Firefighter All Experience Levels

City of Franklin•Franklin, TN

1d•$57,200 - $60,632

About The Position

Under general supervision performs all duties of a firefighter which includes fighting fires, salvage and rescue work, and administering minor first aid. Completes regular training sessions and performs some maintenance work on the fire station and vehicles as required. Reports to the Captain and/or Lieutenant.

Requirements

Must be 18 years old to apply.
Entry-Level Firefighter: Must be 18 years old by April 29th, 2025
Possess a valid driver's license
Certified Firefighter: High School Diploma/GED
Valid Driver’s License
18 years of age
Firefighter II Certification. Certification MUST BE from either Tennessee Commission on Firefighting, IFSAC, or ProBoard
Minimum 320-hour basic firefighter training academy, verified by FFD Training Division Staff
Current EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic license in the State of Tennessee OR a current EMT, AEMT or Paramedic license in another state AND must meet the reciprocity requirements for the State of Tennessee.
The required knowledge, skill, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties are normally acquired through an Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Performs fire control duties Responds to fire, rescue, hazardous materials emergencies, and other emergencies assigned to company.
Lays and connects hose lines, nozzles, and other related appliances, and turns water on and off as necessary; carries, puts up, and climbs ladders and operates rescue equipment as necessary.
Performs salvage work at fire and emergency scenes using salvage covers, vacuums, mops, and squeegees.
Performs ventilation by making openings in buildings, using exhaust fans or fog streams, power tools, hand saws, and axes.
Enters burning or contaminated buildings, structures, and other areas to fight fires and/or perform rescues while wearing required protective clothing and safety equipment.
Administers first aid to the sick injured.
Performs tactical surveys of commercial structures in assigned district.
Attends training to maintain and learn new knowledge and skills Attends regular training sessions to practice existing procedures and to learn and practice new firefighting and rescue methods .
Assists in cleaning personal and station firefighting equipment upon return to the station after an emergency call or a practice drill.
Cleans and maintains areas of the fire station used by Department personnel as scheduled.
Operates a pressure pump and elevating devices as assigned.
Assists with the fire prevention programs.
Maintains fire hydrants and completes any necessary paperwork.
Performs other related duties as required.