What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter / Driver Operator (Kelly Shift) position at Matanuska-Susitna Borough?
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This position is responsible for driving and operating assigned fire apparatus in response to emergency calls and for operating as a firefighter. This position works a 56-hour per week modified Kelly schedule. Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
N1 - N5 FF - DOEAnnual Pay: 68,988.82 - 74,675.54
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Responds to various emergencies and calls for service, including fires, motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, rescues, public service assists, etc. Drives assigned fire/rescue apparatus to emergency scenes and during routine duties. Positions, sets up, and operates apparatus and equipment at emergency scenes. Performs a variety of technical and manual labor duties to operate fire pumps, aerial devices, generators, hand and power tools, and hoses. Calculates appropriate pump discharge pressures for given fire flows utilizing hydraulics calculations and standard operating guidelines. Inspects, maintains, cleans, stocks and loads a variety of firefighting, rescue and EMS related tools, equipment and supplies. Renders emergency medical assistance to level of certification. Wears and maintains various types of personal protective equipment and clothing. Participates and assists in training classes and drills. Cleans, maintains and performs minor repairs to fire station and grounds. Delivers public fire and life safety education programs, tours, lectures, etc. Operates hose lines, fire streams, forcible entry tools, ventilation fans/blowers, salvage and overhaul equipment, hand tools, power tools and other equipment. Prepares a variety of regular and special reports. Participates in building inspections and assists with fire prevention programs. Tests and inventories hoses. Performs related duties.
This position is responsible for driving and operating assigned fire apparatus in response to emergency calls and for operating as a firefighter. This position works a 56-hour per week modified Kelly schedule. Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
N1 - N5 FF - DOEAnnual Pay: 68,988.82 - 74,675.54
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Responds to various emergencies and calls for service, including fires, motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, rescues, public service assists, etc. Drives assigned fire/rescue apparatus to emergency scenes and during routine duties. Positions, sets up, and operates apparatus and equipment at emergency scenes. Performs a variety of technical and manual labor duties to operate fire pumps, aerial devices, generators, hand and power tools, and hoses. Calculates appropriate pump discharge pressures for given fire flows utilizing hydraulics calculations and standard operating guidelines. Inspects, maintains, cleans, stocks and loads a variety of firefighting, rescue and EMS related tools, equipment and supplies. Renders emergency medical assistance to level of certification. Wears and maintains various types of personal protective equipment and clothing. Participates and assists in training classes and drills. Cleans, maintains and performs minor repairs to fire station and grounds. Delivers public fire and life safety education programs, tours, lectures, etc. Operates hose lines, fire streams, forcible entry tools, ventilation fans/blowers, salvage and overhaul equipment, hand tools, power tools and other equipment. Prepares a variety of regular and special reports. Participates in building inspections and assists with fire prevention programs. Tests and inventories hoses. Performs related duties.
