What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Trainee position at Lane Fire Authority (OR)?
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Members of the Resident Trainee program at Lane Fire Authority can receive full-time accommodation, a monthly allowance, and coverage for their education in return for committing to work 48-hour shifts with career and volunteer teams. Participants in the program will acquire hands-on experience in firefighting and emergency medical services (EMS) through practical training. This training encompasses handling emergency calls, learning to work on shifts, and attending the Lane Fire Firefighter 1 academy (if necessary). The Lane Fire Authority's Resident Trainee program is designed to span up to three years, enabling participants to complete their training with several National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) certifications, including Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Instructor I, and certification for operating fire apparatus equipped with a fire pump.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Those wishing to apply MUST first review the Resident Trainee Handbook
Members of the Resident Trainee program at Lane Fire Authority can receive full-time accommodation, a monthly allowance, and coverage for their education in return for committing to work 48-hour shifts with career and volunteer teams. Participants in the program will acquire hands-on experience in firefighting and emergency medical services (EMS) through practical training. This training encompasses handling emergency calls, learning to work on shifts, and attending the Lane Fire Firefighter 1 academy (if necessary). The Lane Fire Authority's Resident Trainee program is designed to span up to three years, enabling participants to complete their training with several National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) certifications, including Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Instructor I, and certification for operating fire apparatus equipped with a fire pump.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Respond to fire and other emergency calls for help with assigned company. • Under the direction of the company officer, may be asked to serve as an instructor in specialized in-service training courses.• The firefighter may attend conferences, schools and various meetings to keep abreast of new developments in the fire prevention, EMS, suppression and other fire service related areas as approved by the Training Division.• The firefighter/EMT shall be responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of their station, apparatus, to include tools and other district property assigned to or stored therein.• The firefighter/EMT shall assist in the inspection and preplanning of all commercial buildings in their fire management area. The Firefighter/EMT shall participate in public fire prevention education in their assigned area and answer the public when necessary on inquiries of fire prevention matters.• The firefighter/EMT shall assist the company officer in the preparing of a budget for the operation of their station equipment, tools or other related areas.• Lays and connects hose, holds nozzles and directs water streams, raises and climbs ladders and uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines and other equipment at the scenes of fires.• Performs salvage operations.• Administers emergency medical services to injured persons per protocol.• Participates in fire drills and attends classes in firefighting, EMS and related duties.• Performs general maintenance work in the up-keep of the District’s property.• Conducts tours of station houses for scout, civic and other interested groups.• Operates radios and other communications equipment.• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.• Other duties as assigned by the company officer or higher.
Those wishing to apply MUST first review the Resident Trainee Handbook