Firefighter/EMT

Evergreen Fire/Rescue•Evergreen, CO

1d•$71,000 - $90,332•Onsite

About The Position

This job posting is to create an eligibility list. Anyone interested in being considered for a career FF/EMT position will need to apply and be placed on the Eligibility List. EFR is looking to continue to grow with candidates that will help us continue to develop our organization and is excited to help us build a sustainable and effective combination agency. The entire membership of our organization is truly the strength and heart of our operation that is focused on protecting life, property and the environment through prevention, preparedness, education and emergency response. Evergreen Fire/Rescue, founded in 1948, provides around the clock emergency medical, rescue, and fire suppression services along with community risk reduction services to nearly 26,000 residents across more than 120 square miles. Led by a Fire Chief and the Board of Directors of the Evergreen Fire Protection District, EFR consists of six divisions: Administration, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Fire Operations, Community Risk Reduction, Maintenance, and Wildland. The volunteers and employees of each division are committed to providing exceptional service to their community of residents, business owners, employees, and visitors. The Firefighter/EMT is charged with the responsibilities of responding to firefighting, EMS, rescue, wildland and other emergency and non-emergency incidents. While there are routine and essential duties, no day is the same; from day-long training sessions to responding to an activated fire alarm, fighting a structure fire, responding to low and high acuity medical emergencies, an emerging wildland incident to performing life safety education or public education activity in the community are all within the expectations of EFR personnel.

Requirements

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
High school diploma or equivalent
CO EMT-Basic
CO Firefighter II (must obtain within 6 months of hire)
CO Hazmat Awareness/Operations
Driver Operator/Pumper (must obtain within 1 year off hire)
NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
NWCG 130/190 /L-180 with current Red Card
Work Capacity Test at the Arduous Level (Pack Test)
Current Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT) certificate
Colorado Driver’s License with no major violations
All certificates and requirements must remain current to accept a conditional offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Consideration for starting at a higher step will be determined based on an applicant’s fire service experience.
Preference Points: Each applicant will be awarded 0.5 points for each 1 year of employment with EFR. This will not be prorated other than in 1-year time periods. EFR will also consider additional preference to United States Veterans as allowed by state and federal statutes. Documentation will need to be submitted. If you believe you may qualify, please contact Human Resources for the details on what is needed for consideration. Any paperwork must be turned in with your application.

Responsibilities

Responds to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, hazardous materials incidents, rescues, wildland incidents, and other emergency situations in a safe, timely, and effective manner.
Provide the necessary medical/rescue care and services required to mitigate an emergency situation pursuant to established policy, procedure, and protocols.
Drives and operates fire apparatus and ambulances under emergency and non-emergency conditions in accordance with departmental policies and traffic laws.
Acts as a high-performing team member using closed-loop communications to reconfirm orders and is capable of questioning unsafe orders.
Understand and remain current with the expectations of the Incident Command System, and Incident Management systems and be able to assume command roles as necessary.
Demonstrate strong decision-making skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and adherence to EFR’s Policies and Procedures relating to Fire, EMS and Administrative expectations for FF/EMT position.
Perform a complete safety and functional check of essential equipment such as Personal Protective Equipment, SCBA, and assigned apparatus and related equipment /inventory to ensure operational readiness.
Maintain a high level of situational awareness, including weather, traffic conditions, special events, staffing issues, and priorities set forth by the company officer or chief officer staff.
Perform the daily, weekly, monthly and other scheduled station and apparatus maintenance and cleaning expectations as outlined.
Work as a productive and collaborative member of a dynamic response environment that includes the engagement of volunteers, officers and all divisions within EFR to effectively mitigate emergency and non-emergency situations in the community and in the station.
All stations have scheduled duties for secondary apparatus checks, cleaning, and maintenance. The Firefighter/EMT will know and comply with these duties timed with the Company Officer's direction.
Actively participate in drills, training sessions, and continuing education programs to maintain a high level of proficiency in knowledge, skills and abilities to assure a high level of proficiency in all aspects of fire and EMS and to maintain required certifications. Position may require training, meetings and travel in areas outside of the district either on or off duty.
Performs other duties as assigned.