Firefighter

Securitas • Terre Haute, IN

68d • $17

About The Position

The Firefighter position involves responding to emergency scenes including, but not limited to, fire, medical, bomb threats, flooding, sprinkler system discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and numerous other types of incidents. Firefighters will arrive on scene, perform scene size up, and relay information to the central dispatch center and on-duty supervisor of the current situation and any immediate needs. Responsibilities include performing rescue procedures, fire suppression efforts, responding to hazardous material emergencies, and providing medical assistance. Firefighters will also perform standard security duties, prepare logs and reports, and complete other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• N.F.P.A. Firefighter 1 and 2 required.
• Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Level certifications.
• National Registry or State of Indiana Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.
• Out of state certifications must be transferable to Indiana and completed within 90 days of hire.
• Must meet applicable state, county, and local certification requirements for EMT or EMR.

Nice To Haves

• EMT or EMR Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency scenes including fire, medical, bomb threats, flooding, and hazardous materials.
• Performs scene size up and relays information to central dispatch and on-duty supervisor.
• Performs rescue procedures including vehicle and machinery extrication.
• Conducts fire suppression efforts using fire apparatus and extinguishers.
• Responds to hazardous material emergencies and provides spill containment.
• Initiates patient assessment and transports patients to medical clinic.
• Relays patient care information to medical personnel.
• Administers treatment of injuries and illnesses following medical protocols.
• Performs triage duties during mass casualty incidents.
• Provides standard security duties including unlocking doors and patrolling.
• Prepares logs and reports as required.
• Completes other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Health- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental- Aetna
• Vision- VSP
• Accrued PTO Time
• 401K
• Long-Term, Short-Term disability
• Free Life Insurance Policy of $10K
• Free Uniforms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees