GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES A

Firefighter will be responsible for performing functions of fire and rescue operations; including fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), rescue and hazardous materials operation. Personnel must also maintain and clean BCFD buildings, equipment and grounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds as a crewmember on emergency alarms including but not limited to; fire protection, EMS, rescue and hazardous materials situations.
• Drives and operates all fire apparatus as required.
• Performs daily work activities to include but not limited to; testing & maintenance of apparatus, grounds, facilities and equipment.
• Assists in daily departmental operations including but not limited to; answering phones, correspondence, training and public relations.
• Enters & maintains incident reports utilizing Firehouse© Software, Microsoft products or other approved software.
• Conducts fire inspections & fire prevention programs within the community including but not limited to; pre-planning, public education and occupancy inspections.
• Attends and participates in department training and work sessions as required by supervisory personnel.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIREMENTS

• Work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
• Ability to perform tasks involving high levels of cognitive function and judgment
• Not mentally or physically impaired from any cause that can adversely affect ability to safely and competently perform the duties of the position
• Ability to take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions
• Ability to work in an unfatigued state
• Ability to accurately gauge lengths of time and distance
• Ability to quickly store and recall instructions in one's short-term memory
• Ability to concentrate
• Ability to cope with sudden changes in surrounding and/or emergency situations and/or alarms
• Demonstrate caring, committed and concerned attitude about safety

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING

• Must be 18 years of age at time of employment.
• Must possess High School Diploma or

GED. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge in Fire Prevention, Fire Suppression, Hazardous Materials, EMS including modern fire and emergency medical equipment and apparatus.
• Knowledge and ability to safely operate modern fire suppression tools & equipment including extinguishers, hand tools and power tools.
• Computer Skills including but not limited to; typing, data entry, Firehouse Software, Microsoft Office Suite or other approved software.
• Follow instructions from supervisors both written and verbal.
• Interact with subordinates, supervisors, and community in a positive and professional manner.
• Mitigate stressful situations in a calm and professional manner. Be able to analyze situations and react quickly and effectively.
• Firefighter I and II certifications or must pass state testing within 90 days.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to don and doff personal protective equipment used for firefighting, rescue, EMS and hazardous materials incidents.
• Must perform necessary job functions in this protective equipment.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl & reach in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull weight up to 100 pounds.
• Exposure to life threatening conditions and situations associated with firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials incidences and EMS.
• May be exposed to toxic chemicals, smoke, falls, collapsing buildings or earth, contagious diseases, poor visibility and ventilation.
• Must pass the Tri-State Recruitment Alliance Firefighter Candidate Testing Program.
• Acceptable Physical Capacity Profile test results are required.

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION

• Valid Missouri Driver's License and must remain insurable under the City's liability insurance policy.
• Firefighter I and II, or completing class and will obtain state certification within 90 days of start date.
• DOT Approved Medical First Responder preferred, EMT required within one (1) year.
• AHA CPR for the Healthcare Provider.