Firefighter​/EMT​/Paramedic

This job includes firefighting, fire prevention, communications, and emergency medical assistance. Primary responsibility is protection of life and property through firefighting activities and associated tasks. Work requires performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke and cramped surroundings. Employees are required to employ special firefighting skills.

A large part of the time is spent in supervised training, inspection and maintenance of equipment, and cleaning and maintaining quarters. Employees may be assigned to work on special assignments. Work is normally performed under close supervision in accordance with well-defined procedures. Assignments are received from departmental superiors. When assigned to calls involving accidents or seriously ill persons, medical duties become the primary responsibility of EMT and paramedics.

All firefighters in this class must be certified as a State of Arizona EMT. Firefighters may also be given the opportunity to attend paramedic training programs or other specialized training and schooling. Those who complete this training may be designated as Firefighter/Paramedic upon certification.

• Responds to fire alarms with a company; lays and connects hoses; holds nozzles and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders, uses SCBA, extinguishers, and other assorted equipment.
• Participates in company and continuing education programs as available and required.
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of the fire department property; cleans and washes walls and floors; makes minor repairs, washes, hangs and dries hoses; washes, cleans, and polishes apparatus.
• As a company member assists in the inspection of commercial buildings and other premises to discover and eliminate potential fire hazards.
• May be assigned to operate fire apparatus or assume the duties of Engineer after training.
• Responds to all calls for assistance as required regardless of the nature.
• As an EMT works with and assists paramedic personnel in the deployment and use of specialized medical equipment.
• EMT personnel performs duties to the extent training and certification allows.
• As a paramedic performs medical procedures as required to stabilize patient for safe transportation to a medical facility.
• Contacts Base Hospital by phone during or after a transport as required by state or Base Hospital protocol.
• Performs liaison work with agencies to coordinate desired results as assigned by the Fire Chief.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the City by ensuring all policies, rules and regulations are followed and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; enthusiastically promotes the City’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

• Desirable skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Working knowledge of the street system and physical layout of the City.
• Knowledge of OSHA compliance and regulations as they pertain to the functions of this position.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn a variety of firefighting duties and methods, including the operation of firefighting apparatus within a reasonable period.
• Ability to learn the operation of ambulance equipment and life‑saving devices within the first month of employment.
• Ability to perform the mechanical work involved in maintaining firefighting apparatus, ambulance equipment, and tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with associated personnel and the public.
• Must have the ability to remain calm in emergency situations and to work rapidly.

Must be in good physical condition and possess the capability to perform arduous tasks under stressful conditions. Physical effort is extended in toxic environment, high heat conditions, and at times under conditions of extreme stress. Work involves full body climbing and other acrobatic body stresses. Work involves wearing heavy and cumbersome protective equipment and clothing. Work is performed regardless of weather and climatic conditions.