What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lateral Firefighter position at City of Hickory, NC?
Description
For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory atwww.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory atwww.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.
Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer functional prework screen and a drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check.
All applications must be submitted on line only (www.hickorync.gov/employment). Resumes, paper applications or emails in lieu of an on line application will not be accepted. Your application is not valid until you receive a confirmation from Neogov or Governmentjobs.com immediately following completion of your application. If you are unable to submit your application, contact Neogov at 1-877-204-4442.This position is responsible for protecting the lives of other firefighters, civilians, and property endangered by fire and other emergency situations.
Major Duties
- Responds to fires and perform fire suppression activities utilizing firefighting equipment and techniques, including nozzle operation, fire stream direction, and building ventilation.
Performs rescue, salvage, and overhaul operations.
Administers EMT-level emergency medical care.
Participates in physical fitness programs.
Inspects assigned apparatus and equipment; performs routine maintenance on same.
Participates and assists in training, fire drills, and mock disasters, including set-up and evacuation.
Performs vehicle extrication.
May be a primary provider or assist with other rescue operations as needed.
The firefighter II may act as substitute operator of emergency vehicles including operating fire engines, ladder trucks, tanker (tender) trucks, a rescue truck, or an ARFF truck.
Performs building maintenance, housekeeping, and grounds maintenance duties.
Assists in completing reports.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Personnel at the Firefighter III level are designated to fill in at the Captain I/II level.
Knowledge and Qualifications
Knowledge of firefighting techniques.
Knowledge of firefighting apparatus and equipment.
Knowledge of hydraulics and extrication equipment, and other applicable rescue equipment.
Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association guidelines and departmental and city rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of local, state and federal fire codes.
Knowledge of local geography, streets and buildings.
Knowledge of hazardous materials.
Knowledge of potential fire hazards.
Knowledge of EMT level emergency medical care.
Knowledge of building construction and basic mechanics.
Skill in operating firefighting equipment.
Skill in operating rescue and extrication equipment, and other applicable rescue equipment.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge and level of competency are commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with high school education.
Successful completion of the HFD Relief Driver Exam by the employee’s(4) four-year anniversary of hire date.
Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the North Carolina Fire and Rescue Commission.
NC Firefighter Certification from NC OSFM
NC EMT-B or NREMT-B
Hazardous Materials Operations
Out-of-state applicants will be considered if reciprocity is allowed by NC OSFM and NC OEMS
Technical Rescuer General and Technical Rescuer-Vehicle certifications are preferred
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS
North Carolina Class B Driver’s License
Firefighter Safety and Survival
Emergency Vehicle Driver Certificate
NIMS 100, 200, 700, & 800
Hazardous Materials Operations
Rapid Intervention Certificate preferred
Supplemental Information
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Fire Captain assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work from compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include National Fire Protection Association codes, FAA guidelines for airport operations, federal and state laws, local ordinances, building codes, and city and department rules, regulations, policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related fire suppression and rescue duties. Potentially life-threatening situations contribute to the complexity of the work.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to protect lives and property through fire suppression activities, fire prevention and safety activities, and education. Successful performance results in increased public safety and decreased property loss.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, fire and emergency victims, other emergency personnel, and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, motivate personnel, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching and stooping. The employee must frequently lift light and heavy objects, climb ladders, use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and be able to distinguish between shades of color.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed at the fire station or at fire scenes. The employee may be exposed to inclement weather, extreme temperatures, smoke, fumes, and hazardous situations and materials that require the use of protective equipment such as masks, goggles, gloves, protective clothing, and self-contained breathing apparatus.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position exercises functional supervision only at the Firefighter III level.When requested the Firefighter III may fill in at the Captain I/II position due to the officer being out for sickness or vacation.
SAFETY SENSITIVE: This position has been identified as safety-sensitive. The employee in this position will be part of a random drug testing pool. The methodology for choosing the random test subjects is handled by an outside, impartial, third party vendor.
The City of Hickory provides a generous benefit package, in addition to salary:
- 11 paid holidays
- 12 paid sick leave days per year
- Paid vacation
- City-paid individual health insurance (H.S.A.)
- Low-cost dental and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program – 5 FREE visits
- 13.6% contribution per employee to the NC Local Government Retirement System
- Up to 5% matching contribution to 401k
- Free Life insurance of 1.5 times salary up to ($125,000)
- Tuition Assistance Program
- On-site Wellness Clinic
- A selection of voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance, dependent life, Short-term disability insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance; All at very competitive rates.
- Benefits package valued at over ($12,500) annually.
*Employees working in seasonal/part-time positions are not eligible for benefits.*
Salary : $125,000
