Firefighter Paramedic - Lateral Opportunities Available

Clinton City•Clinton, UT

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing a variety of working level technical tasks in fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical services, prevention, and other special assignments.

Requirements

Graduation from High School or GED
Utah State Paramedic Certified
Certification for CPR, ACLS PALS/PEPP
UFRA Firefighter I & II Certified
UFRA Hazmat Operations Certified
Valid State of Utah Driver’s License Class “D”
NIMS 100, 200, 700, & 800 (first 6 months)
Knowledge of EMS and resuscitation techniques and their application.
Technical and administrative principles and practices, methods and techniques of fire suppression and prevention programs and emergency medical services.
Operation, maintenance, and uses of modern firefighting equipment.
Operation of the applicable tools and equipment.
Working under stress and using good judgment in emergency situations.
Present various options and approaches to problem identification and resolution.
Acquire and maintain a professional uniform, in compliance with department requirements.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Analyze situations and adopt a reasonable course of action.
Attend required training events and maintain required training participation levels.
Work irregular shift hours and participate in staffing pages (“Callbacks”) as required.
Maintain physical fitness per department standards.

Nice To Haves

UFRA Apparatus Driver’s Operator-Pumper (ADO-P) certified
UFRA Apparatus Driver’s Operator-Aerial (ADO-A) certified

Responsibilities

Respond to alarms and perform firefighting activities including driving apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, fire combat, containment, salvage, and extinguishment tasks.
Perform forcible entry into involved buildings and vehicles.
Perform emergency aid activities including administering first aid and providing other assistance as required.
Participate in fire drills, attend classes in firefighting, emergency medicine, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
Clean and inspect equipment and apparatus after returning from incident and notify supervisors of any discrepant conditions.
Make minor repairs to equipment and apparatus, perform routine preventative maintenance tasks, and keep records of such action.
Operate radio and other communication equipment.
Participate in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.
Keep fire station, equipment, and grounds in a clean, operational, and orderly condition.
Acquire and retain a thorough knowledge of the city, including streets, buildings, water supply, unusual hazards and related items.
Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with Department/City policies and procedures.
Present programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
Maintain a productive working environment which includes, but is not limited to, a spirit of cooperation with co-workers, peers and the public.
Maintain and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for various situations encountered, including use of Personal Accountability Record (PAR) systems.
Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions. Follows city-wide safety policy and practices. Adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the department/city policies and procedures.
Maintain physical fitness level that ensures ability to ensure personal safety.
Subject to emergency callbacks and/or mandatory return to duty.
Other duties as assigned by the Fire Captain and/or Chief Officer.