Firefighter EMT and Certified Firefighter EMT Job Florence area,Alabama USA,Healthcare

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FOR DATES, TIMES, CPAT-RELATED INFORMATION, AND OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION.STARTING ANNUAL BASE SALARY BASED ON CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

NON-CERTIFIED WITH NO EXPERIENCE $45,438.73
CERTIFIED WITH LESS THAN ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE $47,322.93
CERTIFIED WITH 1-2 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE $49,285.25
CERTIFIED WITH 3-4 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE $51,328.93
CERTIFIED WITH 4 OR MORE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE $53,457.34

The position of firefighter is an entry-level position. This position serves to combat, extinguish, and prevent fires in answering emergency calls and in the operation and routine maintenance of departmental equipment, apparatus, and quarters. Respond to all required emergency calls performing Emergency medical service to protect life and property. Performs Fire Prevention activities and company pre-plans. Firefighter/EMT position is directly below that of a Firefighter/Driver Grade PS9.

ATTACH

THE FOLLOWING IN THE ATTACHMENT SECTION OF THIS APPLICATION:

High school Diploma or GED Certificate
College Transcripts if applicable
DD214 if applicable
CPAT Certification good through March 31, 2025, if applicable
Three letters of recommendation addressed to the Civil Service Board to speak on behalf of your character and work ethic (not from a family member).

NOTE:

THE FOLLOWING DATES & TIMES:

CPAT and written test will be held at Florence Fire Training Center, 4648 Chisholm Road, and will start at 8:00 am. An approved physical statement, signed by a doctor must be submitted “prior” to taking the CPAT.

Friday, October 23, 8:30 am – 1st CPAT
Friday, November 20, 8:30 am – 2nd CPAT
Monday, November 30, 8:30 am – Written Exam

ADDITIONAL

NOTE:

You have up to three attempts to pass the CPAT.

The fee for the CPAT is $25.00 cash for each test taken (to be collected on the day of the test).

There is a Civil Service Fee of $1.50 cash for all applicants taking the written test (to be collected on the day of the test).

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Responds to fire emergency alarms, lays and connects hose, holds nozzle, and directs water streams.

Forces entry of premises for firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations, using chemical fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment.

Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons.

Positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings.

Carries charged hose line into the structure for fire extinguishment.

Physically able to wear a complete set of protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.

Participates in fire drills and attends training classes in firefighting, first-aid, and related subjects.

Participates in company inspections, public education activities, and emergency response operations.

Possesses a thorough knowledge of the operations of the apparatus and equipment to which the member is assigned.

Maintains and cares for all equipment assigned to the member, the station, and the apparatus.

Will be subject to call back in emergency situations during unscheduled work times.

Safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and random drug screens.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age.;

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate.

Must maintain a valid state driver's license.

Must receive and successfully maintain the following certifications within Six (6) months of class completion:

Firefighter I/II
EMT Basic
NIMS Certification 700
Rapid…