RESCUE READY RECRUIT
FIRE RESCUE

PG 99
$16.08
Non-Exempt (Hourly)

*** This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement ***
**This position requires a physical ability/agility test**
*This position requires additional certifications to be obtained within a defined timeframe*

MAJOR FUNCTION
Responsible technical and skilled work/apprenticeship in the fire rescue field, working and studying to complete the required training program(s) and gain practical experience necessary to become a State of Florida certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), firefighter and paramedic.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES

Emergency Response Training: Participate in classroom instruction and hands-on training in firefighting techniques, equipment operation, and emergency medical care.

Physical Fitness: Participate in physical fitness training to meet the physical demands of firefighting and emergency response tasks.

Team Collaboration: Train with experienced EMTs, firefighters, paramedics, and officers to develop teamwork and effective communication skills.

Compliance and Safety: Follow Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols during all activities. Study and perform skills in defensive driving methods.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Work may require lifting very heavy weights occasionally, heavy weights frequently and moderate weights constantly.

Must complete the required PCFR Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) training course successfully. Must complete the required panel interview.

Terms of educational requirements are listed in a mandatory agreement between the employee and PCFR.

Must pass a drug screening test, medical screening, criminal background check and physiological exam.

Must obtain and maintain Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Awareness certification through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). Employees hired into this position after Jan. 1, 2013, must obtain and maintain this certification as a condition of employment.

Applicant/employee shall be fingerprinted and subject to personal background investigation procedures to ascertain an evaluation and determination of moral character according to Chapter 69A-37 Firefighters Standards and Training.

Must sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) acknowledging the risks and dangers associated with the firefighter and/or EMT role.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Recruit must complete the PCFR Emergency Medical Technician and Florida Paramedic course to successfully obtain the following within six (6) to eighteen (18) months of hire:

• National Registry Emergency Medical Technician License/Certification and Florida State Emergency Medical Technician License/Certification

• Florida State Firefighter Certification

• Florida State Paramedic license (18 mths)
  

Upon completion of obtaining their Florida state certified emergency medical technician certification and Florida State Fire Certificate the Recruit will then enroll in the next available course to complete the terms of their employment agreement.

Failure to complete the Polk County Fire Rescue Emergency Medical Technician and/or Firefighter certification course within 6 months of hire date will be cause for termination.

Failure to complete and obtain the Florida Paramedic license within 18 months of hire date will be cause for termination.

Extension may be given at the sole discretion of management.

All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the county and its residents.