Probationary Firefighter

CITY OF GALVESTON•Galveston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

An island community rich in history and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family! Job Description SUMMARY: Under general supervision, responds to emergency calls for service, including fire, rescue and emergency medical services; participates in fire code enforcement, public education and fire station and equipment maintenance activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: · Responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents; provides rescue and fire suppression; performs emergency medical and first aid services. · Operates fire apparatus to respond to emergency service calls. · Prepares activity reports. · Conducts vehicle and equipment checks. · Maintains the assigned fire station; performs general building and grounds maintenance as necessary. · May serve as an acting Fire Engineer as necessary. · Conducts station tours for the public, school and community demonstrations and programs. · Participates in required training sessions. · Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. · Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent; AND graduation from an accredited fire academy; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
TCFP Intermediate Fire certification.
Intermediate EMT certification.
Possession of a valid Class B Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents; provides rescue and fire suppression; performs emergency medical and first aid services.
Operates fire apparatus to respond to emergency service calls.
Prepares activity reports.
Conducts vehicle and equipment checks.
Maintains the assigned fire station; performs general building and grounds maintenance as necessary.
May serve as an acting Fire Engineer as necessary.
Conducts station tours for the public, school and community demonstrations and programs.
Participates in required training sessions.
Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.