Driver Engineer - Fire Rescue & Emergency Services

Broward County Sheriff's Office•Broward County, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is highly technical independent work in the field of fire equipment/apparatus operations in the prevention, control, and suppression of fire (both structural and non-structural) in a comprehensive fire rescue and emergency medical services department. Work is public safety oriented in the protection of life and property through the application of technical knowledge, skills, and abilities in emergency vehicle driving, hydraulics, strategic positioning of fire rescue apparatus/equipment at critical incidents, and the application of fire science technology in fire prevention, control and suppression activities. Employees in this classification perform work in varied location assignments, including but not necessarily limited to, airport(s), seaport(s) and community based fire stations. Work involves an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent discretion in addressing emergency situations. Work assignments and instructions are received from an administrative superior who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and discussion. Incumbents perform essential functions as outlined herein according to location and functional assignment area. Performs related work as directed.

Requirements

Currently an employee of the Broward Sheriff's Office in the Department of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services.
Currently holding the rank of non-probationary Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic.
Three (3) years of full-time paid BSO/Contract City experience in the ranks of Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic.
State of Florida Certified Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic.
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License without any restrictions that may affect the ability to perform the essential work functions.
Possess and submit the following three (3) certifications on or before the listed closing date : Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification (EVOC) from an accredited certification institute State of Florida Pump Operator Certification State of Florida Aerial Operations Certification
Completion of the Driver Engineer Task Book by the listed closing date.

Nice To Haves

If you wish to claim Veterans’ Preference, you must have been reactivated for duty in your current role and must have qualifying service. As per the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, qualifying service is at least 90 consecutive days. You must submit an updated DD-214 Member 4 or Service form by the listed closing date to be considered for preference points.
If you have a service-connected disability recognized by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, you must submit documentation by the listed closing date.

Responsibilities

Performs routine station tasks to maintain the unit’s state of operational readiness including, but not limited to, daily inspecting/testing of equipment, supplies, and materials applicable to assigned equipment/engines/apparatus; stocking and inventory of materials and supplies; inspecting personal gear and equipment; participating in on-going training on equipment/apparatus according to proper procedures and established protocols; participating in pre-fire planning and station operational drills; minor repair and maintenance of equipment/apparatus; maintaining personal physical conditioning; maintaining navigational knowledge of the assigned area’s geographical/structural/roadways infrastructure (including associated safety hazards); and cleaning and maintenance of facilities and living quarters.
Performs strategic and tactical decision-making in response to fire alarms, 911 calls, or other critical incidents including, but not limited to, transporting fire services and emergency medical personnel to incidents; exercising defensive/offensive driving skills in response to road and traffic conditions; determining most time efficient geographic route to the scene; strategic placement of assigned apparatus/equipment to best address an emergency incident or fire attack; determining which water resources or agents to apply to fire control suppression activities; determining which equipment to apply to firefighting actions applicable to the specific incident encountered; and determining attack logistics (e.g., selecting proper hoses and diameters, calculating friction loss and flow rates/pressures to ensure proper flow volumes).
When not controlling equipment/apparatus operations for the response team, performs fire prevention, control, and suppression tasks in both structural and non-structural incidents including, but not limited to, inspecting fire hydrants; establishing hydrant/hose connections; assisting in scene perimeter security; extinguishing and containing fires with proper agents; and participating in post-fire cleanup and salvage operations.
When not controlling equipment/apparatus operations for the response team, performs emergency rescue operations in preserving life and property including, but not limited to, extricating persons from entrapments; stabilizing victims for transport; administering basic and advanced cardiac life support (BCLS / ACLS); administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); assessing extent of illness/injury and determining appropriate medical protocol(s); notifying dispatch of patient condition; and managing time constraints and environmental conditions in expediting victim transports.
Performs routine maintenance of assigned equipment/apparatus according to manufacturer’s instructions, established warranty standards, and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards; performs minor repairs within scope of mechanical abilities; diagnoses real or potential equipment/apparatus malfunctions and documents repair/maintenance needs accordingly; determines operational status of assigned equipment/apparatus (e.g., whether or not to remove from service for in-house/vendor maintenance and/or repair).
Operates one or more of the following equipment/apparatus according to area of assignment: technical rescue/hazardous materials tractor trailers, high and low volume pumper engines, rescue vehicles, air trucks, Quint and Squirt ladder engines, brush apparatus, and crash trucks.
Responds as part of a unit/team to emergency scenes, natural disasters or other critical incidents including, but not limited to, hazardous materials spills, hurricanes, automotive accidents, building collapses, civil disturbances, explosions, water incidents, and aircraft crashes.
Functions in a public relations capacity including, but not limited to, providing fire safety information to the community; conducting presentations on fire services and emergency rescue operations; participating in demonstrations (e.g., blood pressure monitoring); installing smoke detectors; conducting station tours; and educating persons in the areas of health and wellness.
Performs related duties as directed.
Compliance with minimum training and standards of an accredited certification institution for Physical Agility Testing (PAT), such as the Broward Fire Academy or equivalent testing agency. Tasks include a criticality component in responding to fire, medical, emergency scenes or other critical incidents, whereby incumbents are required to maintain physical abilities consistent with current PAT standards in order to perform essential duties as outlined herein on an as needed basis. Emphasis does not consider percentage (%) of time allocated to performing essential functions. Rather incumbents maintain PAT physical standards in order to perform essential functions at any point during compensatory time regardless of allocated percentage (%) of time to any one duty.