FIREFIGHTER
Salary
Part time: $18per hour
Volunteer: up to $25 per call
Job Type
Part-time and Volunteer Positions
Application Deadline: Until filled
Summary
Firefighters respond to emergency calls as a member of the Fire Department’s engine, aerial ladder, rescue truck.
Job Description
Firefighters respond to emergency calls as a member of the Fire Department’s engine, aerial ladder, rescue truck or first responder teams to extinguish fires and perform first aid and rescue services, authorized and responsible for the extinguishment of fires, assists the public with nonemergency requests or complaints. Conducts fire prevention inspections, fire hydrant testing, pre-fire planning, fire prevention education, and minor repairs and maintenance on facilities, apparatus and equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities
In the performance of their duties, the Firefighter places equipment, lays and connects hose; operates high-capacity pumps and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, safety belts, lines and hooks and uses self-contained breathing apparatus.
The Firefighter may enter burning buildings as part of a fire suppression team, perform ventilation tasks above ground, carry heavy objects and equipment and rescue injured or trapped victims.
Perform preventative maintenance on firefighter apparatus and related equipment to include checking fuel and oil supply, battery, lubrication, tires, motors and ignition system.
Prepare written reports and records pertaining to fire, medical and technical subjects.
Required knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Modern fire service principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
Fire protection systems, evacuation considerations, and building construction regulations for fire safety.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions using the English language.
Obtain or possesses and maintain certification as an EMT-Basic or IV Tech, or Intermediate, when eligible per County standards.
Maintain physical conditioning necessary to perform efficiently in emergency situations; meet medical and physical agility standards as established.
Learn the geography of the District, the location of important buildings and the street system.
Physical Demands
Work is performed primarily in the fire station, then on emergency medical scenes, mass casualty, fire scenes and extra ordinary events as they occur. Performing tasks under emergency conditions may require strenuous exertion.
Educations and/or Experience
Graduation from high school and it is desirable to have obtained an associate’s degree and/or a four-year college degree in fire suppression, emergency medicine or a related field
Special Requirement
Possession of valid North Carolina driver’s license (Class B)
Firefighter Certification
Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD) Certification
EMT or MR (Medical Responder) Preferred