Firefighter Recruit-Paramedic Only

City of Copperas Cove•Copperas Cove, TX

About The Position

Protects life and property by performing firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties, and maintains fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities. The position receives direct supervision from the Fire Captain and performs training and assigned duties necessary for advancement to Fire Fighter I. Employees may not perform higher-classification duties unless the assignment is designated in writing and approved by an authorized official. Regular and timely attendance is an essential job function.

Requirements

Be certified or licensed as a Paramedic.
Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
No specific work experience level is required.
Possess a valid Texas Class B driver's license, without a record of suspension or revocation in any state, within six months of earning basic firefighter certification.
Obtain certification of attendance for Courage to Be Safe and Traffic Incident Management Program training within six months of employment.
Have no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories.
Proficiently read and write English.
Successfully pass the entry-level fire examination.
Pass a medical examination, including vision and hearing exams, the department physical agility test, and a drug test.
Obtain NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications within six months of employment and comply with future NIMS requirements.
May be required to pass a polygraph examination and psychological test.
Meet the department's physical standards and legal requirements to maintain current and future certifications from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Unless already certified, obtain Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Structural Firefighter certification within 90 days of completing the course.
Unless already certified, obtain Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician–Basic certification within 90 days of completing the course.
Be able to work well with others, follow directions, and maintain effective working relationships.
Be able to work in dangerous or hazardous situations, including stressful encounters involving trauma, violence, or hostility.
Be able to assess emergencies calmly and act safely, quickly, and appropriately; make decisions with limited information; and perform standard calculations needed for safety, training, and rescue situations.
Be able to work long hours in emergency and routine assignments as part of an assigned crew.
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, other government representatives, city officials, and the public.

Nice To Haves

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Structural Firefighter–Basic certification or higher.
Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician–Basic certification or license, or higher.

Responsibilities

Perform firefighting training activities, including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and carrying out fire combat, containment, and extinguishment tasks.
Perform emergency aid activities, including rescue, administering emergency medical aid, and providing other assistance as required.
Participate in fire drills and attend classes in firefighting, rescue, emergency medical care, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
Operate radios and other communication equipment.
Participate in fire-prevention inspections of buildings, hydrants, and other structures.
Maintain fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities, perform minor repairs, and complete general upkeep and cleaning.
Care for station grounds; wash, hang, and dry hose; and clean, polish, maintain, and test apparatus and equipment.
Perform salvage training operations, such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.
Participate in training to develop and maintain certifications, skills, and knowledge related to fire prevention, suppression, rescue, and EMS.
Complete assigned duties and training necessary for advancement to Fire Fighter I.
Communicate and work effectively with citizens, city officials, city employees, government agencies, media, and the general public.
Follow directions, cooperate as part of a team, and maintain composure and sound decision-making in routine and stressful situations.
Serve on employee committees as assigned and perform other duties as assigned or required for successful department operations.