Full Time Fighter Fighter/EMT/Paramedic
About The Position
This full-time role combines fire suppression, technical rescue, and emergency medical services. The employee responds to emergencies including fires, vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and public service calls. Work is under the general supervision of the Fire Chief or Assistant Fire Chief and the direct supervision of a Captain. The role includes firefighting and rescue, emergency medical care at the employee’s certification level, equipment inspection and maintenance, fire prevention activities, community education, and participation in regular training. Work periodically takes place in uncontrolled, hazardous environments and may involve seasonal and weather extremes. Emergency-response travel is expected, and physical readiness and conditioning may be conditions of job retention.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent, or sufficient education and experience to demonstrate the aptitude or ability to perform the duties described.
- Certification as a basic firefighter, plus Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, Wildland Red Card, AEMT, and IC 100, 200, 700, and 800.
- Must be bondable.
- Knowledge of department SOPs and safety standards under NFA, OSHA, NFPA, NIOSH, and State of Utah regulations.
- Knowledge of firefighting methods, techniques, procedures, equipment, and equipment care and maintenance.
- Knowledge of state and city codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances related to fire prevention; fire vehicle equipment; emergency medical techniques and procedures; first aid; and interpersonal communication.
- Demonstrable skill operating a water truck, aerial truck, pumping equipment, and related equipment.
- Ability to follow detailed verbal or written instructions; work in dangerous emergency situations; perform strenuous physical labor; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; assimilate modern fire prevention and firefighting skills; perform in extreme weather; work on call and shifts; and develop effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
- Ability to meet the position’s mental and motor-skill demands, including detail memory, emotional stability, some complex thinking, and continuous use of motor skills.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced EMT certification is preferred; the posting states it must be obtained within one year.
Responsibilities
- Deploy hoses, operate nozzles, and use ladders to extinguish structural, vehicle, and wildland fires.
- Search burning or collapsed buildings and locate and evacuate victims in high-stress, low-visibility conditions.
- Use specialized tools, such as the Jaws of Life, to extricate victims trapped in vehicles or machinery.
- Create roof or window openings to release heat and smoke.
- Provide basic life support, including CPR, AED use, hemorrhage control, and fracture stabilization.
- Assess patients and relay vital information to hospital staff.
- At the advanced EMT level, initiate IV/IO access, provide fluid therapy, administer specified medications, and manage supraglottic airways.
- At the paramedic level, perform endotracheal intubation and advanced airway management, administer medications for a range of emergencies, exercise greater autonomy in medical decision-making, and assist in hospital settings after transport.
- Inspect and maintain fire engines, medical supplies, and personal protective equipment.
- Conduct fire safety inspections and participate in community education programs.
- Participate in daily drills to maintain firefighting and medical skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
