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Spring Hill, City of (TN)
Firefighter
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What they do
A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.
$52,334 / year median in Tennessee
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Working under the supervision of the Company Officer, or higher-ranking Fire personnel, incumbent performs duties to prevent, combat and extinguish fires, protect lives and properties, maintain firefighting equipment, respond to other emergencies, keep equipment and personnel in a state of readiness for such emergencies. The incumbent is expected to exercise good judgment, independence, initiative, and professional expertise in conducting day-to-day operations. All work duties and activities must be performed in accordance with the City Handbook and Department's operating regulations, SOGs, policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations. Communication, Professionalism & Teamwork Interacts with the public, City employees, outside agencies, and emergency personnel with patience, tact, respect, and professionalism. Reads, writes, listens to, and comprehends instructions, information, reports, and other job-related materials. Communicate effectively by voice, radio, or other means with Fire Department personnel and emergency responders to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information. Follows orders, directives, and established procedures from supervisors Emergency Response & Fire Suppression Responds promptly to fire, emergency, and other assigned calls by reporting to the assigned apparatus and traveling to the emergency scene. Drives and operates fire apparatus, vehicles, tools, and related equipment. Connects, lays, carries, and operates fire hose lines from hydrants and apparatus to the emergency scene. Combats fires using nozzles and streams of water, fog, chemicals, and other extinguishing agents. Enter fire areas, including confined spaces and areas requiring movement up or down stairs, as necessary to suppress fires and protect life and property. Removes objects from structures, places protective covers over property, and monitors assigned areas for signs of fire reoccurrence Rescue & Emergency Medical Services Carries, drags, lifts, and transports EMS equipment, tools, and other emergency equipment to incident scenes. Removes and assists individuals from dangerous situations, including carrying unconscious or injured persons. Provides emergency medical treatment to injured or ill persons within the scope of certification and Department requirements. Maintains required EMS certification in accordance with Department standards. Technical Firefighting & Physical Operations Raises, climbs, and works from ladders. Crawls, walks, and operates in challenging environments, including roofs, floors, confined spaces, and other hazardous areas. Creates openings and accesses structures using axes, bars, hooks, and other firefighting tools for entry, rescue, ventilation, and fire suppression. Lifts, carries, drags, pushes, pulls, and handles hose, equipment, tools, and other materials required during emergency operations. Training, Instruction & Professional Development Participates in required training involving firefighting, emergency medical aid, emergency procedures, equipment operation, and related subjects. Conducts fire drills and critiques participants regarding emergency procedures and performance. Provides instruction to groups regarding fire safety, emergency procedures, and related topics. Maintains knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively. Equipment, Facilities & Department Maintenance Cleans and maintains Department equipment, fire apparatus, hose, tools, facilities, walls, floors, and other assigned areas. Performs routine maintenance and housekeeping activities necessary to maintain Department equipment and structures in a safe and operational condition. Health, Safety, Fitness & Regulatory Compliance Meets applicable requirements of