Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for carrying out operations for the fire department under the supervision of a Lieutenant or Captain.
- Perform all duties related to fire rescue, including connecting and carrying fire hoses, carrying, and setting up ladders, directing water and chemicals on burning structures, vegetation, vehicle, and other objects.
- Hazardous material response.
- Disaster assistance.
- Rescue persons trapped in vehicles, burning buildings, and other places.
- Observe and follow safety rules and regulations including wearing safety apparel and devices during the course and scope of job-related duties.
- Inspect equipment and supplies daily to ensure that all emergencies can be handled; restock supplies.
- Prepares various activity reports and other documentation.
- Attend and complete all training as required.
- Â Maintain required certifications.
- Clean apparatus and equipment.
- Report for duty on time and able to perform tasks.
- Report to work free from the effects of illegal drugs or alcohol, and report to work free from impairment due to prescription drugs.
- Ability to lift and carry 120 lbs.
- Other duties as assigned.