Firefighter/Paramedic

GENERAL FUND CITY OF WILMER TEXAS•Wilmer, TX

75d

About The Position

The Firefighter/Paramedic operates under the direction of a frontline officer and performs technical and specialized work related to fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, fire prevention and inspections, administration, and other assigned duties. Work is assigned through general and sometimes specific instructions by a frontline officer; the position may also receive daily direction from Shift Captains. Work is evaluated by the frontline officer for adherence to instructions and established standards. This position does not supervise other positions. The role responds to emergency and non-emergency calls, provides first aid and emergency medical care within the employee’s authorized certification and applicable protocols, and helps secure incident scenes. It also involves maintaining department facilities and equipment, conducting business pre-fire inspections, participating in training and public education, and learning local streets, routes, and medical facility locations. Regular attendance and customer service are essential.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License; must obtain a Class B license within the first six months of employment or at the earliest available time frame as a condition of continued employment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (Structural) certification.
Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic Certification, or EMT-Basic Certification with the requirement to obtain Paramedic certification within the first two years of employment or at the earliest available time frame as a condition of continued employment.
National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications 100, 200, 700, and 800, or ability to obtain them within six months of employment.
National Fallen Firefighter Foundation Courage to be Safe certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
National Traffic Incident Management (TIM) certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
NFPA 1851: Cancer Related Risk of Firefighting certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
Knowledge of fire suppression and prevention, emergency medical services, specialized communication equipment, safe work practices, and comprehensive fire suppression operations.
Knowledge of fire prevention and suppression techniques, including fire hydrants, ladders, water and chemicals, salvage, and rescue operations; fire department equipment; hazardous materials incident procedures; and applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and rational thinking in dangerous circumstances, evaluate alternatives and select an appropriate course of action, become familiar with the service area, and maintain the physical fitness needed to perform the duties.

Nice To Haves

College-level coursework in Fire Science.
Texas Class B Driver’s License.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
Administer first aid and emergency medical care in accordance with authorized EMS certification, medical protocols, and standard operating procedures.
Secure the safety of incident scenes and follow universal health precautions when treating and caring for patients.
Inspect, test, clean, and maintain station facilities, grounds, equipment, and apparatus.
Conduct pre-fire inspections of businesses.
Participate in daily training exercises and instruction, and attend scheduled training necessary to maintain EMS certification and required continuing education.
Work shift schedules that include weekends, holidays, and extended hours during emergencies, disasters, heavy workloads, or staffing difficulties.
Participate in department committees and attend required meetings.
Conduct public education activities and provide excellent customer service to the public.
Learn streets and routes within the City and surrounding areas, including locations of medical facilities, to support timely responses.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance during assigned work hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.