Firefighter/EMT

Alvarado, City of•Alvarado, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Captain, members perform work in a variety of situations, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue, and other areas. The position is responsible for protecting life and property by performing firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties. The position maintains fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities. The duties listed represent the various types of work that may be performed. Please review the full job description for a complete list of job duties, job knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position.

Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
High School Diploma or GED
Must be currently certified as a “Basic Firefighter” through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).
Must be currently certified as an “Emergency Medical Technician-Basic” as issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services and meet the requirements of the department’s Medical Director while employed.
Must currently have a valid Texas driver's license; driving record must be in compliance with City policy
Must currently hold or obtain “National Incident Management System” (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications within one (1) year of the hire date.
Must currently hold or obtain a valid Class "B" Driver's License in the State of Texas within one (1) year of the hire date.
Must meet the minimum requirements for a person in this position for the City of Alvarado and be selected.
Must be able to wear all assigned bunker gear, including Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, and perform related emergency scene duties effectively and efficiently.
Must be able to frequently lift and carry heavy objects (70 pounds or more), climb, walk, run, drive vehicles, crawl, stoop, push, jump, grasp hoses, grasp and manipulate small objects, work on unsteady footing, and use other emergency and firefighting equipment as required.
Must possess good vision and hearing and be able to distinguish odors.
Must be able to meet the standard prescribed by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection Personnel Standards and Education.
Must be able to read and write English intelligently.

Nice To Haves

May be required to pass a drug screen and/or pre-employment job performance assessment.
May be required to pass a background check to determine suitability for the position.
May be required to work flexible hours, work during emergency conditions, and may require call-back status (in cases of emergencies).

Responsibilities

Responds promptly and efficiently to all fire, rescue, and hazardous materials incidents and alarms
Understands fire ground procedures including, but not limited to, fire streams, forcible entry, water supplies, salvage, ventilation, overhaul and command procedures
Uses fire equipment, including hose lines, nozzles, pumps, hydrants, extinguishers, ladders, hand tools, extrication tools, and breathing apparatus
Responds promptly and efficiently to medical incidents and understands emergency medical procedures including airway management, bandaging, CPR, splinting, spinal immobilization, etc.
Completes daily, monthly, and annual fire and medical training necessary to maintain all required certifications - training includes in-house quick drills and annual skills testing
Drives and operates department apparatus in emergency and non-emergency situations
Conducts tours, lectures and video presentations, displays fire apparatus, participates in public demonstrations at local school programs and various civic and City functions
Completes daily reports on the testing of fire and medical equipment
Follows the direction of the Driver/Operator in performing daily duties as delegated by the Shift Captain
Promotes a positive attitude among department personnel and other contacts
Maintains personal fitness in order to effectively perform essential duties of the job
Completes written and verbal reports of patient care
May act as Driver Engineer as needed
Maintains and cleans the building and all apparatus
Ensures the building and vehicles are ready for public inspection at all times
Maintains all required certifications
Promotes a positive image in performing community services (community meetings, problem-solving resources, etc.)
Performs all assigned duties and tasks with the highest regard for highest quality customer service
Coordinates activities with peers, coworkers, and other departmental personnel to ensure consistency in interpretation, adherence to, and implementation of Administrative Orders, City Ordinances, departmental, personnel, and safety policies, procedures, and laws
Provides effective control and coordination of resources and activities within the department, unit, or section to which assigned
Routinely performs inspections of operational functions to identify inefficient or ineffective processes and provides solutions
Develops own knowledge, skills and abilities to enhance and ensure continued success and meets all mandated training requirements
Performs other related duties as assigned