Firefighter 56

Jacksonville, FL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 42348 - 64332

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

This is protective service work at the entry level in extinguishing fires and responding to emergency medical calls hazardous materials incidents and other emergencies. The work requires knowledge of firefighting procedures techniques and methods emergency medical response protocols and techniques and rules and regulations used in protecting life and property which are learned through specialized training and on-the-job experience. Contacts require skills in communicating with others in potentially adverse and critical situations and are important in directing and controlling others. The work is semi-routine in that tasks are covered by somewhat diversified procedures and the work is patterned involving similar situations but some latitude is permitted to consider the most appropriate method technique or procedure to follow. Work is performed in a completely uncontrolled environment where risks and hazards are substantial generally unknown or unpredictable and possibly uncontrollable. Operates specialized firefighting equipment and tools and emergency communications equipment that requires extensive specialized training. The physical demands consist mainly of performing prolonged and arduous tasks including heavy lifting weighing more than 50 pounds while wearing heavy protective equipment under hazardous conditions. The work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are subject to standard practices and procedures and the worker is given latitude to rearrange the sequence based on changing work situations or work flow. Rotational shift work will be required including weekend evening and holiday work.

Examples of Work

Responds to fire alarms as a member of a team and extinguishes fires using various accepted fire suppression methods techniques and procedures.
Responds to medical emergency calls and provides basic or advanced life support procedures.
Responds to hazardous materials incidents to control and mitigate. Ventilates burning buildings.
Performs overhaul salvage and clean-up of fire scene.
Operates firefighting equipment and tools at emergency scenes.
Extricates trapped victims.
Replaces tools and equipment on apparatus; cleans and performs routine maintenance on tools and equipment; and returns tools and equipment to service. Conducts hydrant inspections and pre-fire planning.
Locates fire hydrants streets public and commercial buildings within an assigned area to learn of potential hazards.
Performs routine station assignments such as inspecting Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus turnout gear emergency medical kit tools and equipment and apparatus so that they are ready for use.
Participates in fire drills and training in order to keep up to date on latest techniques methods and procedures and maintain a high state of readiness.
Performs related work as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Fire and Rescue standard operating procedures and standard administrative procedures.
Knowledge of Fire and Rescue rules and regulations.
Knowledge of firefighting techniques methods and procedures.
Knowledge of emergency medical protocols and techniques.
Knowledge of fire behavior and how it affects different types of building construction.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used to fight fires and perform rescue procedures.
Knowledge of use and maintenance of health and safety protective gear.
Knowledge of fire hazards and safety rules and regulations.
Ability to perform emergency medical procedures on victims.
Ability to read maps.
Ability to lift carry and operate firefighting equipment and tools.
Ability to climb ladders or walls fences and other obstacles.
Ability to crawl and perform search patterns.
Ability to access a floor wall roof ceiling or door.
Ability to operate emergency communications equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to move obstacles and victims during hazardous conditions.
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Ability to operate Fire and Rescue emergency vehicles.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

Must pass physical ability test and required medical exams during employment in this class.
Prospective employees must pass a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) from an approved National Testing Network facility and all required medical and psychological screening exams prior to employment in this class.
Must be free from facial hair preventing the use of breathing apparatus or safety equipment.
Must be free from any condition preventing the use of breathing apparatus or other safety equipment.
Must be a nonuser of tobacco or tobacco products and remain a nonuser during employment in this class.
Must complete required training courses and exams during the probationary period.
Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and at least 18 years of age.
Must meet qualifications for employment as shown in Chapter 633.34 of Florida Statutes.
Rotational shift work is required including weekend and holiday work.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

EMT Certification is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.
Minimum Standards Course prescribed by FL Statutes and FL Bureau of Fire Standards and Training is required prior to appointment & must be maintained.
FL Class E Drivers License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.
This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonvilles Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).

ONLINE APPLICATION REQUIRED. Apply at . The application system works best with Google Chrome or Edge with Chromium web browsers. Please try to apply using one of these browsers.

The below documents are required with your application:

State of Florida Certificate of Compliance
State of Florida EMT/Paramedic Certification (Not National EMT)
State Motor Vehicle Driver License
CPAT letter

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Certain servicemembers and veterans and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

If claiming veterans preference you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable the additional forms as noted here: a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veterans preference he or she may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision requesting an investigation to:

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road Suite 311-K
Largo FL 33778-1630
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Job DescriptionThis is protective service work at the entry level in extinguishing fires and responding to emergency medical calls hazardous materials incidents and other emergencies. The work requires knowledge of firefighting procedures techniques and methods emergency medical response protocols a...