Firefighter​/Paramedic

salary is $27.97/hour; $83,808.47 Annual (based on 48/96 scheduled hours) plus benefits

New hire lateral program will be applied to all steps of the Firefighter/Paramedic position.

• 1 year of experience
  - Step B = $88,033.35
• 2 years of experience
  - Step C = $92,408.05
• 3 years of experience
  - Step D = $97,022.46
• 4 years of experience
  - Step E = $

Provides basic and/or advanced life support and fire fighting work in the treatment of the sick or injured and fire fighting duties in preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires along with water and other rescue related duties.

• 1. Provides fire fighting, rescue, first aid and basic and/or advanced life support at emergency scenes.
• 2. Assists in the removal of victims from dangerous situations.
• 3. Prepares complete records and reports related to fire, emergency medical care and vehicle operations provided during operational periods.
• 4. Participates in the exchange of information between off-going and on-coming shifts and in crew meetings as necessary.
• 5. Checks all personal gear, assigned vehicles, equipment and tools to ensure safe and effective operation.
• 6. Responds to alarms of fire or other emergencies; lays, connects and uses hose and nozzles to direct fog or water stream. Raises and climbs ladders, uses fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, pike poles, halligans, drills, saws, extrication tools and appliances, and other equipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• 7. Operates engines, trucks, ambulances, and rescue units safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• 8. Maintains familiarity with box maps and related road networks within the fire district area and within those areas with Automatic Aid Response Agreements.
• 9. Participates in all scheduled and assigned training classes.
• 10. Communicates among assigned personnel, other employees throughout the city, upper management and the general public as necessitated by the position.
• 11. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
• 12. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.
• 13. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.

• Must respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Works in emergency conditions that may involve extreme danger and exertion under hazardous conditions, including but not limited to flames, smoke, hazardous materials, cramped conditions, charged or oxygen-deficient atmospheres, downed power lines, victims with severe injuries/death, and inclement weather.
• Must be able to wear all assigned bunker gear and perform related emergency scene duties effectively and efficiently.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry heavy weights, climb, walk, run, drive vehicles, crawl, stoop, push, pull, jump, grasp hoses, grasp and manipulate small objects, work on unsteady footing, and use other emergency and firefighting equipment as required.
• Must possess the ability to use basic swimming techniques for water rescues and must possess good vision and hearing and be able to distinguish colors and odors.
• Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in safely and comfortably handling/treating patients.
• Knowledge of pre-hospital patient care for basic life support.
• Knowledge of fire suppression and prevention methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to learn and efficiently operate firefighting equipment.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with employees and…