Firefighter

Department: Fire

Reports to: Lieutenant / Captain

Classification : Non Exempt – Grade 5

SUMMARY

Firefighters are under the direct supervision of the shift Lieutenant and Captain. Firefighters control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life or properties are at risk. Duties include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue and disaster assistance. Firefighters also participate in station maintenance and training programs.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITY

· Respond to alarms and aids in fire suppression including laying hose lines, placing ladders, directing water streams and other operations.

· Force entry of premises for firefighting appropriately ventilates structure and uses equipment as needed to suppress fires and perform rescues as directed.

· Remove persons from danger, including vehicle extrications and administers first aid to injured persons.

· Perform general maintenance work in the fire halls including cleaning, washing, minor repairs, painting and other maintenance of quarters.

· Clean and maintain firefighting apparatus and equipment.

· Participate in fire prevention inspections in commercial and industrial occupancies to ensure familiarity with potential hazards, conditions, water supplies and travel routing.

· Provide first responder services to the level qualified.

· Participate in fire drills and attends training classes as required.

· Perform related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Knowledge of fire prevention techniques and City regulations as applied to fire fighting and prevention.

· Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and determine proper course of action.

· Ability to operate a variety of firefighting equipment.

· General knowledge of the street system and physical layout of the City.

· Ability to perform the mechanical work involved in operating and maintaining firefighting equipment and tools.

· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

· Willingness to perform under hazardous conditions.

· Knowledge and ability to work with computers and software programs relevant to the position.

· Ability to report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required

· Ability to notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules

· Ability to demonstrate a polite, helpful, courteous, and professional image when engaged in any activity within the public

· Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, in respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues

· Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with associates, representatives of other agencies and the general public.

· Knowledge of City and department rules, regulations and procedures.

· Valid Tennessee driver’s license.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

· High School diploma or GED required. Firefighter certifications and work related experience preferred.

· Successful completion of Basic Rookie and Live Firefighting training through the Tennessee Fire and Codes Academy attain within one year of effective date of assignment or as soon as scheduling permits.

· Successful completion of the required training as outlined by the Tullahoma Fire Department Education committee within the first three years of employment.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements - Physical demand requirements are at levels for those of active work. Tasks involves the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces; bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching above shoulder level and working in confined spaces; lifting or carrying weights of twenty to fifty pounds and occasionally very heavy items of one hundred pounds or over; may require the dexterity to operate machinery or equipment. Tasks require that work be performed in adverse environmental conditions.

Sensory Requirements - Tasks require visual perception and discrimination including color and depth. Tasks require perception and discrimination of odor, sound and texture.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,065.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,065