Firefighter​/Medic

Join our dynamic emergency response team as a Firefighter/Medic, where you will play a vital role in protecting lives, property, and the environment through rapid response, firefighting, and emergency medical services. As a Firefighter/Medic, you will be at the forefront of saving lives while promoting safety and environmental protection in every situation. This paid position is ideal for motivated individuals eager to make a difference and develop their expertise in emergency response.

City of Clinton offers medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and family at no cost (except applicable co-pays and deductibles). Reduced rate day care for employee’s children. 13 paid holidays. Generous vacation and sick time. This position does require some weekends and evenings.

• Maintains readiness for emergency call response for fire, medical emergencies, natural disasters and other emergency situations.
• Responds to alarms for emergency fire suppression, and operates pumps, aerial ladders and other fire apparatus.
• Participates in engine and pumper hook-up; holds nozzle and directs water stream; use extinguishers, bars, hooks, ropes and other equipment to suppress and extinguish fires.
• Locates and removes person(s) from dangerous/hazardous situations; administers first-aid as outlined and authorized under Tennessee First Responder guidelines.
• Performs salvage and overhaul operations, sweeping water, and removing debris.
• Communicates in person, via telephone, and or via two-way radio providing information and assistance or responding to requests for assistance.
• Operates machinery, equipment and light motor vehicles; ensures appropriate maintenance; may operate specialized fire vehicles/equipment (fire engines, ladder trucks, pumps, etc.) with sufficient experience and training.
• Participates in station maintenance; maintains and cleans quarters; maintains firefighting equipment, apparatus and fire department property.
• Participates in required classes, drills and continuing education activities.
• Participates in regular inspections of City facilities and structures for fire prevention and education purposes; inspects fire hydrants throughout the city.
• Prepares and maintains records, logs and reports.
• Participates in public education and community relations activities to include school visits and fire station tours.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a storm or declared emergency.)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of fire prevention and firefighting methods and principles.
• Knowledge of the geographic area of the City and surrounding areas, including street system, hydrant locations, the layout and location of public utilities and potentially hazardous materials and substances.
• Ability to work 24-hour shifts.
• Ability to operate various fire apparatus, including an axe, pry bar, high pressure hose, ladders, safety equipment, breathing apparatus, two-way radio, chemicals, related firefighting equipment, and emergency medical equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, ingenuity and professionalism in the performance of assigned tasks.
• Ability to climb ladders and perform firefighting and rescue operations from various heights including roofs.
• Ability to working within a command structure requiring strict adherence to following orders.
• Ability to recognize and mediate unsafe conditions or situations
• Ability to work under extremely stressful situations, day and night, which result from a fire and other emergencies, including the responsibility for remaining calm and…