Dean College of Graduate and Professional Studies

USW Firefighter/EMT

THIS POSITION WILL BE REPRESENTED AS PART OF A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT UNIT

PER FPB Policy FBP-HR-PRO-00001:
Internal employees must be in current position for (1) year or greater to be eligible to apply.

Under direction of supervision respond to emergencies including medical, fire, rescue, hazmat, and other’s, as they arise. Responsible for knowing the operation and location of all fire hydrants, portable extinguishers, and fire suppression systems. Tests, inspects, and maintains Fire Protection equipment including fixed systems, vehicles, extinguishers, and other fire/rescue systems and equipment. Inspects and recharges extinguishers. Required to know the operation and maintenance of all types, including specialized, firefighting and rescue tools and equipment.

Must know all types of chemicals used in various equipment and their application to types of fire anticipated. May be called on to instruct in training programs and instruct auxiliary crews. Participates in regular drills and exercises. Must hold current Ohio EMT-B I or/Paramedic and Ohio Firefighter II Certification. Support fire protection and fire prevention programs as needed. Monitor alarms and dispatch emergency responses.

Complete documentation on activities when needed. Other related duties. Actively participates in safety work groups. Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.

Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.

Will be required to pass FF fitness exam.

Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).

Ability to carry several instruments/equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged walking/standing, repeated pushing/pulling.

Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, non-repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.

Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf cart, gator, heavy equipment).

Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.

Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)

Radiological training will be required.

May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations and procedures must be adhered to at all times.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

• Pre-Employment Physical (office or field work)
• Drug Screen
• The ability to obtain/maintain "L" Clearance one year from hire date
• Background Check
• Any site required training

Prospective employees must be available to start work with Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth LLC within a reasonable time frame after acceptance of FBP’s offer of employment (typically 30 days or less).

Applicants for employment can initiate a request for accommodation, or obtain…