Firefighter AEMT (Certified)

City of Suffolk•Suffolk, VA

12h

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Firefighter AEMT performs emergency response work involving firefighting, emergency rescue, and hazardous-material response. The role includes suppressing fires; conducting rescue, containment, and cleanup operations; and operating related equipment and apparatus. The employee trains in emergency-response methods and equipment use, inspects and maintains equipment, performs fire inspections, and carries out station maintenance and custodial duties. The position reports to a Fire Lieutenant or Captain. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions. Employees may also be assigned related duties not specifically listed when incidental to the role. The employee responds to alarms and may make initial decisions about personnel, equipment, and suppression or containment tactics until relieved by a superior officer. Duties include fire suppression, emergency rescue and basic life support, emergency medical care, hazardous-material identification and spill containment, evacuation assistance, and salvage operations. The employee also inspects, cleans, maintains, and assists with repairs to apparatus and equipment; participates in training; maintains shift activity records; and may serve as an apparatus operator when approved. Employees must maintain Firefighter Recruit requirements and complete the department-provided mini academy and Driver Pump Operator certification within one year of the effective start date. The position is eligible for consideration for assignment to the Fire/EMS Training Bureau and Fire Marshal's Office.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.
Successful completion of the probationary period from a certified Fire Fighter Recruit Academy, or a minimum of 3 years of firefighting and emergency-response experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Valid driver's license.
Must hold, or be able to acquire by reciprocity, Commonwealth of Virginia certifications in Firefighter II, HAZMAT operations, Class III EVOC, and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician.
Complete the department-provided mini academy and obtain Driver Pump Operator certification within one year of the effective start date to remain employed.
Knowledge of the operating characteristics and service requirements of firefighting, fire-prevention, rescue, and hazardous-material-response equipment and apparatus.
Knowledge of emergency-response hazards and applicable safety precautions, basic emergency medical procedures, extrication techniques, local streets and buildings, fire-hydrant locations, and departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to operate and care for emergency-response apparatus and equipment; assess situations quickly and take effective action; and perform under stress and in emergency situations.
Ability to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions when required.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, follow instructions, prepare reports, and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to read reports and related materials, apply practical reasoning and mathematical concepts, and inspect items for proper dimensions and shape.

Nice To Haves

VDFP Basic Pump or Driver Pump Operator certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to incidents requiring firefighting, emergency rescue, or hazardous-material response.
Make initial determinations of required personnel, equipment, and suppression or containment tactics until relieved by a superior officer.
Advance, lay, and connect hose lines; select nozzles and direct water streams onto fires.
Raise and climb ladders; create building openings for ventilation or entry using hand and power tools; and enter premises for firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations.
Use chemical extinguishers and other firefighting and rescue equipment.
Maintain proficiency in engine company-level skills.
Perform emergency rescue according to established Basic Life Support protocols and administer emergency medical care using equipment such as suction units, immobilization equipment, and oxygen delivery systems.
Identify hazardous materials and containers or carriers at spill scenes; use booms and barriers to contain spills and mitigate runoff.
Perform fire suppression and assist with evacuation operations as needed.
Conduct salvage operations, including placing salvage covers, sweeping water, removing debris, and placing ventilation equipment.
Inspect assigned emergency response apparatus and equipment daily for operating condition and readiness.
Clean and maintain equipment after emergency responses; perform minor repairs and assist with major repairs as appropriate.
Attend and participate in training on fire suppression, equipment, emergency medical care, hazardous-material containment, and local streets, buildings, and hydrant locations.
Prepare and maintain activity records and provide pertinent information to personnel on the following shift; review prior-shift reports and confer with personnel as needed.
Maintain proficiency in report writing.
Serve as an apparatus operator when necessary and approved.
Maintain all requirements of Firefighter Recruit.
Perform other related duties as required.