Firefighter

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners•Orient Park, FL

4h•$59,330

About The Position

Performs fire rescue duties combating, extinguishing, and preventing various types of fires and basic life support emergency medical duties in treating illnesses or injuries.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; AND
Possession of a valid State of Florida Firefighter's Certificate of Compliance; AND
Possession of a valid State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician certification; AND
Possession of a valid Florida Driver License.
Working knowledge of firefighting and search and rescue methods and techniques.
Working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations governing emergency vehicle operations.
Working knowledge of safe driving techniques for emergency vehicles.
Working knowledge of firefighting and hazardous materials terminology.
Working knowledge of characteristics of fire.
Working knowledge of standard firefighting and rescue tools and equipment and their correct use.
Working knowledge of roads, streets, hospitals, schools, and other facilities within response area.
Working knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
Working knowledge of the functions, services, procedures and regulations of the unit to which assigned.
Working knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
Some knowledge of diseases and emergency medical conditions, their diagnosis, and appropriate treatment procedures.
Some knowledge of equipment used for patient care such as defibrillators and vital signs monitors.
Some knowledge of building construction as it relates to fire behavior and fire suppression and control.
Skill in the use and care of hand tools and equipment.
Ability to identify patient conditions based on signs and symptoms.
Ability to identify mechanical failures of equipment.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to make sound decisions quickly under stressful conditions.
Ability to lift and carry weights up to 90 pounds.
Ability to perform duties under hazardous conditions requiring considerable physical exertion.
Ability to communicate effectively orally, non-verbally, and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability and willingness to perform housekeeping activities.
Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Ability and willingness to work outside in a subtropical climate under adverse weather conditions and high noise levels.
Ability to maintain combat firefighter readiness status.
Ability to use a computer and related software.

Responsibilities

Responds to fire alarms and performs search, rescue and fire suppression operations to combat fires.
Operates hand and power tools to ventilate structures; positions and climbs ladders; pulls hoses from truck bed and connects to hydrant and pump apparatus; operates water charged hose lines of various sizes to combat fires
Performs salvage and overhaul operations to minimize damage.
Provides emergency medical care within limits established by standard operating procedures and protocols.
Assists paramedic in providing patient treatment and medical procedures.
Provides verbal, written and computer reports pertaining to condition and care of patients at emergency scenes and in transit as required.
Safely and efficiently operates emergency response vehicles.
Conducts pre-fire planning of commercial buildings, hospitals, schools and other buildings.
Performs maintenance on department equipment, grounds, furnishings or structures.
Participates in station drills, allied emergency procedures and actions refresher training.
Performs other related duties as required.