Firefighter/EMT

Town of Elon•Elon, NC

19h

About The Position

The Elon Fire Department Firefighter/EMT performs firefighting, emergency medical, rescue, hazardous materials, and fire equipment operation work in response to emergency situations. The role includes responding to emergency and non-emergency requests, providing emergency medical assistance and life support, suppressing fires, conducting rescue and salvage work, and operating fire apparatus. Employees prepare, inspect, maintain, and repair apparatus, hoses, tools, and other equipment; participate in training and drills; and support fire prevention efforts in the town. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Fire Lieutenant and/or Fire Captain and may involve stressful emergency conditions, personal hazards, and physically demanding tasks. The position also includes public education and prevention activities, such as presenting programs in schools, conducting fire prevention inspections, assisting with pre-incident planning, and conducting fire station tours. Employees maintain knowledge of town streets and hydrant locations, firefighting practices, equipment operation, and safety precautions.

Requirements

Completion of high school or GED equivalency.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
North Carolina Hazardous Material Operations Certification.
North Carolina Firefighter Certification.
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic qualification.
NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
Knowledge of town geography, street locations, and hydrant locations.
Knowledge of current firefighting practices, procedures, hazards, and related safety precautions.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of fire equipment, pumps, hoses, hose pressures, and fire trucks.
Ability to navigate to fire scenes by the shortest and most expedient route using street knowledge and GPS equipment.
Ability to operate and maintain motorized fire equipment and determine hose sizes, pump pressures, and water flow rates for firefighting situations.
Ability to present fire prevention and safety training to audiences ranging from school-age children to senior citizens.
Ability to represent the city fire department positively.
Skill in operating apparatus such as trucks, pumps, levers, hoses, and radios, and in using firefighting tools and equipment.
Ability to perform heavy work requiring exertion of over 100 pounds of force occasionally, over 50 pounds frequently, and over 20 pounds constantly.
Physical stamina to endure intensive firefighting and salvage work.
Visual acuity to operate equipment, distinguish colors, and see peripherally in both eyes.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification (preferred).
North Carolina Class B Driver’s License (preferred).

Responsibilities

Maintain readiness to respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance.
Receive and respond to fires, alarms, and other emergency calls.
Provide emergency medical assistance and administer life support techniques and procedures.
Participate in hazardous materials response and prevention programs.
Assist with fire suppression, rescue, entry, ventilation, and salvage work.
Ride fire apparatus to incident scenes and operate firefighting equipment, including connecting hoses to hydrants and applying water or chemicals to fires.
Force entry into burning structures and search for and rescue occupants.
Provide pre-incident planning for area businesses and buildings.
Inspect and maintain apparatus, hose loads, equipment, tools, and supplies to ensure they are present, clean, and serviceable.
Perform vehicle testing and routine maintenance and test fire hydrants.
Maintain, make minor repairs to, and clean assigned fire station quarters and grounds.
Present fire prevention programs and classes in schools and conduct station tours.
Participate in training and drills to maintain proficiency in firefighting techniques, equipment, and apparatus operations.
Conduct residential and business fire prevention inspections and assist in preparing scale drawings and pre-plan firefighting strategies.
Maintain knowledge of sprinklered buildings and hydrant locations.
Perform routine equipment servicing, including checking and filling self-contained breathing apparatus, maintaining trucks and batteries, checking fuel and oil levels, cleaning and drying hose, and inspecting hoses and connections.
Check and flush city fire hydrants for flow and pressure.
Perform related work as assigned.