, and ordinances related to fire prevention;
• Fire vehicle equipment;
• Emergency medical techniques, procedures and first-aid;
• Interpersonal communication skills.

Skills

• Ability to follow detailed verbal or written work instructions;
• Work in dangerous emergency situations;
• Perform strenuous physical labor;
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;
• Assimilate modern fire prevention and firefighting skills;
• Perform under extreme weather conditions;
• Work on call and on shift work;
• Develop effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$16.00 per hour

Schedule

Part-Time, Non-Exempt