Firefighter (Part-time) - Grade 16

Mandan Fire Department • Mandan, ND

1d • $27 - $28

About The Position

This position performs firefighting, emergency rescue, emergency medical, and other emergency and non-emergency functions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of fire prevention and suppression standards, practices, strategies, tactics, and apparatus.
• Knowledge of incident command principles and practices.
• Knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving under routine and emergency conditions.
• Skill in the operation and use of fire equipment and apparatus.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with a high school education.
• Ability to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain and maintain Firefighter I certification within one year of employment.
• Ability to complete the medical and physical criteria as specified in the department’s Health and Fitness policy.
• Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the firefighter physical performance test.
• Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency assignments as dispatched in order to perform fire suppression, EMS response, hazardous materials response, rescue, and other emergency response activities.
• Attends classes and training sessions to improve firefighting and emergency medical skills.
• Operates a variety of equipment as assigned, including fire pump, aerial ladder, generators, etc.
• Completes required training and maintains required certification.
• Performs related duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED