Firefighter/Paramedic

GENERAL FUND CITY OF WILMER TEXAS•Wilmer, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of a Firefighter operates under the direction of a frontline officer. Performs a variety of highly technical and specialized tasks involving and/or related to fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, fire prevention, fire inspections, administration and other special assignments as required.

Requirements

Knowledge of fire suppression and prevention principles and practices, and emergency medical services
Knowledge of specialized communication equipment
Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures
Knowledge of operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive fire suppression program
Knowledge of technical aspects of fire prevention and suppression including operation of fire hydrants, use of ladders, use of water and various chemicals to suppress fire, salvage and rescue operations.
Knowledge and skills in the use and care of all fire department equipment.
Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in responding to and handling incidents involving hazardous materials.
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations
Exercises sound judgment and rational thinking under dangerous circumstances
Evaluates various options and alternatives and chooses an appropriate and reasonable course of action.
Ability to become familiar with city streets and broader service area.
Knowledge of laws and ordinances pertaining to jurisdiction.
Ability to stay physically fit and able to adequately perform all duties.
High School Diploma or equivalent, preferably supplemented by college level courses in Fire Science.
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License: Class B Preferred (Must obtain Class B within first six (6) months of employment or earliest available time frame, as a condition of continued employment.
Must read, right, speak, and understand English.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (Structural), AND
Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic Certification OR,
Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-Basic Certification (Must obtain Paramedic within first two (2) years of employment or earliest available time frame as a condition of continued employment.)
National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
National Fallen Firefighter Foundation Courage to be Safe certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
National Traffic Incident Management (TIM) certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
NFPA 1851: Cancer Related Risk of Firefighting certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
At least 18 years of age at time of application

Nice To Haves

Bi-Lingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
Administers first aid and emergency medical care to injured/ill persons consistent with their level of authorized EMS certification, established medical protocols, and standard operating procedures.
Secures safety of the incident scene.
Follows established universal health precautions in the treatment and care of patients.
Inspects, tests, cleans, and maintains station facilities, grounds, equipment, and apparatus.
Conducts pre-fire inspections of businesses.
Participates in daily training exercises and instruction to increase performance.
Works shift schedules including weekends, holidays and extended hours in emergency, disaster, or other situations influenced by heavy workloads or other staffing difficulties.
Participates on department committees and attends meetings as required.
Conducts public education activities.
Must learn streets and routes within the City and surrounding areas to include the location of medical facilities to ensure expeditious response times.
Attend scheduled training necessary to maintain EMS certification and minimum continuing education credit as required by the Texas Department of State Health Services and/or Medical Control Physician.
Regular and consistent attendance at the assigned work hours is essential.
Provide excellent customer service skills when dealing with the public.
Performs other duties as assigned.