Firefighter/EMT - 1st Shift ( Onsite)

RTX•Middletown, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney Middletown, CT is looking for a full-time Firefighter/ Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for a 24 hr. on 72 hr. off rotation. The Firefighter/ Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) responds to fire, medical and hazardous materials (HAZMAT) emergencies for the purpose of saving lives and protecting Pratt and Whitney property.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
CT Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) & CT Fire Fighter (FFI) certifications
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Hazardous Material Technician certified.
Valid State of Connecticut "Q" endorsement or a valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) a plus
Fire inspection and knowledge of fire suppression and alarm systems, dispatcher experience.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergencies such as fire, hazmat and disaster by deploying equipment, assist in organizing and directing others and carrying out rescues using a variety of protective gear and specialized equipment.
Respond to a wide variety of emergency medical incidents.
Provide medical care consistent with Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) training.
Supports paramedic on Advance Life Support (ALS) response and will be tasked with ambulance transport.
Drive Fire apparatus including pumpers, rescue/hazmat vehicles, ambulance or service vehicles to transport material, equipment, and personnel to fire, accident, disaster or other scenes requiring assistance.
Implementing initial scene operations, operating pumps, ventilation, conducting confine space rescue, fire attacks, hazardous materials (HAZMAT) incidents and assisting with salvage and overhaul operations
Carry out inspection and testing of a variety of facilities and equipment, tools and fire protection devices, chemicals and support devices.
May assist with fire investigation when requested.
Test and repair firefighting equipment and perform condition status checks recommending overhaul and refurbishing actions to restore deficient operating parameters.
Perform routine servicing and maintenance throughout the facilities for assigned area, equipment and vehicles following specified procedures and check list, clean facilities, vehicles and equipment and painting, observation, training and related activities.
Carry out other tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description to develop individuals’ skills and support objectives of the unit.
May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, certifications and operator permits for specialized assignment and to conform with governmental and company regulations.
Physically be able to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, drag fully charged hose lines, assist in carrying patients and endure extreme physical effort in hazardous conditions while on a Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)