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PRN Firefighter EMT-Basic and Intermediate

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JOB IDENTIFICATION:

POSITION TITLE:

PRN Firefighter/ EMT- Basic & Intermediate

STATUS:

Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE:

PRN | 48-hour Shift

LOCATION:

Station 1, 2, & 3

PROGRAM:

Fire/EMS

DEPARTMENT:

Fire/EMS

REPORTS TO:

Fire Lieutenant

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

Yes*

Ineligible for benefits due to PRN status.

2. POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a skilled position that entails firefighting, rescue, emergency medical care, and other related emergency services. Firefighters participate in programs designed for the prevention of fires and the saving of life and property. A Firefighter is responsible for rapidly, efficiently, and safely performing various duties under emergency conditions frequently involving considerable hazard. The work includes routine duties in the maintenance of firefighting vehicles, equipment, and fire service facilities. While specific orders and directions are received from an Officer in the normal course of maintenance duties and firefighting, considerable independence of judgment and action is allowed in circumstances of extreme urgency where referral to a superior for instructions is not possible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform firefighting actives including driving emergency response vehicle, fire apparatuses, operating pumps, and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment, and extinguishment tasks.
  • Attend classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects with successful completion.
  • Receive and relay fire calls and alarms. Operate radio and other communication equipment.
  • Participate in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.
  • Maintain assigned fire equipment, emergency response vehicles, apparatuses, and facilities. Perform minor repairs to departmental equipment.
  • Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; clean and wash walls and floors; care for grounds around station; make minor repairs; wash, hang, and dry hose; wash, clean, polish, maintain, and test apparatus and equipment.
  • Present programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
  • Perform duties as certified EMT- Basic & Intermediate according to criteria and standard set forth by the department’s standard operating procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Oklahoma and National Registry, EMT-Basic or Intermediate license is required.

REQUIRED TRAINING (WITHIN 2 YEARS FROM HIRE DATE- IF TRAINING IS AVAILABLE):

  • Firefighter I IFSAC Certification
  • Wildland Firefighting Fundamentals
  • Swiftwater Rescue
  • Vehicle Extrication