Firefighter Trainee

SALARY:

$31,014 (nonexempt) – Annual wages as trainee

$41,461 (nonexempt) – Annual wages upon gaining Kentucky Firefighter Certification

OPENING DATE: 2/18/2025

CLOSING DATE: 2/28/2025

Testing Date: 3/04/2025

DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction, performs fire suppression, rescue activities, responds to hazardous material releases, performs public education activities; performs routine fire station and equipment maintenance duties, participates in training activities; performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Responds to fire, motor vehicle accident, rescue, civil defense, hazardous material emergencies, medical emergencies and natural disaster calls to prevent or extinguish fires, rescue victims and assist those in need.
• Rescues victims in life threatening situations; climbs ladders, ropes, stairs, hills, etc., using various equipment to gain access to and rescue victims.
• Drives fire apparatus to scene; operate equipment.
• Lays, connects, and advances fire hoses; directs water stream to control and extinguish fires and protect exposures.
• Provides emergency medical care.
• Assists in the maintenance of department vehicles and equipment.
• Cleans fire hoses, tools and other equipment.
• Performs general fire station and other equipment maintenance; makes minor equipment repairs, sweeps and mops floors, washes windows, cleans furniture and facilities, paints buildings, etc.
• Assists with preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Attends classroom and psychomotor skills training.
• Performs public relations in the community as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• No work experience requirements.
• Must possess valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of modern firefighting principles, methods and techniques used in fire suppression, prevention, hazardous materials and rescue, emergency medical care and hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of fire vehicles, firefighting and rescue equipment, and related apparatus.
• Knowledge of the federal, state and local laws and ordinances, including National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards, pertaining to fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials and rescue.
• Knowledge of the geography of the City of Murray, including the location of streets and roads, fire hydrants, and the location and interior plans of major buildings.

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· Skill in the operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment and tools.

1. Ability to respond and act quickly, efficiently and calmly in emergency and hazardous situations.

• Ability to accept lines of authority, and to respond to orders without question in emergency situations.
• Ability to perform minor mechanical work on fire vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to complete required forms and maintain records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers, other emergency service organizations, city officers and employees, and the general public.
• Physical strength and agility to perform firefighting duties for extended periods of time, often under adverse weather conditions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• : Somewhat general; many aspects of work are covered specifically, but must also use some of own judgment.
• : Must occasionally consider different courses of action, or deviate from standard operating procedures, to get the job done.
• : Work is monitored in progress, and certain fires and other operations are reviewed immediately following suppression or completion.
• : Assignments frequently involve decisions based on a wide knowledge of many factors where application of advanced or technical concepts are predominantly required.
• : Work involves sitting, standing, stooping, walking; extreme physical demands at scene of emergencies for long periods of time; lifting heavy objects (more than 100 pounds); exposed to extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time; exposed to high places, confined spaces, noise, machinery and its moving parts, fumes, chemicals and toxic substances must have excellent hearing and vision; must be able to wear a respirator.
• : All departmental fire and rescue equipment, vehicles and tools; normal office equipment.
• : Public and internal contacts are requirements of the job.
• : Routinely exposed to confidential information.
• : Moderate.
• : Frequent.
• : Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• : Must be able to work 24-hour shifts; must be able to respond to calls at all hours; must be able to attend departmental meetings and training programs. Must be able to work all days of the week.
• : Must successfully complete Kentucky certification training during the first six months of employment; must complete annual continuing education training. Must achieve IFSAC Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2, and Hazardous Materials Operations certification within the first year of employment. Possession of Emergency Medical Technician is preferred but not required.
• : See KRS Chapter 95 for additional requirements
• : Non-exempt.

The City of Murray is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $31,014.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31,014 - $41,461