Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Sheboygan, WI • Fire Department Head Quarters, WI

91d • $53,411

About The Position

Under supervision and as part of a team, this position is responsible for saving lives and property by suppressing fires, mitigating hazardous materials incidents, providing emergency medical care and transportation to the sick and injured, and educating the public with regard to safety as well as providing various rescue services. This position is responsible for rapidly and efficiently performing various duties under emergency conditions that frequently involve considerable hazard. Persons holding this position must carry out the specific orders and directions of superior officers in firefighting, training, cleaning, and maintenance duties, as well as in the delivery of emergency medical care. Considerable independence of judgment and action is also necessary in circumstances of extreme urgency where referral to a superior for instruction is not practicable. The firefighter/paramedic works under the general supervision of the Lieutenant and/or Captain assigned to the station. He/she is required to maintain the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a firefighter/paramedic position.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Diploma from a standard senior high school or technical school recognized and issued by a state education agency or a GED certificate recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Emergency medical licensure by the State of Wisconsin to the level deemed appropriate and necessary by the Fire Chief.
• Firefighting certification to the level deemed appropriate and necessary by the Fire Chief.
• Any additional requirements as established by the Board of Police and Fire Commissioners.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire, emergency medical, rescue and hazardous materials incidents as a member of a team.
• Works in hazardous environments while performing various tasks and while wearing a closed circuit, self-contained breathing apparatus as well as other protective equipment necessary for safe operations.
• Operates as a member of a team and utilizes the necessary tools in areas of specialty rescue, including but not limited to rope rescue, confined space rescue, trench rescue, and water/ice rescue.
• Performs general tasks related to fire suppression such as operating portable fire extinguishers, advancing, connecting, and handling fire supply hose lines, deploying salvage covers, ventilating buildings, and operating various firefighting appliances.
• Performs examination of patients at the appropriate level of licensure to determine primary and secondary medical problems by using questioning, physical examination, and use of diagnostic equipment.
• Operates and assists in maintaining the fire apparatus, equipment, and facilities of the station to which he/she are assigned.
• Administers medications and medical interventions according to established protocols.
• Communicates accurately with emergency room staff regarding reports of patient's history, physical condition, and treatment.
• Attends and participates in training programs delivered by the department in areas deemed related to the job.
• Functions under an organized plan of medical control protocols.
• Supervises other firefighters when qualified and acts as Lieutenant or other supervisory position as needed due to absence.
• Performs inspections of businesses and other occupancies for fire and life safety as well as code compliance.
• Delivers public education programs to members of the community.
• Under the direction of a superior officer, occasional supervisory responsibilities may be delegated to the firefighter/paramedic based on job responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned by the Administrative Chiefs, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Benefits

• Salary will commensurate depending on certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees