Firefighter

Town of Davie•Davie, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, performs specialized firefighting work in fire suppression, administers emergency medical care, provides fire prevention and basic medical care education, and operates fire rescue apparatus. Employee will participate in firefighting and medical training and other training as needed. Employees may be assigned to operate equipment to alarms, utilize special skills acquired on the job, or assist with fire inspections. Employee is responsible for inspection, cleaning and maintenance of equipment and quarters as well as other tasks as necessary. Reports to a Fire Lieutenant or Fire Captain.

Requirements

Graduation from High School or equivalent.
Be at least 18 years old.
Possess a valid State of Florida Drivers' License.
Possess a Firefighter Certificate of Compliance Certification issued by the Division of State Fire Marshal for the State of Florida.
Possess a Paramedic Certification OR Possess an EMT Certification AND are currently enrolled in Paramedic School.
Possess an EMT Certification (State of Florida Certified or National Registry).
Must obtain Paramedic Certification within 2 ½ years of the date of hire and subsequently cleared by our Medical Director within six (6) months of obtaining said Certification.
Possess a current Basic Life Support CPR Card (Issued by the American Heart Association or an equivalent agency).
Possess an EVOC Certification pursuant to FL Statute 401.281(1) (e).
Not have a suspended drivers' license within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related).
Not have a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years.
Not have failed the Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year.
Not have employment history that includes poor performance (to include evaluation information, disciplines, suspension and/or terminations) and/or inability to maintain steady employment.
Not have any body art, brands, tattoos on the head, neck, or face. The neck will be defined as any marking that protrudes past the threshold of any dress uniform. A single ring tattoo is the only body art permitted on the hand.
Not have steroid usage within three (3) years of the date of this application.
Not have used any illegal drugs to include heroin, cocaine hallucinogenic substances and/or other illegal substances with the exception of marijuana as outlined below.
Not have used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one (1) year of the date of this application.
Not have used any tobacco products within one (1) year of the date of this application to include nicotine and E-cigarettes. Candidates must commit to non-usage during employment as well.
Not have been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
Not have made a false statement of any material fact or practiced deception in his/her application.
Not have any convictions of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude.
Qualified applicants will be scheduled by the Davie Fire Rescue Department to complete a physical agility test prior to a conditional offer of employment being extended.

Nice To Haves

An AS or AA Degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency or fire alarms; connects hoses to nozzles, hydrants and pumps; joins and places hose sections; enters burning buildings with hose lines; operates nozzles to spray a stream of water on fires; uses hand tools and hand fire extinguishers; raises, lowers and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gas.
Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons.
Performs salvage operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water, removing debris and placing smoke ejectors.
Assists in operating pumper, ladder or foam truck; assists in inspecting and maintaining all apparatus and equipment.
Attends and participates in training sessions in such subjects as fire fighting techniques, equipment techniques, first aid, street layout and hydrant location.
Cleans and performs minor maintenance on department buildings and equipment; maintains fire station grounds.
Responds to emergency calls to perform necessary rescue work and administer necessary emergency medical care (EMT Certified).
Participates in a continuous training program to improve competence in medical technical work (EMT Certified).
May assist with the inspection of premises for presence of fire hazards and fire safety violations.
May participate in water rescue incidents and instructional sessions.
Performs other related work as required.