Fire Fighter, O.C. #60064-290

City of Batavia • Batavia, NY

13d

About The Position

This position responds to fires, medical emergencies, and other emergency situations to protect lives and property. Firefighters perform fire suppression and rescue operations, provide emergency medical services, operate and maintain firefighting equipment, and conduct fire prevention and public education activities. They also participate in ongoing training, fire safety inspections, and station maintenance. The role requires effective teamwork, calmness under pressure, and the ability to perform physically demanding duties in emergencies.

This examination establishes an eligible list for future vacancies that may occur while the list is active. An eligible candidate may receive only one permanent appointment from the list. Following appointment, there is a performance-based probationary period of 8 to 78 weeks. Candidates must meet county residency requirements at the time of examination and maintain residency through the period leading to initial appointment; eligible residents of a civil division may receive preference for appointment in their area of residence.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants who are within 12 months of meeting this requirement may be eligible to take the Civil Service examination.
• At the time of appointment, possess a valid New York State Driver's License.
• At the time of appointment, possess EMT-Basic certification or higher and maintain EMT certification throughout employment.
• Meet applicable medical and physical fitness standards.
• Successfully complete a psychological evaluation.
• Complete required Fire Academy training.
• Be a legal resident of Genesee, Erie, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans, or Wyoming County at the time of examination and for at least two months before the examination date.
• Maintain qualifying county residency through the period leading to initial appointment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fires, medical emergencies, and other emergency situations to protect lives and property.
• Perform fire suppression and rescue operations.
• Provide emergency medical services.
• Operate and maintain firefighting equipment.
• Conduct fire prevention and public education activities.
• Participate in ongoing training and fire safety inspections.
• Perform station maintenance.

What This Job Offers

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