Firefighter

Clackamas Fire District No. 1•Milwaukie, OR

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Firefighter performs firefighting, emergency medical assistance, patient care and transportation, and fire prevention duties. The role responds to emergencies with fire apparatus and medical units, operates equipment, extinguishes fires, and works to protect lives and property. Firefighters may drive fire apparatus and medic units to emergency scenes or hospitals. The position works under the general direction of a company officer, who evaluates work effectiveness and compliance with District policy. A firefighter may be directed to supervise a team, volunteers, or student firefighters in the company officer’s absence. The role also includes equipment readiness and maintenance, station and grounds upkeep, recordkeeping, training, hydrant inspections, and assistance with instruction and emergency response activities. Firefighters provide initial assessment and care to ill or injured patients within their EMT or Paramedic scope of practice, prepare patients for transport, and complete patient-care records. Work may involve exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials, indoor and outdoor conditions, temperature extremes, dust, noise, chemicals, fumes, and hazards at emergency scenes. Employees may be assigned to assist with major emergencies, disasters, or training exercises.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or college degree.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Valid EMT Basic, Intermediate, or Paramedic state license or NREMT license by the time of application.
Successfully complete Clackamas Fire District evaluation components.
Successfully complete Clackamas Fire District post-testing clearance.
Successfully pass driving and background-check clearance.
Successfully complete a pre-employment drug test.
Successfully complete a pre-employment NFPA 1582 physical.
Successfully complete a psychological profile evaluation.
Maintain National Fire Protection Association health and fitness standards.
Paramedic candidates must possess an associate degree or higher to qualify as a Paramedic in Oregon.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergencies with fire apparatus and medical units; deploy hose, operate pumps and firefighting equipment, and assist with extinguishing fires.
Remove people from danger and provide emergency life support, medical care, and transportation for sick or injured people within the employee’s EMT or Paramedic scope of practice.
Perform initial assessment and management of illness or injury in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
Prepare or assist in preparing patients for transport and ensure compliance with emergency medical transport regulations, protocols, and procedures.
Complete and transfer patient-care information and records according to established procedures.
Keep assigned equipment ready for use, conduct daily inspections, and perform necessary maintenance and repairs.
Clean and service District equipment and perform assigned station and grounds housekeeping and maintenance.
Inspect hydrants by clearing weeds and brush, painting them, and marking their locations.
Drive and operate equipment as directed.
Maintain records and submit required reports.
Attend training and classes in firefighting, medical techniques, hydraulics, apparatus operation, and related subjects.
Assist with instruction and training in firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue practices, including guiding or assisting lower-level technicians and students when assigned.
Perform assigned fire-prevention inspections.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality-improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
Maintain NFPA health and fitness standards.
Assist with major emergencies, disasters, and training exercises as assigned, and perform other related duties as directed.