Fire Lieutenant

CITY OF MANCHESTER•Manchester, TN

About The Position

Fire Lieutenants are under the general supervision of the Fire Captain. All personnel assigned to the Fire Dept. are under the Manchester Fire Rescue chain of command (Chief-Captain-Lt-Driver-Firefighter) Work is performed in assisting with planning, organizing and directing overall activities of the Fire Shift and commanding a piece of fire apparatus and associated fire crew (driver/operator, firefighters).

Requirements

Knowledge of fire operations techniques and State and City codes and regulations concerning fire fighting and prevention.
Ability to operate a variety of fire fighting equipment and apparatus and knowledge of their capabilities and limitations.
Ability to plan and direct the activities of subordinates.
Knowledge of the geographic layout of the City of Manchester, fire hydrant locations and capabilities and knowledge of surrounding Mutual Aid areas;
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and determine proper course of action.
Ability to record and deliver information to supervisors, to explain procedures and policies and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.
Willingness to perform under hazardous conditions.
Knowledge and ability to work with computers and software programs that are relevant to the position.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with associates, representatives of other agencies and the general public.
Knowledge of Department Procudures/Guidelines, City rules, regulations and procedures.
Valid Tennessee Drivers License
Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). High School Diploma preferred. College degree or college course preferable.
Must possess and maintain a valid Tennessee Driver’s license.
Minimum of five (5) years firefighting experience, and 1 year minimum service with Manchester Fire-Rescue.
Certified Firefighter I and II, Pumper Operations Level I and II is minimum requirement, prefer to have Tennessee Fire Commission/Academy Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I is desirable or have IFSAC equivalent.

Responsibilities

Commands a Fire apparatus and assumes command of the shift in the absence of the Fire Captain.
Assists shift Captain in planning and scheduling work to meet department objectives.
Evaluates crew, seeks opportunities for employee development and addresses performance issues when necessary.
Ensures that assigned apparatus and equipment on hand is in operable condition and supervises maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Responds to alarms, motor vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, fires and non-fire related emergencies directs work of his/her fire crew (Driver/Operators and Firefighters) in rescue operations, forcible entries, ventilation, deployment of attack lines, hydrant hook up, laying of supply lines, supporting sprinkler systems/standpipes, placing ladders, directing water streams and other operations.
If first to arrive on scene establishes command of an emergency scene until relieved by a more senior officer.
Assists with performing administrative functions for his/her shift, including assisting the Captain with administrative duties.
Plans and schedules daily work assignments for his crew and coordinates this with the on-duty Captain to meet department objectives.
Assist Captains in inspection of fire station, building, grounds, and facilities. Assist crew in daily vehicle equipment checkouts, ensures equipment such as ladders, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and hoses to ensure compliance with department maintenance standards.
Accomplish reports (NFIRS) for incident call, listing location, type, probable cause, estimated damage and disposition. Forwards appropriate reports to administrative staff.
Responsible for ensuring daily, monthly, semi-annual and annual training requirements are met by personnel on his crew. Works closely with Captain and to ensure training is up to date.
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned department services; provides input/suggestions within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
Ensures daily that vehicles and equipment on hand is in operable condition and works with his crew to ensure that maintenance of equipment and facilities are accomplished and defect are reported to the Captain;
Responds to fire, non-fire emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and other emergency/non-emergency situation directs work of his/her crew (Driver/Operator, Firefighters) in firefighting operations, hazardous materials operations, rescue operations, laying hose lines, placing ladders, directing water streams and other operations.
Leads crew in periodic inspections (preplanning) of commercial and industrial occupancies to ensures familiarity with hazards, conditions, water supplies and response routes.
Performs other related work as required.