Part-time Firefighter/EMT

Position Description

Position Objectives

• Drives a fire engine, ladder truck, tanker, or rescue truck to and from emergency and nonemergency events.
• Operates a fire engine, at draft or fire hydrant.
• Inspects vehicles and mechanical equipment to ensure that they are working properly, and reports malfunctions to supervisor.
• Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment and maintains vehicle logbook.
• Trains Firefighters in the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of firefighting and rescue apparatus.
• Provides emergency medical care to stabilize the condition of the critically ill/injured prior to and during transport to a medical facility.
• Determines the nature and extent of injury or illness, establishes priorities for required emergency care, and determines if Advanced Life Support Care or medivac is needed.
• Drives emergency vehicles to and from emergencies.
• Ensures that the ambulance is maintained ready to respond to emergency calls.
• Responds to accidental and intentional releases of hazardous materials.
• Participates in firefighting, rescue, and EMS duties.
• Prepares and presents in-station drills.
• Participates in the physical fitness program.
• Assists with orientation, training and mentoring of new firefighters and firefighter/medics in their probationary year. Assists newly promoted technicians in their respective specialties; Assists in planning and administration of general shift training.
• Performs related duties.

Desirable Training and Experience

• Thorough knowledge in fire, rescue, hazardous materials, and emergency service delivery.
• Ability to think and act quickly and appropriately in all situations.
• Extensive knowledge of the geography of the county including street system and physical layout.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise written and electronic reports.
• Ability to work with related agencies on local, state, and federal levels, such as law enforcement, forestry, environmental protection, health, and emergency management.
• Ability to function as a leader, follower, or advisor based on the prevailing situation at the scene of an emergency and in the stations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and public.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results. During high-risk activities, the supervisor may provide direct supervision of work.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It does not encompass all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Powhatan County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Employment Notices

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal (EEOC)

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Powhatan County offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: participation in the Virginia Retirement System, health insurance (including dental and vision), Health Savings Account (with High Deductible insurance plan), Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, Accident, Critical Illness and Cancer Supplemental Insurance, holidays, vacation, sick leave, deferred compensation plans, and short-term disability insurance.

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