Responsible for the protection of lives and property by performing skilled, specialized work of varied difficulty combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires; working in hazardous toxic environments; performing rescue/emergency medical and disaster relief services. Duties often require the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve extreme physical exertion in heat, smoke, and other hazardous and toxic environments. Work is performed as a member of a team and supervised by a superior officer.
Duties
Responds to fire alarms with fire company; advancing preconnects to burning buildings while wearing self-contained breathing apparatus, carry lights, tools and equipment in order to extinguish fires and search for and rescue victims. Raises and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to release smoke and gases; performs salvage and overhaul; reduces water damage and secures dangerous scenes. Responds to fire alarms with fire company, rescuing victims from natural disasters, collapse, entrapment, and waterways, utilizing mechanical and hand tools; cuts or pries open vehicles to gain access to trapped victims; carries or transports unconscious or conscious victims down ladders and stairs; assists in patient care. May be assigned to or as a driver of rescue, engine, truck, squad or other related apparatus. Performs maintenance on fire and rescue apparatus and equipment, cleans and maintains stations, grounds and equipment. Participates in public education demonstrations, tours, and company/department drills; attends instruction sessions on topics related to fire, EMS, hazardous materials, public education, and inspections. Prepares written reports by accessing and entering information on a computer system. Reviews fire science literature, standard operating procedures, and related rules and regulations. Required to work as part of a team for 24-hour shifts, encompassing holidays and weekends. Performs related work as required.
Performs basic life support initially on his/her own at the scene of an emergency. Performs advanced life support functions under the direction of a licensed physician. Works as a member of a team in search and rescue operations at the scene of a fire. Works as a member of a combat team in the prevention of fire damage and protection of life and property by combating, extinguishing and preventing fires. Work is reviewed by observation of results obtained and methods used.
Duties
Responds to fire alarms with fire company; enters burning building with hose lines; operates hose lines and applies a stream of water on fires; operates hand fire extinguishers and similar equipment in extinguishing fires; raises, lowers and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gases; removes and rescues persons from danger; answers emergency alarms; performs salvage operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris. May be assigned as driver of aerial tower, fire engine, rescue truck and related fire equipment and apparatus; responds to fire alarms and returns equipment to station; operates pumps to maintain an adequate water volume and pressure.
Performs maintenance of fire equipment; lubricates, refuels and makes minor adjustments to fire apparatus and equipment; cleans and maintains station and grounds, makes a variety of minor repairs to fire station and performs a variety of manual tasks as assigned. Participates in company drills; attends instruction sessions in such subjects as firefighting methods, equipment operation, first aid and street hydrant locations; may be assigned to perform fire prevention inspections. Performs advanced life support functions such as defibrillate a pulseless, nonbreathing patient; administer intravenous electrolyte, endotracheal intubation; performs esophageal intubation. Administers certain drugs as prescribed in standing orders or direct orders from a medical director or a medical doctor, subject to the provisions of EMS rules. Performs related work as required.