What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter/EMT position at Peters Township?
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, or Fire Captain, a Firefighter is responsible for responding to emergency situations, combating and extinguishing fires; maintaining fire equipment and apparatus; performing rescues, providing basic life support and/or advanced life support. Work may be performed under situations extremely hazardous to personal health and safety.
Engages in fire prevention activities including presentations to students and community groups, performing building plan reviews, inspection of building under construction, and inspection of existing structures. Firefighters maintain fire equipment, apparatus, and the fire stations’ building and grounds. Firefighters work and train with members of the Peters Township Volunteer Fire Department.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Testing:
On an annual basis or upon return to work after serious illness or injury must be able to pass the Peters Township Fire Department Physical Agility Test.
Experience and Training:
Experience with fire apparatus, fire pumps, sprinkler and smoke detection signaling, hydraulics, SCBA, hose and nozzles, medical supplies, tools associated with firefighter equipment.
Licenses/Certification:
Possesses and maintains Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania within 150 days of being hired.
Proboard / IFSAC or Pennsylvania State Fire Academy Firefighter II Certification
Possess and maintains Pennsylvania EMT Certification.
Obtains, within 30 days of being hired, and maintains Peters Township Department skill certifications as an Interior Firefighter, Truck Driver and Pump Operator, Aerial Truck Operator and Rescue Truck Operator.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Firefighter II Certification (Required)
- Pennsylvania EMT Certification (Required)
Work Location: One location