What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Firefighter position at City of McMinnville?
The City of McMinnville Fire Department is looking for initiative driven individuals with a passion for helping others. Our Firefighter position serves the City to safeguard and preserve life and property against the elements of a fire or other perils.
Firefighters are paid based on experience with a minimum starting salary of $38,030.00 plus holiday pay (14 days) and and overtime. It is a 24-hour rotating shift working every 3rd day. The department has many training opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
The City of McMinnville offers great benefits and time off. The City pays over 75% of employees' medical premium plus offers a wellness and tobacco free discount on the monthly premium up to $150. Life Insurance for the employee and family and long-term disability for the employee is covered at no charge to the employee. Vision / Dental and short-term disability is available.
The City also offers an ample amount of paid time off. Annual time is accrued 48 hours year one increasing to 102 hours in year two plus 52 hours of personal time. Sick time is accrued monthly beginning day one.
The City also offers a retirement plan through TCRS with a 401k.
Minimum Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old and a citizen of the United States
- HS Degree or equivalent
- Must Have a minimum of 80 hour Basic/Live Firefighting course
- Must have a minimum of Emergency Medical Responder within one year of hire date
- Have a valid drivers license
Job Functions
- Removes persons from danger, administers first aid to injured persons
- Performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve extreme exertion under such handicaps as smoke and cramped surroundings.
- Attends Training Classes in firefighting, first-aid, and related subjects
- Participates in periodic hose test, which involves unloading and reloading fire hose on the truck
- Performs general maintenance work in the up-keep of the Fire Department
- Receives and dispatches messages by radio and telephone
- Participates in flow testing fire hydrants, which involves taking caps off hydrant and opening up hydrant checking water flow.
Salary : $38,587 - $49,672
