Fire Fighter II (Part-Time)

Syracuse City • Syracuse, UT

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About The Position

This part-time, hourly position performs assigned duties and responds to emergency medical and fire incidents as part of the Syracuse Fire Department Emergency Services Program. The role responds to all-hazard emergencies, including fire suppression, hazardous materials containment, fire investigation, and technical rescue. It also responds to medical emergencies by administering CPR, managing trauma, handling pediatric emergencies, and providing victim transportation.

The Fire Fighter assists with educating and training the public through fire and medical programs designed to promote community awareness. The employee attends training to achieve and maintain necessary certifications and skills, and works closely with other firefighting personnel to meet the Fire Department’s common goals and objectives. This is a non-exempt hourly position. The listed wage scales are $20.05–$29.66 per hour for Firefighter/AEMT and $24.06–$33.67 per hour for Firefighter/Paramedic, depending on experience (DOE).

Requirements

• Valid State of Utah Driver's License, Class D.
• UFRA/IFSAC Firefighter I and II certifications.
• UFRA/IFSAC Hazmat Awareness and Operations certifications.
• State of Utah licensure as an AEMT or Paramedic.
• NWCG Wildland Firefighter Red Card within one year of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in report writing.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and use good judgment in emergency situations.
• Ability to work irregular shift hours.
• Ability to present options and approaches to problem identification and resolution, analyze situations, and adopt a reasonable course of action.
• Ability to exhibit a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Must upload copies of current certifications.
• Must successfully pass a medical exam and METs test after the job offer.
• Must meet the physical demands of firefighting and rescue operations, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 200 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all-hazard emergencies, including fire suppression, hazardous materials containment, fire investigation, and technical rescue.
• Respond to medical emergencies, administer CPR, perform trauma management, handle pediatric emergencies, and provide victim transportation.
• Assist in educating and training the public through fire and medical programs designed for community awareness.
• Attend training to achieve and maintain the certifications and skills needed for assigned duties.
• Work with other firefighting personnel to accomplish Fire Department goals and objectives.
• Operate, maintain, and use modern firefighting equipment and applicable tools and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed