FirefighterEMT
FirefighterEMT
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05-04-2025
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Monthly Salary
$ 2611 - 3363
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
05-04-2025
Job Description
Job Description
- Before applying check the qualifications list below to make sure you meet all the requirements.Important things to know about this application process:
Attach alabelled image of your EMT license and your FF1 Certificate to this application.
Make sure you have a qualifying CPAT or take one before this process concludesand submit the card or certificate following the instructions below.The City of South Milwaukee offers lateral transfer opportunities for salary and vacation credit. Successful candidates seeking lateral transfer consideration will be evaluated on previous service to determine commensurate pay and vacation. The Administration Department in consultation with the Fire Chief shall have final determination for placement on the Local 1633 Collective Bargaining Agreement wage and vacation schedule.Residency requirement for City of South Milwaukee Fire Department: Must live within 25 miles of city borders.
Qualifications at time of application:- At least 18 years of age and able to work in the United States
- Valid Wisconsin Drivers License (or ability to obtain Wisconsin Drivers License if applicant is licensed in another state) with good driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Wisconsin or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Licensure Proof of Licensure Required. Points awarded for National Registry Paramedic Licensure
- Wisconsin Firefighter I Certification or equivalent training (training from outside Wisconsin must meet State of Wisconsin requirements)
- Wisconsin Driver/Operator Pumper Certification* or equivalent training is preferred. (training from outside Wisconsin must meet State of Wisconsin requirements points will be awarded for current certification) *Candidates not possessing this certification will be required to obtain it within one year of appointment
- Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate or Card (issued no earlier than April 2024. Proof of CPAT may be submitted via uploaded attachment to your application or emailed to if obtained after you have submitted your application. Candidates are responsible for obtaining and submitting their CPAT Certificate or Card by April 14 2025. Failure to obtain and submit a valid CPAT prior to the deadline will result in exclusion from the eligibility list.
Candidates must be able to work evenings weekends and holidays on a 24hour shift and have an ability to handle several tasks simultaneously; perform essential functions of this position; and use all standard firefighting and emergency medical equipment.
Successful candidates will be rewarded with a comprehensive compensation package including health dental and life insurance programs; vacation allowance paid holidays and paid sick leave.
GENERAL PURPOSEUnder the direction of the Battalion Chief and/or Shift Officer responsible for fire suppression fire inspection vehicle and fire station maintenance hazardous material response rescue operations and emergency medical services.SHIFT/HOURS7:00 A.M. 7:00 A.M.; 56 hours per week (Generally); Additional time as the Job Dictates; Subject to emergency oncall.SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Works under the general guidance and direction of the Fire Chief Battalion Chief and Fire Lieutenant. Duties/Responsibilities
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates and performs maintenance checks on all fire department vehicles and equipment.
- Responds as a member of a medical team to bring basic or advanced emergency medical care to the citizens of the community.
- Performs duties as a licensed/certified Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic according to criteria and standards set forth by department Milwaukee County and State of Wisconsin when assigned.
- Prepares written reports and maintains records under supervision of the shift officer.
- Performs duties as a Fire Apparatus Driver and Pump Operator when assigned.
- Participates in daily training exercises and classroom lectures.
NONESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Participates in fire inspections in various occupancies in the city.
- Responsible for cleanliness of station and maintenance of apparatus tools equipment and all other fire department property.
- Conducts demonstrations tours and public speeches on fire safety fire prevention CPR fire extinguishers smoke detectors first aid and other subjects to the public.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Other
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High Schooldiploma or equivalent.
- Wisconsin or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licensureProof of Licensure required. National Registry Paramedic Licensure preferred.
- Valid Wisconsin Drivers License (or ability to obtain Wisconsin Drivers License if applicant is licensed in another state) with good driving record.
- Wisconsin Firefighter I Certification or equivalent training.Training outside of Wisconsin must meet State of Wisconsin requirements.
- Qualifying Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate or Card
- Wisconsin Driver/OperatorPumper Certification* or equivalent training is preferred. (Training from outside Wisconsin must meet the State of Wisconsin requirements. *Candidates not possessing this certification upon appointment will be required to obtain it within one year.
- At least 18 years of age
- Able to work in the United States.
NECESSARY SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:- Effective communication oral and written with supervisors peers and public.
- Understanding and following work rules policies procedures directives and Suggested Operating Guidelines.
- Read write perform basic math skills including addition and subtraction.
- Knowledge of national state and local laws and fire/safety codes.
- Organize direct and coordinate written and oral reports.
- Skilled in report writing driving use of computer and twoway radio.
- Knowledge of fire protection systems water supply building construction natural and manmade disasters fire control and extinguishment and combustible and flammable materials.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED- Computer calculator copy machine fax machine telephone and twoway radio.
- Camera and measuring devices.
- Power tools hand tools chain saws shovels brooms ladders exhaust fans and generators.
- Car fire apparatus ambulance and boat.
- Patient restraints first aid equipment oxygen electronics test equipment general medical equipment and patient lifting devices.
- Breathing apparatus protective toe footwear hearing and eye protection firefighting turnout clothing and hazardous chemical clothing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to:- stand walk sit stoop kneel crouch and crawl
- run swim grapple climb balance bend twist and reach
- feel talk and hear (normal range in normal office environment corrected or uncorrected)
- far and near vision as follows: 20/40 in one eye and 20/100 in other eye both uncorrected or 20/20 in one eye and 20/40 in other eye both corrected. No contact lenses. Color vision and peripheral vision. Handeye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of equipment
- lift carry push/pull 100 pounds or more
- smell
- handle grasp and finger: fire hose ladders performing CPR utilizing patient lifting devices etc.
PHYSICAL ABILITY- Stamina ventilate a roof pull charged hose line; strip roof with pike poles climb stairs with equipment; carry hose up multiple flights.
- Extent Flexibility roll/pull hose; remove ceiling with pike poles; push ladder to peak; reach out from ladder; chop with an axe; extricate victim; overhaul burning building; remove building parts.
- Dynamic Flexibility chop with axe; pick up hose; advance hose; strip roof; do CPR/chest compressions.
- Static Strength carry hose; lift/carry victim/patient; move charged hose; lift ladder; move generator.
- Explosive Strength force entry with axe/battering ram; raise ladder; run up stairs with equipment; breach walls; pull/advance hose; chop with axe to vent roof.
- Dynamic Strength climb ladders/stairs in full turn out with equipment; climb aerial ladder.
- Trunk Strength pull charged hose; do CPR; pick up equipment at fire; hold hose on fire target; lift victim.
- Spread Limb Movement dodge debris; chop with axe; use mask; pump manual pump; exit burning building; operate tiller for aerial rig; do CPR; run/drive rig.
- Gross Body Coordination climb/descend ladder with victim; advance charged line while maintaining flow on target; walk across roof ridge; start/use power saw.
- Gross Body Equilibrium walk icy roof peak at night; carry patient down stairs; swing axe from ladder.
- ArmHand Steadiness take BP/pulse; operate power tools; do CPR; apply traction to limb/neck of victim; connect hose couplings.
- Manual Dexterity couple hose; do CPR; bandage patient; use tools/extraction equipment; use air bag ventilator; tie knots; use SCBA.
- Finger Dexterity maintain/open SCBA equipment; bandage patient; remove object from patient airway with Magill forceps; tie knots; perform infant CPR.
- Near Vision patient assessment; read manuals/pump control panel.
- Far Vision drive to fires; visualization of fire condition; see power lines for safe ladder placement; see addresses.
- Visual Color Discrimination determine fire status/hazard by smoke color; identify highway placards; assess patient.
- Hearing hear call for help in burning building; hear fire crackle in dense smoke; hear BP.
- Mobility advance hose line; climb ladder; search/rescue in building; move on roof; slide down pole; get on/off equipment.
- Effort chop/ventilate roof; overhaul burned buildings; advance charged line up stairs; climb stairs/ladder; use axe.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe 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.- Work is performed in an outside work place environment that is confined.
- Exposure to extreme cold and normal or hot and normal temperature changes.
- Contact with water or liquids.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud with exposure to loud noise with a minimum of 90 decibels and vibrations from tools equipment machinery etc.
- Exposure to hazardous conditions such as mechanical electrical chemical burns explosives heights physical injury and fast moving vehicles.
- Exposure to atmospheric conditions such as fumes gases noxious odors dust and poor ventilation.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.SELECTION GUIDELINESFormal application rating of education and experience; oral interview(s) and reference check; job related tests including Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) may be required.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTThis is a union nonexempt position hired from the Firefighter Eligibility List.MEDICAL/PSYCHOLOGICALAll applicants will be required to submit to a stringent postoffer medical examination and psychological evaluation prior to appointment consistent with requirements of the position.RESIDENCY:Applicants must be United States citizens. Residency is limited for fire personnel per Sec. 66.0502 Wis. Stats.SALARY AND BENEFITS:Wage and benefits are determined by the terms of the South Milwaukee Firefighters Protective Association Local 1633 contract.BACKGROUND:All appointees may be fingerprinted and a record check made of local state or federal authorities.A conviction is not an automatic bar to employment.The City of South Milwaukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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