Position Purpose
Under close supervision, performs firefighting, fire prevention, and operating duties.
Essential Functions and Basic Duties
+ Responds to fire alarms.
+ Essential Job Tasks as per NFPA 1582.
+ Extrication of victims from entrapment, utilizing various methods and tools.
+ Lays out and connects hoses.
+ Holds nozzles and directs water streams.
+ Raises and climbs ladders, uses fire extinguishers, bars, and hooks, lines, and other equipment.
+ Responds to hazardous materials incidents and any other emergency response, as necessary.
+ Removes persons from danger and administers first aid to injured persons.
+ Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.
+ Participates in fire drills and attends classes in firefighting, first aid, and related subjects.
+ Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property.
+ Cleans and washes walls, windows, and floors.
+ Makes minor repairs.
+ Washes, hangs, and dries hoses.
+ Washes, cleans, and polishes all fire department vehicles.
+ On assignment may participate in one of several trades in maintaining, remodeling, constructing, altering, or repairing buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment.
+ Assumes a turn at preparing meals.
+ Responsible for putting fire runs information into computer system.
+ Obtain fire report information on scene as relief driver.
+ Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
Training and Experience:
+ Graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent (GED).
Special Requirement(s):
+ Possession of a valid driver's license.
+ Successful completion of required firefighter training.
+ Ability to pass a physical examination.
+ Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening test.
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
+ Extensive knowledge of the City, including locations of streets system and physical layout of the City, hydrants, knox boxes and FDC's.
+ Ability to learn a variety of firefighting duties and methods, including the operation of firefighting apparatus within a reasonable working test period.
+ Physical strength and agility and freedom from serious physical defects as indicated by a physical examination and the ability to perform arduous tasks under adverse weather and working conditions.
+ Ability to perform the mechanical work involved in operating and maintaining firefighting apparatus.
+ Good physical condition and ability to maintain satisfactory fitness level.
+ Be familiar with NPFA, state, and local fire prevention codes.
+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate on-the-basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy/childbirth related medical conditions age, or disability or any other protected class. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, contact City of Glasgow at 270-651-5131.
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