Lateral Firefighter

Summary

Lateral Firefighter

Under general supervision, provides fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical response, and protective services to residents and visitors of the City of Tumwater and surrounding service areas. Firefighters respond to fires, hazardous materials incidents, accidents, natural and human-caused disasters, and other emergencies threatening life or property. Employees provide emergency medical services within the scope of their certification and training in accordance with Thurston County Medic One protocols while operating as members of an emergency response team. Work is performed in hazardous and physically demanding environments requiring sound judgment, teamwork, and the ability to respond effectively under stressful and rapidly changing conditions. In addition to emergency response, Firefighters participate in training, pre-incident planning, fire and injury prevention, public education, inspections, report preparation, equipment and apparatus maintenance, station duties, and other activities supporting the Department's mission.

This is the journey-level Firefighter classification. Positions at this level perform fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical response, public education, fire prevention, and related emergency services while operating within an established chain of command. Employees work in highly collaborative team environments and are expected to maintain operational readiness, exercise sound judgment, and perform physically and mentally demanding work under hazardous conditions. Unlike the Paramedic/Firefighter classification, this position provides emergency medical services only within the scope of the employee's certification and does not require Advanced Life Support licensure or authorization.

Knowledge, skills & abilities include modern fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical response, and emergency operations principles and practices. Ability to assess emergencies, identify hazards, exercise sound judgment, and perform effectively under stressful and rapidly changing conditions. Ability to work effectively within a paramilitary chain of command and collaborative team environment. Ability to understand and follow Department policies, procedures, operational guidelines, and safety requirements. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain accurate incident, training, and operational documentation. Ability to establish productive working relationships with coworkers, partner agencies, and members of the public.

Minimum qualifications include an accredited high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Valid Washington State Driver License with a driving record meeting Department requirements. Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) prior to appointment. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Job Description

Lateral Firefighter

Under general supervision, provides fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical response, and protective services to residents and visitors of the City of Tumwater and surrounding service areas. Firefighters respond to fires, hazardous materials incidents, accidents, natural and human-caused disasters, and other emergencies threatening life or property. Employees provide emergency medical services within the scope of their certification and training in accordance with Thurston County Medic One protocols while operating as members of an emergency response team. Work is performed in hazardous and physically demanding environments requiring sound judgment, teamwork, and the ability to respond effectively under stressful and rapidly changing conditions. In addition to emergency response, Firefighters participate in training, pre-incident planning, fire and injury prevention, public education, inspections, report preparation, equipment and apparatus maintenance, station duties, and other activities supporting the Department's mission.

This is the journey-level Firefighter classification. Positions at this level perform fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical response, public education, fire prevention, and related emergency services while operating within an established chain of command. Employees work in highly collaborative team environments and are expected to maintain operational readiness, exercise sound judgment, and perform physically and mentally demanding work under hazardous conditions. Unlike the Paramedic/Firefighter classification, this position provides emergency medical services only within the scope of the employee's certification and does not require Advanced Life Support licensure or authorization.

Knowledge, skills & abilities include modern fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical response, and emergency operations principles and practices. Ability to assess emergencies, identify hazards, exercise sound judgment, and perform effectively under stressful and rapidly changing conditions. Ability to work effectively within a paramilitary chain of command and collaborative team environment. Ability to understand and follow Department policies, procedures, operational guidelines, and safety requirements. Ability to communicate effectively and maintain accurate incident, training, and operational documentation. Ability to establish productive working relationships with coworkers, partner agencies, and members of the public.

Minimum qualifications include an accredited high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Valid Washington State Driver License with a driving record meeting Department requirements. Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) prior to appointment. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.