Fire Fighter Recruit

City of Tucson • Tucson, AZ

10d • $21 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

This classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on department needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor. Demonstrates fire suppression competencies by safely operating modern firefighting tools and equipment, recognizing fire behaviors, and building construction factors, and applying appropriate suppression tactics in accordance with departmental SOPs and nationally recognized standards. Applies risk-based decisions making to identify, isolate, and mitigate hazards during emergency and non-emergency incidents. Performs core firefighting skills through regular drills and live or simulated training evolutions, demonstrates proficiency in hose deployment, water supply, ventilation, forcible entry, search and rescue, and exposure protection. Conducts patient assessments and provides emergency medical care at the first responder level by utilizing evidence-based protocols, effective communication, and scenario-based practices in both classroom and field training settings. Inspects, operates, and maintains fire apparatus and equipment before, during, and after training evolutions to ensure operational readiness and safety. Performs additional duties as assigned. All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have a valid unrestricted driver's license for at least 2 years
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

• CPAT Orientation (this is not mandatory) but it is highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates fire suppression competencies by safely operating modern firefighting tools and equipment, recognizing fire behaviors, and building construction factors, and applying appropriate suppression tactics in accordance with departmental SOPs and nationally recognized standards.
• Applies risk-based decisions making to identify, isolate, and mitigate hazards during emergency and non-emergency incidents.
• Performs core firefighting skills through regular drills and live or simulated training evolutions, demonstrates proficiency in hose deployment, water supply, ventilation, forcible entry, search and rescue, and exposure protection.
• Conducts patient assessments and provides emergency medical care at the first responder level by utilizing evidence-based protocols, effective communication, and scenario-based practices in both classroom and field training settings.
• Inspects, operates, and maintains fire apparatus and equipment before, during, and after training evolutions to ensure operational readiness and safety.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage
• pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings
• 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years
• twelve weeks of paid parental leave
• paid tuition reimbursement
• student loan repayment
• off- and on-the-job training
• opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED