Firefighter

This position is responsible for responding to emergency scenes to perform fire suppression, emergency medical, rescue, and hazardous materials mitigation duties.MAJOR DUTIESResponds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.Participates in the departments fire prevention operations.Operates heavy firefighting and mechanical equipment on an assigned watch; lays out lines; operates pump to provide correct suppressant flows; operates generators, aerial ladders, snorkels, elevated platforms, and related mechanical equipment.Responds to emergencies and calls for assistance as a company officer; supervises the performance and safety of assigned firefighter and rescue operations until relieved by superior officer.Responds to and takes appropriate actions at hazardous materials incidents.Obtains and preserves evidence from fire and other incident scenes.Ventilates burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by cutting holes in roofs and floors.Provides medical assistance to victims of fires and other incidents; serves as first responders to emergency situations until medical units arrivePerforms salvage and overhaul operations; applies salvage covers, sweeps water, and removes debris.Instructs and drills fire department personnel in assigned duties, including firefighting, medical care, hazardous materials response, and fire prevention activities; identifies training needs of company personnel.Adheres to and enforces city and department rules, regulations, policies, and proceduresInspects and checks conditions of fire hydrants and water supply sources; maintains, services, cleans, tests, and performs minor repairs to fire apparatus, pumps, generators, and related equipment.Directs and participates in the cleaning and maintenance of quarters and station facilitiesPerforms related duties.KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITIONKnowledge of fire department operational policies and procedures.Knowledge of current and accepted firefighting practices.Knowledge of Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council compliance standards.Knowledge of departmental and city policies and procedures and related federal, state, and local guidelines.Knowledge of city streets and geography.Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.Skill in operating emergency vehicles and equipment.Possesses a valid class F drivers license.Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.Skill in preparation of clear and precise administrative reportsSUPERVISORY CONTROLSThe Fire Chief assigns work in terms of general instructions. The Supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature of propriety of the results.GUIDELINESGuidelines include department standard operating procedures, city ordinances, NFPA recommended standards, and local, state, and federal laws. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORKThe work consists of related emergency response, fire suppression and fire prevention duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.The purpose of this position is to participate in the work of a fire company in the response to emergency and non-emergency calls for service. Success in this position contributes to safety of life and property.CONTACTSContacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, representatives of other fire departments, law enforcement personnel, and members of the general public.Contacts are typically to provide services, to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to motivate or influence persons.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching or walking. The employee frequently lifts heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.The work is typically performed in an office and at emergency and fire scenes. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.No experience requirements.Possession of a valid drivers license with a class F endorsement issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.Completion of 384 hours of GFSTC related training.Possession of or completion of NPQ1 and NPQ2, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, and NIMS (100, 200, 700, 800).Pass an extensive background check, a physical which includes a drug test, psychological test,and a physical abilities test.

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