Firefighter

Eau Claire, City of•Eau Claire, WI

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Firefighter works within the Incident Command System to preserve life, stabilize incidents, and conserve property. The role includes controlling and extinguishing fires, preventing and eliminating fire hazards through inspections and other regulatory duties, and providing emergency medical services. Firefighters perform specialized tasks as part of a firefighting team under the supervision of a company officer and may receive additional assignments from superior officers. Work can involve stressful conditions, personal danger, and independent decision-making. The position also involves maintaining equipment and facilities, participating in training and continuing education, supporting fire-prevention and safety education, and developing specialized skills as assigned. The City of Eau Claire is accepting applications for current openings and a hiring eligibility list, including lateral transfers. Candidates applying for a lateral transfer must be full-time career firefighters with at least one year of completed service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED.
Valid driver’s license; the position description specifies a valid Wisconsin driver’s license must be possessed or obtained within 30 days.
U.S. citizenship.
At least 18 years old.
Valid CPAT certification at time of hire.
At time of hire, either Nationally Registered or State of Wisconsin EMT certification and Firefighter I certification, or Nationally Registered or State of Wisconsin Paramedic certification with the requirement to train within the department for Firefighter I and II certifications within one year after hire.
Maintain certification as a Wisconsin-licensed EMT.
Basic knowledge of fire tactics, techniques, and equipment; hazardous and combustible materials; building construction; fire behavior; water, utility, mechanical, and fire-protection systems; fire-prevention rules and inspection procedures; fire-investigation methods; and emergency medical and other hazardous-incident response.
Oral and written communication skills and the ability to foster positive public and community relations.
Ability to read and interpret policies, rules, safety procedures, and contractual agreements, and to follow directions and lawful orders from company officers.
Ability to maintain prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance; take direction and work well with others; concentrate and perform accurately; respond productively to change; handle assigned tasks; and back up coworkers.
Ability to meet the physical demands of running, walking, crawling, climbing, stooping, and heavy lifting while wearing heavy protective equipment.
Ability to wear a respirator and pass the required annual respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, medical evaluation, and fit test.
For lateral transfer consideration, currently be a full-time career firefighter with at least one year of completed service.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency medical calls and provide pre-hospital care for sick and injured people in accordance with Wisconsin standards and procedures.
Respond to fires and other emergencies; assist in controlling and extinguishing fires, operating hose streams, positioning and climbing ladders, creating openings for ventilation or entry, and protecting property from water and smoke damage.
Assist with first aid and resuscitation, communicate with company officers by portable two-way radio, and participate in overhaul and salvage operations under their direction.
Inspect buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire-prevention codes and ordinances; complete inspection reports and advise building owners or occupants on reducing fire hazards.
Maintain assigned apparatus, equipment, quarters, fire stations, and grounds, and identify hydrants and streets in the area served by the assigned station.
Participate in or conduct classroom instruction, drills, demonstrations, and other training activities; develop specialized skills and conduct specialty training when directed.
Participate in continuing education to maintain or advance relevant firefighter and EMT knowledge and skills.
Participate in fire drills for building occupants and other fire-prevention, safety, and first-aid activities.
Use respiratory protection equipment as needed.
Perform related duties as required.