Firefighter/Paramedic

Summary
This position is responsible for protective service work in fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical care using highly technical, specialized firefighting apparatus and equipment. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions, requiring a high degree of physical strength and endurance, and frequently involves considerable personal hazard. This position requires knowledge of Hydraulic Friction Loss Theory use of Extraction tools. The position has a 24/48 schedule, working from 8 am to 8 am.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs station duties and apparatus checks per SOGs or as instructed to ensure that all equipment is ready to respond to emergencies.
• Drives, positions, operates fire apparatus in accordance with principles of hydraulics, deploys and connects hoses, assures proper pump pressure, operates nozzles, and directs water stream at fire emergencies.
• Performs search and rescue operations to prevent injury and loss of life, performs firefighting tasks to isolate and suppress involved areas to prevent loss of property.
• Performs ventilation in burning buildings, salvage operations, and preserves evidence to determine the cause of fire.
• Responds to medical calls and provides initial care for victims until relieved.
• Attends and participates in training and instruction drills.
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property.
• Assumes command at fire, emergencies and or special assignment until relieved by senior officer.
• Supervises and assists in the training of personnel in firefighting.
• Conducts follow up inspections as assigned by the Fire Marshall.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications / Education / Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

* Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
* Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Must have a South Carolina CDL or Class E Driver License.
• Five (5) years of experience in firefighting.
• Ability to pass background check, drug, and alcohol screening as well as medical and physical examinations.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts.
• Ability to work effectively with the public, fellow employees, other agencies and departments.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment within the limits of the position and perform a variety of tasks simultaneously or in rapid succession.
• Must have computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations

• Fire Fighter I and II – IFSAC or Pro Board
• Pump Operations – IFSAC or Pro Board
• Aerial Operations – IFSAC or Pro Board
• Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
• NIMS – ICS (100, 200, 700, 800)
• South Carolina Certified EMT or National Registered EMT
• Paramedic

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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.

• Ability to exert physical force typically involving some combination of sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, crouching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, reaching, feeling, and completing repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift and or move up to 100 pounds and use of tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, fire, temperature, noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease, and pathogenic substances.

Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The duties, skills, and requirements outlined in this document represent what is required to perform the essential job functions of this position; however, this document is not to be considered all-inclusive and may be amended at any time at the discretion of the Town Administrator and with the approval of Town Council.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $51,161.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person