Per-Diem Firefighter/EMT

Job Summary:

The Stow Fire Department is currently accepting applications for immediateopenings for Per-Diem Firefighter/EMT positions. The purpose of this position is to protect life and property by performing firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties for the Stow Fire Department and other related work as required. The Per-Diem Firefighter/EMT is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control.

Essential Functions:

• Responds to fire, medical, and other types of emergency conditions as directed to assist in combating and extinguishing fires. Performs firefighting activities utilizing fire hose, heavy stream appliances, extinguishers, and ladders. Ventilates burning buildings using forcible entry tools if necessary. Enters burning buildings to evacuate and rescue persons in danger and control fire.
• Protects fire-damaged property by deploying salvage covers, removing excess water and debris, and securing buildings against inclement weather and trespassers.
• Conducts rescue operations, including technical rescue situations utilizing department equipment and tools as necessary. Administers emergency medical care whenever indicated or requested. Assists in packaging patients that are going to be transported by ambulance to a hospital.
• Responds to and assists in the control and mitigation of hazardous materials emergencies. Responds to and assists in controlling the effects of environmental emergencies, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, etc., including performing rescues and evacuations.
• Can administer emergency medical care as per the department Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG’s). Performs emergency rescue operations and extrication work at emergency accident scenes.
• Assists under the direction of a senior officer and/or Arson investigator in investigating the cause and origin of fires and explosions.
• Cleans, maintains, repairs, and tests fire apparatus and equipment, and fire hose. Maintains clean and orderly condition of fire station and performs minor maintenance, repairs, housekeeping, and grounds keeping duties around the station.
• Attends drills and training classes in firefighting, rescue, emergency medical work, operation of fire apparatus, and other related subjects.
• Assists in preparing and updating pre-incident plans for use by dispatch and other emergency services as requested by a senior member in charge of that operation.
• Performs public relations for the department, including representing the department at local functions, local schools, and giving station tours.
• Regular attendance and punctuality at the workplace are required.
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates.

Required qualifications Firefighter I/II Training Nationally/Massachusetts Register EMT Valid Massachusetts driver’s license High School Diploma or GED No residency requirement or restrictions Good Interpersonal skills - Ability to work with others. Team player Organization skills

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.39 - $26.28 per hour

License/Certification:

• EMT License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person