Volunteer Firefighter/EMT

Tiffin, City of•Fire Station - Tiffin, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Act as a Volunteer Firefighter/EMT for the Fire Department of the City of Tiffin, Iowa. Engages directly in fire prevention and suppression activities to protect and safeguard lives and property; responds to EMS calls to care for the sick and injured, assists in maintenance and repair of fire station and equipment; assists in maintenance of fire apparatus; does related work as required. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT is responsible for performing hazardous tasks under emergency conditions. A portion of the work consists of the performance of various duties in the maintenance of the fire station, and the preventative and corrective maintenance of trucks and equipment. A position in this class requires excellent physical condition and aptitude for mechanical work. A Volunteer Firefighter/EMT must readily become familiar with modern firefighting and prevention methods and procedures after entrance on duty. The work requires strict adherence to rules, regulations, training methods, and Fire Department response guidelines. Assignments may be made through either oral or written instructions. Work may be under close supervision, but there are times when the Volunteer Firefighter/EMT must determine courses of action.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the State of Iowa with an acceptable driving record.
Obtain Firefighter I certification (City of Tiffin Ordinance 35.03)
Obtain Firefighter II certification (City of Tiffin Ordinance 35.03)
Obtain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification (City of Tiffin Ordinance 35.14)
Obtain ICS/IS/NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications
Conscientious and dependable.
Coordination and ability to do prolonged manual and mechanical work under adverse conditions.
Tactful communication skills.
Ability to cooperate and maintain a working culture with others.
Willingness to perform any task assigned.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and orders.
Ability to keep simple records and complete reports.

Responsibilities

Clean, maintain and make minor repairs to fire apparatus and equipment.
Perform a wide variety of routine tasks in connection with the maintenance of fire station quarters and grounds.
Participation in departmental or outside the station courses
Respond with and operate fire apparatus.
Engage directly in fire suppression, search & rescue; and perform salvage and overhaul operations at the scene of fire.
Assist in the starting of gas-powered tools.
Ensure tools and equipment are cleaned and/or reloaded after an incident.
Be proficient in operation of S.C.B.A.
Be proficient in the operation of extrication equipment used for disentanglement.
Provide emergency medical care for sick or injured patients.
Check fire hydrants for operation and physical damage.
Operate and recharge portable fire extinguishers.
Engage in cooperative duties in other departments as determined by the Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief or other Fire Officers.