Firefighter (Paid-on-Call)

City of Waconia•Waconia, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Protect life and property by performing firefighting, fire prevention and suppression; perform emergency medical aid as part of the City’s Emergency Response Team. Perform hazardous material and fire prevention duties; maintain fire equipment, apparatus and facilities to ensure proper operation when needed.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a resident of the City of Waconia or reside within a 15-minute response time from the fire station while following all posted traffic control measures.
Must be a High School Graduate or possess a GED equivalent.
Must not have any felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories including Assault, Sexual Abuse of any kind, Robbery/Theft or Embezzlement.
Must possess the ability to read and write the English language.
Must possess the ability to meet Departmental physical agility and FIT testing standards by passing the department CPAT within 1 year of hire.
Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Class D Minnesota State Driver’s License or higher; without record of suspension or revocation in any state.
Must become MN State EMT certified by the MN OEMS (Office of Emergency Medical Services) within 2 years of hire.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Responder or EMT Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified
NFPA 1001 (FFI, FFII & Hazardous Material Operations.)
Previous experience as a paid on call, volunteer, or career firefighter and/or EMS provider.

Responsibilities

Perform firefighting activities including laying hose, fire control, containment, and extinguishment tasks.
Select, drag, lift, and carry hose and nozzle depending on the type of fire, and correctly apply a stream of water or chemicals to the fire.
Position and climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or assist individuals from burning structure or hazardous environments.
Perform ventilation and forcible entry if required by creating openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using appropriate and available manual and power tools.
Protect property from smoke and water damage using positive pressure ventilation, salvage covers, smoke ejectors and or whatever other tools are available and needed as directed by a crew lead or department officer.
Perform salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.
Respond to fire and emergency medical calls as needed.
Assume command in the absence of superior officers if qualified to do so.
Perform emergency medical activities including administering first aid, CPR and providing other medical assistance as required at scenes that are traumatic and non-traumatic.
Regularly respond to fire alarms and extinguish or control fires as a member of a team under the supervision of an officer.
Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Communicate with two-way communications systems.
Regularly participate in fire drills, and attend classes to learn proper firefighting, emergency medical, and hazardous materials techniques.
Attend regular and assigned training sessions to maintain and upgrade firefighting & EMT skills.
Participate in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.
Maintain fire and medical equipment, apparatus, and facilities in proper working condition.
Perform minor repairs to departmental equipment.
Perform general maintenance in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; clean and wash walls and floors; care for grounds around station; conduct minor repairs; wash, hang and dry hose; wash, clean, polish, maintain and test apparatus and equipment.
Responsible for maintaining his/her Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per manufacturer’s recommendations.
Present programs to the community on safety and fire prevention topics if properly trained in the subject.