Reserve Firefighter (Certified)

About the role

Under close supervision of the Zone Battalion Chief and Station Captain, respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents providing appropriate services as required. Provide emergency response and rescue, fire prevention and suppression, community presentations, station & equipment maintenance, and participate in training activities.

Responsibilities

• Drive fire apparatus, operate pumps, lay hose, perform fire suppression, containment, and extinguishing tasks.
• Perform strenuous or peak physical efforts during emergency or training activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme heights, intense heat, cold or smoke.
• Operate all types of fire operation and rescue equipment including fire extinguishers, hydraulic tools for force entry, ladders, various hand tools, and emergency medical equipment.
• Perform search and rescue of individuals in hazardous conditions at fire scenes, natural disasters, auto accidents, hazardous material spills, and confined spaces; remove bodies and perform recovery operations.
• Provide emergency aid activities for the ill and injured, including basic life support, and providing other assistance as required until relieved by proper medical personnel.
• Perform firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps, and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire suppression, containment, and extinguishing tasks.
• Operate rescue vehicles and related equipment; clean and maintain supplies, materials, and equipment aboard rescue vehicles.
• Maintain and minor repairs to equipment and apparatus, hose, firefighting apparatus, and breathing apparatus; ensure that all equipment and apparatus are in constant state of readiness for emergency calls.
• Monitor readiness status of firefighting equipment and apparatus; assist with inspections and drills; evaluate equipment condition and recommend removal or replacement from service; make recommendations on equipment needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent and 2 years of recent experience as an active member of a fire department involved in both fire suppression and emergency medical service.
• Valid State of New Mexico Class E driver’s license or able to obtain within six (6) months of probationary date.
• Age 18 by August 1 of upcoming year.
• NM EMS licensed EMR or higher.
• Firefighter 1 & 2 certification minimum (IFSAC preferred).
• Haz Ops certification minimum (IFSAC preferred).
• Vehicle Extrication certification minimum (IFSAC preferred).
• ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications minimum.
• S130/190 certification minimum.
• Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) certification minimum or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Utilize, process, and navigate the designated reporting system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position.

Skills

• Ability to meet the physical requirements described in the "Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements" section of the posting.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

Additional Information

• Do you certify that you are able to meet the physical requirements described in the "Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements" section of the posting?
• Have you ever been a member of a fire department?
• If yes, how long? Where? What was the reason for leaving?
• Will you be 18 years old by August 1 of the upcoming year?
• Do you have reliable transportation to meetings, trainings, or emergencies?
• Please List Any Previous Fire/rescue/EMS Experience You Have.
• Are you willing to obtain/possess a valid class A, B, or E Driver's License within six (6) months of acceptance of position?
• Are you willing to wear a uniform and comply with dress standards?
• Are you willing to comply with safety gear; full bunker or wildland gear, including boots, pants, gloves, hood, helmet, etc.?
• Are you willing to work in hazardous environments with self-contained breathing apparatus and proper safety gear?
• Where did you hear about San Juan County Fire & Rescue?