FireFighter​/AEMT

The City of Dover Fire & Rescue is accepting applications for the positions of full‑time Firefighter/AEMT, as well as to produce an eligibility list for anticipated vacancies. $26.26 to $38.03 per hour. 42 hours per week.

Application packets must include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copies of certifications and EMS license(s)

Documents can be sent to jobs.gov and will be uploaded for you if you have trouble.

• Respond to fire and other emergency alarms and perform tasks to combat, contain and extinguish fires, render emergency medical assistance and mitigate dangers posed by hazardous materials and/or man‑made or natural emergencies.
• Perform advanced pre‑hospital emergency medical care up to paramedic level to persons involved in man‑made or natural emergencies, fire, or rescue incidents and/or requiring ambulatory services.
• Perform advanced level pre‑hospital medical intervention and complex tasks during life‑threatening emergencies per established protocol, standing orders and/or physician direction.
• Report demographics for billing and records.
• Assist in general upkeep and housekeeping of fire facilities by performing routine and minor maintenance on fire equipment, apparatus, facilities and grounds; perform DOT vehicle maintenance checks including the inspection of all equipment on board.
• Keep up with department mandatory continuing education and training.
• Operate both as a member of a and independently at incidents of uncertain duration.
• Make rapid transition from rest to near maximal exertion without warm‑up periods and endure extended periods of physical activity.
• Perform Fire Prevention inspections of homes, businesses and public places. Record findings and issue notices of violation.
• Receive and relay fire calls and alarms.
• Perform salvage operations at scenes of fires, accidents, spills, discharges, and other emergency situations.
• Maintain proficiency in firefighting techniques; operation and maintenance of technical equipment, e.g. firefighting apparatus and equipment, personal protective equipment, measuring devices, etc.; and containment and clean‑up of hazardous materials by participating in fire drills, attending classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects. Receive training and general instruction from a senior officer or other designated instructor in firefighting and rescue techniques and procedures.
  
  May assist in the training of existing personnel, new recruits and call firefighters.
• Present programs to the community on safety, first aid and fire prevention topics.
• Assist in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.
• Assist with animal removal and assistance for citizens.
• Assist with snow removal around fire hydrants.
• All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with the City’s core values.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.
• Maintain familiarity with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Knowledge of firefighting duties, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of First Aid and rescue operations.
• Knowledge of appropriate codes, laws, and ordinances.
• Skill in the operation of fire equipment and apparatus.
• Ability to work under physically and emotionally stressful situations.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written orders, directions, and instructions, and abide by the rules and regulations of the department.
• Ability to work safely in changing work environments both inside and outside, including exposure to various hazards such as extreme temperatures, moisture, and chemicals.
• Ability to skillfully operate related machinery and fire apparatus equipment.
• Ability to lead and instruct others in techniques and methods used in various work activities.
• Ability to read schematic diagrams and blueprints.
• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid vehicle operator’s license.
• Must have and maintain NH license as Emergency Medical Technician‑Basic.
• Must be nationally registered Emergency Medical Technician.
• Must be New Hampshire State Certified Firefighter Level II upon appointment.
• Must have full‑time residence within sixty (60) minutes travel time from any one of the three fire stations under normal driving conditions.
• Candidates will be subjected to criminal and financial background checks.
• Required to take and pass a physical exam after a conditional offer of employment, and annually thereafter.