Firefighter II - Paramedic

City of Copperas Cove•Copperas Cove, TX

About The Position

General Purpose: Protects life and property by performing firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties. Maintains fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives direct supervision from the Fire Captain. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This is not a promotable position. To be classified as a Firefighter II the employee must obtain and maintain listed certifications listed below. Exchanges information with on-coming and off-going shifts. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Perform firefighting activities including; driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks. Perform emergency aid activities including; rescue, administering emergency medical aid and providing other assistance as required. Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, rescue emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects. Operates radio and other communication equipment. Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs. Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment. Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around station; makes minor repairs; washes, hangs and dries hose; washes, cleans, polishes, maintains and tests apparatus and equipment. Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris. Participates in training to develop and maintain certifications, skills, and knowledge as it relates to fire prevention, suppression, rescue and EMS care and skills. Perform other duties as assigned. Employees may not perform the duties of a higher classification without the assignment being designated in writing and approved by the Deputy Chief of Operations, the Fire Chief or City Manager. Pay for stepping up will be provided in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 141.033(b).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's Class B Driver's License without record of suspension or revocation in any State by date of hire.
Certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a Basic Structural Firefighter.
Certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a Driver Operator-Pumper.
Certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services as a Paramedic.
Certification of attendance to Courage to Be Safe and Traffic Incident Management Program training required within 6 months of employment.
Must not have any felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories.
Must be able to proficiently read and write the English language.
Must have successfully completed the new hire orientation period for Fire Fighter I with the City of Copperas Cove or be hired with all qualifications of a Firefighter II.
External candidates must have two (2) years of verifiable, paid, full-time firefighting experience.
Must meet City of Copperas Cove's response time requirements.
Must have Certification in NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800.

Nice To Haves

Certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as an Intermediate Structural Firefighter or higher.
Certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a Fire Instructor I.
Certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as a Fire Officer I.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection Driver Operator-Pumper and Aerial Certification.
Must be certified in NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, & 800 and comply with future NIMS requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform firefighting activities including; driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.
Perform emergency aid activities including; rescue, administering emergency medical aid and providing other assistance as required.
Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, rescue emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
Operates radio and other communication equipment.
Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.
Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities.
Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment.
Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment
Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.
Participates in training to develop and maintain certifications, skills, and knowledge as it relates to fire prevention, suppression, rescue and EMS care and skills.
Perform other duties as assigned.