What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter position at Royal Oak, City of (MI)?
A Firefighter does general duty emergency work in the protection of life and property. A Firefighter is responsible for the rapid and efficient performance of specialized duties under emergency conditions which may involve personal hazards. A major portion of the Firefighter’s time is necessarily spent in preparing to combat fires, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, technical rescue emergencies, and incidents involving weapons of mass destruction. Firefighters are assigned to EMS duties up to their level of training. Firefighters also perform routine work in the maintenance of fire station property and equipment. Work is normally performed under close supervision and specific work assignments are given by a superior officer, both in fighting fires and at the station. A Firefighter is subject to call at any time in the event of emergency.
Qualifications of Employment:
A Firefighter may be called upon to do any or all of the following (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform):
- Respond to alarms with fire company; lay and connect hose lines, nozzles and direct water at burning and adjacent areas.
- Ventilate burning buildings by opening windows and sky lights or cutting holes in roofs and floors; spread salvage covers and mop and sweep floors clear of water and debris.
- Drive a piece of fire apparatus to scene of fire and operate ladders and other auxiliary apparatus; use hose, rope, axes, shovels, extinguishers and other fire fighting equipment in controlling fires.
- Pump water at proper pressure; watch operation of motor & pump & make necessary adjustments or changes.
- When leaving scene of fire, see that hydrants are turned off, that ladders, hose and other equipment are gathered and placed on apparatus and that all duties assigned have been performed.
- Assume command of a company when so designated by a ranking officer.
- Participate in fire drills and attend classes in fire fighting, fire prevention, rescue and first aid. Rescue, move and/or carry persons at an emergency scene and administer first aid and CPR. Perform ALS duties.
- Participate in fire prevention inspection. Make periodic inspections of hydrants.
- Stand watches, answer incoming telephone calls, keep a log of necessary data in the day book.
- Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of Fire Department property; clean and wash walls and floors; care for grounds around station; make minor repairs; wash and dry hose; wash, clean, polish and test apparatus.
- Perform other work as assigned.
A Firefighter, upon application, shall meet the following requirements & provide proof of required education:
- A minimum of 2 years of college education, equivalent to at least 60 semester hours, from an accredited and recognized college or university
- A valid Michigan driver’s license
At time of hire, shall possess the following and provide proof of required certifications & licensure:
- Certification by the Michigan Firefighter Training Council as a Firefighter II
- A Paramedic License issued by the State of Michigan
- Completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
Qualifications of Employment:
- Respond to alarms with fire company; lay and connect hose lines, nozzles and direct water at burning and adjacent areas.
- Ventilate burning buildings by opening windows and sky lights or cutting holes in roofs and floors; spread salvage covers and mop and sweep floors clear of water and debris.
- Drive a piece of fire apparatus to scene of fire and operate ladders and other auxiliary apparatus; use hose, rope, axes, shovels, extinguishers and other fire fighting equipment in controlling fires.
- Pump water at proper pressure; watch operation of motor & pump & make necessary adjustments or changes.
- When leaving scene of fire, see that hydrants are turned off, that ladders, hose and other equipment are gathered and placed on apparatus and that all duties assigned have been performed.
- Assume command of a company when so designated by a ranking officer.
- Participate in fire drills and attend classes in fire fighting, fire prevention, rescue and first aid. Rescue, move and/or carry persons at an emergency scene and administer first aid and CPR. Perform ALS duties.
- Participate in fire prevention inspection. Make periodic inspections of hydrants.
- Stand watches, answer incoming telephone calls, keep a log of necessary data in the day book.
- Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of Fire Department property; clean and wash walls and floors; care for grounds around station; make minor repairs; wash and dry hose; wash, clean, polish and test apparatus.
- Perform other work as assigned.
2 PART APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Applicants must visit https://www.empco.net/fts/ to register for the Firefighter exam; exams must be taken by the application deadline at the top of this posting. There is a fee to take the examination, but results of this one test will be accepted by all participating fire departments in Michigan. The City of Royal Oak requires a minimum passing score of 70.
- Applications ,WITH REQUIRED PROOFS OF QUALIFICATIONS, must be received by the application deadline at the top of this posting.
Only those who meet the Minimum Qualifications AND completed the above Two Part Application Process (including passage of the EMPCO examination) by its respective deadlines will be eligible to appear on the City of Royal Oak Firefighter Civil Service Eligibility list.
Salary : $68,278 - $84,203