What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Fighter - certified position at City of Danville?
JOB
Provide fire suppression and emergency medical services; attend and complete required training; respond to calls; investigate various situations; and fight fires and provide emergency medical services in compliance with all department and state rules and regulations.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.Maintains state of constant readiness for immediate response to multi-hazard emergencies; participates in training by attending and completing state and department required training; teaches classes to fire department personnel; provides customer service through assisting internal and external customers with a variety of tasks; teaches classes and provides tours to the public; installs smoke alarms; and other tasks as needed.Provides emergency medical response and care by securing the scene; evaluating the medical condition of the patient through proper assessment; delivering appropriate care including performing CPR if needed; utilizing medical equipment and materials; lifting and transporting patients; recording patient reports; communicating with patients and families; and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.Provides emergency incident stabilization and fire suppression services by quickly evaluating the specific incident; pulling and using hoses; climbing and lift ladders; using power tools and specialized equipment.Handles maintenance and ensures proper operation by checking, cleaning and preventative maintenance and repair of facilities; equipment; apparatus; and fire hydrants. ADDITIONAL DUTIESPerforms station maintenance and fire equipment maintenance. Providing public education.Acts as relief driver by driving and operating fire apparatus in the absence of the Firefighter/Engineer.Attends meetings and training sessions.Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Very heavy physical effort, exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.Constant vision, hearing, talking to use computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others, and to maintain operational awareness of surroundings.Frequent standing, walking, twisting.Occasional sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, climbing, balancing, talking. Rarely using foot controls to drive. NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time. Regular and predictable attendance is expected.Frequently works closely with others as part of a team.May occasionally experience time pressure, emergency situations, frequent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, tedious or exacting work, noisy/distracting environment.May rarely experience irregular work schedule/overtime. MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARETypically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other tools and equipment as appropriate or as assigned, including Fire Equipment, Truck, SCBA, Protective Gear, Axe, Generators, Hose, Water, EMS Equipment, Training Wear. WORK ENVIRONMENTThis work is performed in an office environment and on emergency scenes, where there may be noise and vibration weekly; respiratory hazards, extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, physical hazards monthly. There are occasional mechanical, chemical, electrical, and fire hazards, communicable diseases, physical danger or abuse. There is rare exposure to explosives. The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, etc.), and any other equipment as apparent or assigned, if any.
Provide fire suppression and emergency medical services; attend and complete required training; respond to calls; investigate various situations; and fight fires and provide emergency medical services in compliance with all department and state rules and regulations.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.Maintains state of constant readiness for immediate response to multi-hazard emergencies; participates in training by attending and completing state and department required training; teaches classes to fire department personnel; provides customer service through assisting internal and external customers with a variety of tasks; teaches classes and provides tours to the public; installs smoke alarms; and other tasks as needed.Provides emergency medical response and care by securing the scene; evaluating the medical condition of the patient through proper assessment; delivering appropriate care including performing CPR if needed; utilizing medical equipment and materials; lifting and transporting patients; recording patient reports; communicating with patients and families; and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.Provides emergency incident stabilization and fire suppression services by quickly evaluating the specific incident; pulling and using hoses; climbing and lift ladders; using power tools and specialized equipment.Handles maintenance and ensures proper operation by checking, cleaning and preventative maintenance and repair of facilities; equipment; apparatus; and fire hydrants. ADDITIONAL DUTIESPerforms station maintenance and fire equipment maintenance. Providing public education.Acts as relief driver by driving and operating fire apparatus in the absence of the Firefighter/Engineer.Attends meetings and training sessions.Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Very heavy physical effort, exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.Constant vision, hearing, talking to use computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others, and to maintain operational awareness of surroundings.Frequent standing, walking, twisting.Occasional sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, climbing, balancing, talking. Rarely using foot controls to drive. NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time. Regular and predictable attendance is expected.Frequently works closely with others as part of a team.May occasionally experience time pressure, emergency situations, frequent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, tedious or exacting work, noisy/distracting environment.May rarely experience irregular work schedule/overtime. MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARETypically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other tools and equipment as appropriate or as assigned, including Fire Equipment, Truck, SCBA, Protective Gear, Axe, Generators, Hose, Water, EMS Equipment, Training Wear. WORK ENVIRONMENTThis work is performed in an office environment and on emergency scenes, where there may be noise and vibration weekly; respiratory hazards, extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, physical hazards monthly. There are occasional mechanical, chemical, electrical, and fire hazards, communicable diseases, physical danger or abuse. There is rare exposure to explosives. The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe shoes, etc.), and any other equipment as apparent or assigned, if any.
