Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. This classification is part of the broad-band compensation plan. Duties listed may not be performed by all incumbents, and level may be assigned in accordance with the skills and proficiencies demonstrated by the incumbent.

• Responds to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, motor vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
• Maintains a state of readiness for emergency response.
• Maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire vehicles, emergency squads and in fire stations.
• Provides protection of life and property. Suppresses, controls and extinguishes fires.
• Performs search, rescue, extrication of victims and forcible entries.
• Performs cleanup activities.
• Drives, operates and monitors a variety of fire and emergency vehicles and emergency medical equipment.
• Administers first aid, artificial respiration, life support or other medical care according to level of certification.
• Inspects buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
• Prepares and completes various forms and reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Meet the requirements of Georgia Fire Laws and Regulations Annotated section 25-4-8 as listed below:
• High school diploma or GED
• Pass a post offer of employment Criminal History back ground check (No felony convictions within the past 10 years)
• Pass a post offer of employment physical exam
• Successfully complete a physical evaluation battery (PEB) based on

NFPA 1582

standards

• Pass a post offer of employment drug/alcohol screening
• Possess a valid class A or Class B drivers license
• Must have one year of service with a comparable full service fire department
• Must have successfully completed the NPQ Firefighter I Certification written and practical testing conducted by the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council and the Georgia Fire Academy
• Must have successfully completed Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate medical training as outlined by the Georgia Department of Human Resources (EMS Division)
• Meet guidelines established in

NFPA 1001

Firefighter Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4 Work schedule is 56 hours per week which may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Non-certified Firefighter new hire pay will be reduced by 5% until certification is obtained.