Firefighter/Emt

FIREFIGHTER/EMT

Closes On: July 13, 2024 at 05:00 PM EST

Department: Fire Department

Division: Fire Emergency Management Services

Job Status: Full-Time

Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Days Worked: Sun., Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat.

Hour Per Week: 42

Rate of Pay: $25.81 - $30.88

Status: Accepting Applications Apply Now

Job Summary

This class of Firefighter is responsible for performing, maintaining and updating a wide range of technical skills relating to fire prevention, life safety education, suppression, rescue, emergency medical services, hazardous materials operation, and related activities. The Firefighter performs these skills and exercises some supervision in the physically, emotionally and mentally demanding environments of emergency response and to a lesser degree in the day to day operation, collateral duties, maintenance and training of the fire service profession.

Incumbent works as directed or assigned, the incumbent provides direct supervision and is responsible for all subordinates assigned. With no officer present, as the senior firefighter present at an emergency scene will take command until relieved by an officer.

The incumbent may have regularly assigned tasks and duties in which considerable independence and initiative is exercised. With respect to assigned collateral duties, the incumbent may exercise supervision of LFD team members and budgetary issues specific to the assigned duty.

Incumbent works as a Firefighter/AEMT under the direct supervision of the Shift Commander, Station Officer or designee. The incumbents will carry out the lawful orders and directions given by any LFD officer. During emergency responses, the incumbent is supervised in accordance with the Incident Command System as needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A candidate for this position should have knowledge, skills and ability of a Firefighter and Certified EMT Basic. Ability to react calmly and quickly under duress and strain.

Considerable knowledge of modern emergency services operations and techniques, customer service and awareness, basic computer skills, hazardous material procedures, street and hydrant locations, high hazard occupancies and Fire Department apparatus and equipment. The ability to use, maintain and enhance base knowledge. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in the preparation of report, records, memos and the like.

Considerable mechanical aptitude and knowledge of the maintenance of equipment. Thorough knowledge of LFD standing orders, directives, and standard operating procedures. Ability to proficiently operate motorized fire apparatus. Considerable knowledge of building construction, codes and physics as it applies to firefighting.

Essential Functions

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Essential Functions

1.Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls. Receives supervision through the chain of command or the Incident Command System.

If the Firefighter is the senior member on scene, will assume command, evaluate the situation, do initial size up, make technical decisions for controlling the emergency, direct apparatus, read, assimilate, interpret and act upon information contained in pre-plan books, hazardous materials manuals and other technical resources. Assign personnel and equipment as needed and continue until relieved by a more senior member.

2.Performs routine maintenance and basic trouble shooting on LFD facilities apparatus and equipment as assigned.

3.Performs, as assigned, clerical duties including; making our reports, roll calls, vehicle maintenance reports, and any other reports prescribed by LFD.

4.Performs, under supervision, fire prevention inspections; indoctrinates the general public on fire safety and emergency life rescue. Reporting noted or known violations to the supervisor and participates in pre-fire planning activities.

5.Instructs subordinates, as assigned, in the operation of a variety of firefighting vehicles, tools, power equipment, emergency medical equipment, and other related firefighting and rescue equipment.

6.Able to drive and operate all LFD motorized fire apparatus. Able to operate, identify safety/operational parameters for all LFD equipment. Performs daily chores and apparatus weekly and daily checks, assures that assigned apparatus and equipment is in condition for emergency response; as the assigned operator is responsible for the response readiness of the apparatus assigned and its equipment

7.Functions at the minimum EMS Certification of EMT Basic-maintaining, upgrading and performing required medical services as directed or required. May be responsible for advanced levels of care, following State EMS and Hospital emergency medical protocols.

8.Required to plug out private fire alarm systems, street and master boxes. Has a basic knowledge of alarm systems, components, and related duties.

9.Inspect and issue burn permits.

10. When meeting levels of Hazardous Material certification may become a LFD representative on a mutual Aid Hazardous Material team.

11. Performs other related duties as required.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience -

Education and Experience

A candidate for this position should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to pass the New Hampshire Fire Standards and Training entrance examination consisting of a common knowledge written test and job based physical ability test.

Must be able to successfully complete pre-employment physical. Must possess, or be able to acquire within three (3) months of date of hire, a valid driver's license to operate motorized fire apparatus. Must be able to complete New Hampshire Certified

Firefighters Level II within one (1) year from date of hire. Posses a minimum Certification as EMT Basic.

It is assumed by the LFD that applicants and new members have no working knowledge of the LFD. The Firefighter is expected to gain the required knowledge in a efficient and timely manner. Along with Firefighter Level II Certification within one (1) year, the Firefighter will have a good basic knowledge of the workings of the fire service and the LFD as outlined in this document.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.

The incumbent is exposed to a difficult work environment, in most cases characterized by a moderately noisy office setting, but during an emergency the incumbent must respond, and at that time the incumbent could be faced with any number of hazards. Due to the nature of the environment, it is difficult to predict hazards.

Generally, works in extreme temperatures with protective gear weighting in excess of 50 pounds. The incumbent is exposed to high places, toxic or caustic chemicals, near moving or mechanic parts, is exposed to risk of electric shock, risk of radiation, infectious disease, and stress up to1/3 of the time; outdoor weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particle, or the extremes of heat/cold up to 2/3 of the time. The incumbent is exposed to occupational risks typical of a firefighter, working alongside said members as necessary in a small department as well as tending to administrative requirements. These risks include the products of combustion, infectious disease exposure, fall hazards, entrapment, atmospheric and products hazards, life safety exposure, and heavy equipment hazards.

The incumbent is required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms up to 1/3 of the time; to stand, walk, climb or balance, be exposed to stress and emotional demands up to 2/3 of the time; and talk or listen/hear, or use hands more than 2/3 of the time. The incumbent frequently lifts and carries a minimum of 45 pounds and must be able to collectively lift, carry, and balance patients weighing in excess of 100 pounds.

Equipment operated includes trucks in excess of 26,001 lbs., light trucks, automobile, heavy and light equipment, medical equipment, pneumatic tools, power and hand tools, office machines, computers, and emergency vehicles/special emergency equipment. Equipment includes extrication equipment: rams, cutters, spreaders, air bags, hydraulic jacks; air sampling equipment: multi-gas meters; heights rescue equipment: ropes, harnesses, slings, baskets; water rescue equipment: cold water suits, boat, outboard, life jackets; and a variety of other equipment including: phones, calculators, pens, pencils, flashlights, radios, aerial ladders, positive pressure ventilation fans, portable pumps, main pumping engines, reference books, technical manuals ,the Internet, cameo, and cameras.