Fire Science Resident Intern

Salary : $12.00 Hourly

Location : Fitchburg, WI

Job Type : Internship

Job Number : 202400035

Department : Fire Department

Division : Intern

Opening Date : 12 / 23 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Description

Selflessness, courage, dedication, integrity, determination, teamwork, communication, and perseverance. Those are just a few of the words to describe what it takes to be a Firefighter. If you have an interest and wish to pursue your goal of becoming a Firefighter please consider our internship with the Fitchburg Fire Department. Take a look inside our doors!

Under the general management of the Fire Science Internship Program Manager, this position is responsible for responding to requests for emergency assistance and completing a course of study within the Wisconsin Technical College System that culminates in an Associate Degree in Fire Science. The position generally functions at the task level to stabilize emergency incidents.

Interns receive compensation in the form of a stipend of $150.00 per bi-weekly pay period, a tuition reimbursement program, and room and board in our new state-of-the-art facilities. Additional hours of work are available depending on response and assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions :

• Attend required drills and other in-service training activities.
• Attend external fire service-related courses as approved by the Fire Chief.
• Remain current on topics related to fire prevention and suppression, technical rescue, fire and life safety codes, and public safety education.
• Inspect, operate, and maintain fire apparatus, fire stations and other fire department facilities, grounds, and equipment as assigned.
• Perform hydrant and hose tests as required.
• Acknowledge and respond to dispatched alarms and other calls for emergency assistance.
• Select and don personal protective equipment appropriate to the emergency response.
• Drive and operate fire department vehicles and equipment.
• Communicate with incident commander and other responders via radio.
• Perform search and rescue tasks, as required.
• Perform fire suppression tasks or other related activities, as required.
• Perform salvage and overhaul tasks, as required.
• Inspect and restore personal protective equipment, fire apparatus, facilities, and equipment upon the conclusion of each emergency response.

Other Functions :

Minimum Qualifications

Supervisory Requirements :

Fire Science Resident Intern - First Year

Education and / or Experience Requirements :

Licenses, Certifications, etc.

Special Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

In evaluating candidates for this position, the City may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of this position

Your unique experiences matter to us, even if they don't align perfectly with every requirement listed. We recognize that skills come from diverse paths, and we value what makes your journey special. If this role inspires you, we encourage you to apply!

Physical Demands :

Very heavy work : Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment :

Both inside and outside. A job is considered "both" if the activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts. Occasionally exposed to hazards or risk of bodily injury. Occasionally exposed to extreme heat, changes in temperature, wet and humid conditions. Occasional exposure to odors, toxic conditions, dust, poor ventilation, vibrations, and moderate noise.

Not eligible for employee benefits. Number of hours worked does not meet eligibility.

Are you enrolled, or have you applied for enrollment, in a college Fire Protection Technician Program?

Required Question

Salary : $12