Firefighter Paramedic

City of Trussville•Trussville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Firefighter Paramedic performs specialized duties in preparing for and responding to fire and medical emergency calls and provides general support within the Fire Department. The position maintains readiness for emergency response; responds to fires, medical incidents, hazardous materials events, vehicle accidents, and other emergencies; provides paramedic care; supports fire prevention and public education; and performs related City and department duties. The role enforces and complies with applicable fire codes, ordinances, laws, regulations, and orders from superior officers. It uses fire service, rescue, medical, and communications equipment; suppresses and extinguishes fires; conducts rescue operations; identifies hazards; and applies appropriate safety and medical procedures. It also supports department operations through inspections, pre-fire planning, equipment and vehicle maintenance, recordkeeping, training, station upkeep, and public interaction. Work takes place at the fire station and at external locations, including residences, businesses, and emergency medical facilities. It involves firefighting and lifesaving equipment and possible exposure to hazardous weather, traffic, infectious diseases, and angry or irate citizens. The role requires sustained strenuous work under adverse conditions and moderate physical exertion, including lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or running; occasional lifting may involve objects weighing over 75 pounds.

Requirements

Possess a current Paramedic License and be a National Registered Paramedic (NREMT).
Be at least 18 years old by the announcement closing date.
Have a high school diploma or GED certificate by the announcement closing date.
Have no felony convictions.
Possess a valid State of Alabama driver's license.
Obtain Firefighter I/II certification within one year of the hire date; Alabama law requires Firefighter I certification within 365 days of initial employment.
During the probationary period, complete Firefighter I certification through the Alabama Fire College; Firefighter II if not taken with Firefighter I; Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course (EVOC); Alabama Ethics Commission Initial Ethics Course; and NIMS courses IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800.
Within two years of hire, obtain Certified Child Passenger Safety Seat Technician certification.
Have integrity, honesty, objectivity, dependability, reliability, personal responsibility, sound judgment and reasoning, problem-solving ability, and conflict-resolution skills.
Maintain good interpersonal relationships and demonstrate compassion, empathy, flexibility, resourcefulness, creativity, adaptability, and respect for authority.
Know fire behavior, current firefighting tactics and strategies, current EMS practices and related medical equipment, local geography, streets and hydrants, and Trussville Fire & Rescue policies and procedures.
Know how to operate computers and job-related software applications.
Be able to make timely and effective decisions in emergency situations, follow orders, read and understand written materials, and write using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
Be able and willing to perform strenuous work for sustained periods under adverse conditions.
Accomplish essential job functions in a timely manner, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Within three years of hire, recommended certifications include Rope Rescue Awareness & Operations, Hazardous Materials Technician, Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD) course unless previously certified, FAO: Pumper, Fire Apparatus Operator: Pumper, and Fire Apparatus Operator: Aerial.

Responsibilities

Maintain readiness and respond when dispatched to fire, medical, hazardous materials, vehicle accident, and other emergency calls.
Evaluate emergency scenes, direct traffic, control crowds, communicate with dispatchers and other personnel over radio channels, and take appropriate action.
Enforce and comply with City fire codes and ordinances, state fire laws and regulations, and instructions from superior officers.
Select and operate fire service equipment, including hoses, nozzles, appliances, and sprinkler and standpipe system components.
Provide paramedic care, including first aid, life support, patient assessment, advanced cardiac life support, trauma and pediatric life support, spinal immobilization, medication administration, IV therapy, triage, defibrillation, and airway management.
Suppress and extinguish fires; conduct forcible entry, ventilation, victim search and rescue, salvage, and overhaul; and recognize and preserve potential arson evidence.
Locate water sources; lay and connect hose; direct water streams; use chemical extinguishers; and raise and climb ladders.
Identify dangerous building conditions, electrical emergencies, hazardous materials, and health hazards; apply precautions and procedures; inform or evacuate people; and implement medical protocols.
Use emergency techniques when trapped or disoriented, assist fellow firefighters and new recruits, and wear protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus as designed.
Conduct building inspections, notify parties of fire hazards, prepare pre-fire plans, and check hydrants for proper function.
Perform rescues, including vehicle and structural extrications, searches for possible drowning victims, and high-angle searches and rescues requiring rappelling; maintain knowledge of rope rescue equipment and techniques.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, manuals, policies, procedures, employee handbooks, and area maps.
Attend meetings, seminars, and training to stay current on department operations and medical and rescue techniques and to improve job performance.
Prepare forms, logs, requests, records, reports, correspondence, and other documents related to daily duties.
Prepare, inspect, inventory, repair, and maintain fire equipment, apparatus, hoses, tools, materials, turnout gear, medical equipment, and vehicles; test equipment regularly.
Conduct station tours; raise and lower the flag; secure facilities; prepare meals; do laundry, housekeeping, station cleaning, painting, metal polishing, and grounds maintenance.
Provide information and guidance, take and relay messages, direct calls, and return calls.
Recommend and support policies and procedures that promote quality Fire Department services.
Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens; substitute for absent co-workers when requested by a superior officer.
Complete essential job functions in a timely manner, with or without reasonable accommodation.