Firefighter 1, 2, 3
About The Position
Under direct supervision of the Fire Chief and/or a Shift Captain, performs responsible public safety work involving the protection of life and property. Responds to alarms and participates in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires; answers rescue calls and renders emergency medical care; engages in fire code enforcement, public education, along with station and equipment maintenance activities; also performs related work as required. This position requires varied shift work, currently on a 48/96 schedule. The Firefighter is also required to function in the position of Fire Fighter in Charge when assigned by the Captain or Fire Chief.
Requirements
- Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent.
- Must possess a current Utah Drivers License
- Must have Utah EMT- Basic Certification or higher
- Must have Utah HazMat Awareness and Operations Certifications
- Must have Utah Fire I & II Certifications
Responsibilities
- Functions under the direct supervision of a Shift Captain.
- Performs firefighting tasks and skills in hazardous environments requiring extreme physical exertion for long periods of time.
- Maintains a level of personal physical fitness including strength, flexibility, and aerobic endurance.
- Will be required to pass an annual physical fitness test.
- Participates in tool/equipment operations, deploys hose, participates in offensive, defensive, and/or transitional fire suppression attacks applying fire extinguishing agents, and other firefighting and/or rescue activities as needed.
- Performs firefighting or rescue tasks while working above ground on ladders or other platforms.
- Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude while interacting with colleagues and the public in any setting while employing courtesy and a friendly disposition.
- Prepares and/or presents educational classes when assigned.
- Performs emergency medical procedures to the level of his/her EMS certification for sick or injured patients.
- Prepares the appropriate written reports for emergency medical incidents, fire incidents, and/or rescue incidents.
- Performs business inspections, life safety audits and other fire prevention activities
- Assists in the cleaning and maintenance of the Fire Department facilities.
- Assists in the cleaning and maintenance of Fire Department apparatus.
- Attends and participates in training keeping all required certifications current.
- Operates Fire Department vehicles and equipment in a safe manner.
- Maintains knowledge of and skills in operation of Fire Department tools and equipment.
- Performs other responsibilities and tasks as assigned by his/her supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
