Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician

FF/EMT Must preform Morning Truck Checks Full job description

Job Description:

Perform specialized firefighting work in driving, operating and maintaining firefighting equipment, fighting fires, and crash/rescue operations.

Principal Responsibilities:

The operation of fire apparatus and other equipment at emergency scenes and the maintenance of departmental equipment, buildings and grounds. Uses firefighting equipment available to confine and extinguish fires. At the appropriate time and place within an structure, performs the task of ventilation. Recognizes and reports changing fire ground conditions to superior officers. Operates assigned equipment in compliance with established standards and guidelines. emergencies. Maintains the integrity of the crash/fire scene. Performs salvage and overhaul duties to prevent increased property loss. Participates in a comprehensive station training program. Complies with ORFD Fire Department Policies. Trains daily on physical training. Keeps abreast of new techniques, equipment use and pertinent information by reviewing fire service publications, manuals and journals. Organizes and actively participates in all department public education, community service programs instructing diversified audiences. Participates in the preparation and conduction of Pre-fire plans. May be required to serve as Acting Officer in absence of assigned personnel.

Standard Work Hours:

24 hour rotating shifts.

Knowledge & Skills:

Working knowledge of the Firehouse reporting system. Considerable knowledge of firefighting and rescue principles, practices. Considerable knowledge of the hazards involved in fire/crash/rescue work and the related safety precautions. Working knowledge of the operation of a variety of firefighting equipment. Working knowledge of departmental rules and regulations. Skill in the operation and maintenance of assigned fire-fighting equipment. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations. Demonstrated ability to deal tactfully yet firmly with the public. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Demonstrated ability to maintain physical fitness standard

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$47,000.00 - $51,696.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Firefighter 1&2 , EMT Certification (Preferred)

Location:

Oak Ridge, NC 27310 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person