Firefighter EMT Intermediate

City of Suffolk, VA • Suffolk, VA

377d

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs general emergency response work in firefighting, emergency rescue, and hazardous material response. Work involves performing fire suppression, emergency rescue and/or hazardous material containment or cleanup work in response to alarms, and operating associated equipment and apparatus; and training in the methods and techniques of emergency response operations and use of equipment and apparatus. Employee is also responsible for inspecting and maintaining equipment, performing fire inspections, and performing various maintenance and custodial duties at the assigned fire station. Reports to a Fire Lieutenant or Captain.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved Firefighter Recruit Academy.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Must hold (or have the ability to acquire by reciprocity) the following Commonwealth of Virginia certifications: Firefighter II; Intermediate Level Emergency Medical Technician; HAZMAT operations; Class III EVOC; Driver/Pump Operations; Introduction to Technical Rescue Module II or equivalent.
• Must be authorized to operate in the Tidewater Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) region.
• Must meet all minimum qualifications for the position as outlined in Suffolk Fire & Rescue Career Path Policy.

Responsibilities

• Responds to incidents requiring firefighting, emergency rescue or hazardous material response.
• Advances hose lines into fire area, selects hose nozzle, lays and connects hoses, holds nozzle and directs stream of water onto fire.
• Raises and climbs ladders, creates openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance using various hand and power tools.
• Enters premises for firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations using chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines and other equipment.
• Maintains proficiency in engine company level skills.
• Performs necessary emergency rescue work in accordance with established protocols for Basic Life Support.
• Administers necessary emergency medical care requiring the use of suction units, immobilization equipment, and oxygen delivery systems.
• Performs salvage operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water, removing debris and placing ventilation equipment.
• Inspects assigned emergency response apparatus and equipment daily to ensure efficient operating condition and readiness.
• Cleans and maintains equipment, as necessary, after completion of emergency response operations.
• Performs minor repairs and assists in major repair of apparatus and equipment, as appropriate.
• Attends and participates in training sessions on fire suppression techniques, equipment techniques, emergency medical care, hazardous material containment, street layout and building and hydrant location.
• Prepares and maintains activity records, providing pertinent information to department personnel on following shift.
• Reviews activity reports from previous shift and confers with personnel, as necessary.
• Maintains proficiency in report writing.
• Serves as an apparatus operator.
• Meets and maintains all requirements of Firefighter/AEMT.
• Is eligible for consideration for assignment to the Fire/EMS Training Bureau and Fire Marshal's Office.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees