Firefighter Non-Certified

To be considered, you must obtain and upload a copy of your State Driving Record within Section 6 of the application. Follow the link below to get yours. 

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PAY

Firefighter Non-Certified:  $47,378 yearly salary

Firefighting Firefighter I:  $51,342 yearly salary

Firefighting Firefighter II: $55,636 yearly salary

In addition to the base salary, this full-time position is eligible for an annual performance bonus as well as a longevity bonus.

BENEFITS :

Paid Holidays:                13 days

Paid Time Off :               0-4 years of service = 23 days (7.08 hours per pay  period)

Longevity Bonus:           Based on Years of Service

Merit Pay:                        Based on performance (Annual Salary increase and Bonus)

Town Paid Benefits Include:

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Basic Life Insurance (1x Salary or $50k minimum, $10k spouse, & $5k child)

• Retirement Match

• Education Reimbursement

• Free Wellness Programs and Free Gym Access

Insurance Premium Costs (includes vision & dental)

HSA:      $15.24 single      $104.93 family

OAP:      $19.43 single      $133.50 family      

Description :

The purpose of this classification is to combat, extinguish,  and prevent fires; perform fire fighting activities that facilitate the protection of life and property. Duties and responsibilities include responding to fire alarms, extinguishing fires, removing people from burning structures; speaks to citizens and businesses about fire safety; maintains fire department facilities and equipment; participates in individual and group training exercises to maintain fire safety proficiency.  Under close supervision, reports to station Lieutenant.

Current driving record

To be considered for the position, you must submit (with your Town of Smyrna application) a current complete driving record during this application process. You will be asked to attach your driving record during the application process, NOTE:  If you fail to attach your driving record you will not be considered for the position.  You should include driving records from any state in which you have resided.  Tennessee driving records can be obtained at the TN Department of Safety, located:
1150 Foster Ave., Nashville, TN.

1035 Samsonite Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN

(898-8036)

If you need additional information or another location you may contact the Dept. of Safety at (615) 741-3954.  Two forms of ID are required when obtaining this record as well as $5.00 cash or money order.

The following duties are normal for this position.  The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Responds to fire alarms, connects hose, holds nozzle and directs water streams.

• Forces entry of premises for firefighting, rescue and salvage operations, uses chemical fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment.

• Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons.

• Positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings.

• Performs salvage operations such as throwing covers, sweeping water and removing debris.

• Carries charged hose line into the structure for fire extinguishment.

• Performs community service; educates general public through onsite visits to elementary schools, businesses, and community events; speaks to the public about smoke and fire alarm operation, fire exit plans, and general fire safety; gives demonstrations on fire safety.

• Physically able to wear a complete set of protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.

• Participates in fire drills and attends training classes in firefighting, first-aid, and related subjects.

• Performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions, which may involve extreme exertion under such handicaps as smoke and cramped surroundings.

• Performs extremely strenuous and physical labor for extended periods under some unfavorable conditions, frequently lifting objects weighing 50 to 100 pounds.

• Performs duties requiring bending, crouching, stooping, climbing, and crawling in buildings or close quarters that may be filled with smoke.

• Will carry a pager 24 hours per day / 7 days per week.

• Will be subject to call back in emergency situations during unscheduled work times.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Provide coverage in the absence of other personnel

• Performs general maintenance work in the up-keep of fire department property : cleans and washes walls and floors, makes minor repairs, washes and dries hoses, mows yard, washes windows, paints, and otherwise maintains quarters

• May operate departmental radio communications on special assignments, receives alarms, and notifies appropriate personnel, summons on-call personnel.

• Participates in annual hose test, which involves uploading and reloading fire hose back to apparatus

• Participates in flow testing fire hydrants, which involves taking caps off the hydrant and opening up the hydrant, and checking water flow

• Performs Town-wide Pre-Fire Inspections

• May be required to drive support vehicles

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the State of Tennessee.

Must pass the following:

• Written firefighter examination

• Department's physical agility test

• Psychological exam

• Medical examination by a licensed physician and maintain physical requirements

Once hired, you must

• Complete basic firefighting course at State Fire School.

• Must obtain and maintain all renewal requirements for State of Tennessee Emergency Medical Responder Certification. (EMR)

• Must be able to pass yearly SCBA fit test and medical questionnaire

• Must be able to respond to emergency situations during unscheduled work times

Town of Smyrna Fire Department's Driving Requirements

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Any individual who has a combination of two (2) Class B moving violation convictions and/or chargeable accidents in a three (3) year period will be issued a warning letter from the chief officer or administrative officer of the emergency service organization.

Any individual who has a combination of three (3) moving violation convictions and /or chargeable accidents in a three (3) year period will be issued a suspension of driving department vehicles for a period of (90) days by the chief officer or administrative office of the emergency service organization.

Any individual who has more than three (3) moving violation convictions or three (3) chargeable accidents or any combination of more than three (3) of the formerly stated violations in a three (3) year period will be issued a suspension of driving department vehicles for a period of one (1) year.  In addition, the same individual would be required to complete an approved driver improvement program and be re-certified to operate emergency vehicles.

Note :

Unusual circumstance with individual cases would be evaluated on a one-to-one basis.

VIOLATIONS

Designation of Type A and Type B violations are bases on a survey of state point systems.  Violations receiving higher numbers of points are classed as Type A.

TYPE A VIOLATIONS

• Driving while intoxicated.

• Driving under the influence of drugs.

• Negligent homicide arising out of the use of a motor vehicle (gross negligence).

• Operating during a period of suspension or revocation.

• Using a motor vehicle for the commission of a felony.

• Aggravated assault with a motor vehicle.

• Operating a motor vehicle without owner's authority.

• Permitting an unlicensed person to drive.

• Reckless driving.

• Hit and run driving.

TYPE B VIOLATIONS

All moving violations not listed as Type A violations.  (Exceeding posted speed limit is a Type B violation).

Note:

Unusual circumstances with individual cases would be evaluated on a one-to-one basis. 

EMPLOYEE AWARENESS

• Implement and assure adherence to Town of Smyrna's policies and procedures regarding Equal Employment Opportunity.

• Adheres to Town of Smyrna initiatives on ethics and conduct.

• Adheres to federal/state laws and regulations regarding MSDS, OSHA and EPA compliance.

• Mandatory overtime is occasionally required with varying work hours including evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

• This employee is subject to be called back to duty 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.