Firefighter EMT

Rural Metro Fire•Knoxville, TN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Firefighter EMT trains for and participates in emergency and hazardous duties involving fire suppression and emergency operations at an industrial facility. While firefighting and rescue work are among the most difficult and responsible activities, much of the role involves drills, studying methods and techniques, and routine care and maintenance of customer property and equipment. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to the Company’s and Client’s industrial drug and alcohol testing policies, including pre-employment, post-accident, random, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing. The work generally follows a shift schedule of 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. Travel is usually limited to one trip per year for live-fire burns, lasting 2–5 days. The employee works in environments with noise ranging from moderate to very loud, from open areas to cramped confined spaces, and may work at heights or in confined spaces within plant premises. The role may also involve heavy traffic while responding to emergency calls or performing extrications.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license.
Must possess or be able to obtain a Transportation Security Administration Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must pass the Physical Agility Fitness Test at initial hire and annually.
Must possess a State of Tennessee or National Registry EMT-B credential.
Must possess CPR/AED credentials.
Must possess NFPA 1001 Firefighter I/II credentials (State/IFSAC/Pro-Board) or NFPA 1081 Industrial Fire Brigade Member credential.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous customer service and effectively present information.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents and solve problems involving several options; advanced analytical and quantitative skills.
Advanced proficiency with computer software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Internet navigation.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to perform the listed physical duties, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Respond to fires in a timely, safe, and skilled manner, and participate in controlling fires using hoses and nozzles, hand tools, or both.
Follow established Company procedures and emergency-scene instructions, use relevant apparatus and equipment correctly and promptly, remain composed, and gain control of emergency situations.
Administer first aid within the appropriate level of training, assess threats to life safety, and apply appropriate treatment.
Conduct monthly fire protection checks, including checks of fire extinguishers, PIVs, and interior valves.
Issue Hot Work Permits and conduct daily hot work permit audits.
Safely operate Company vehicles and equipment as directed.
Assist with maintaining and testing fire and rescue apparatus, tools, and equipment, keeping them in safe operating condition.
Keep Company offices, grounds, facilities, and supplies clean, orderly, and usable.
Complete routine non-firefighting tasks, including Company records, time cards, and related paperwork.
Meet the physical requirements of firefighting tasks.
Maintain and properly apply modern fire suppression tactics, methods, and procedures during drills and emergency incidents.
Project a positive, professional fire-service image to the client and meet the client’s needs.
Follow policies and procedures effectively.