Firefighter​/Paramedic

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Assistant Chief, the Firefighter/Paramedic performs specialized work in prevention and suppression of fires and providing life‑saving services (EMS). Firefighting work includes combating, extinguishing and preventing fires, as well as operating and maintaining fire department equipment and apparatus. EMS duties include responding to medical calls, both emergency and non‑emergency, transporting sick and injured persons in the Response Area.

• Responds to fire and medical calls
• Makes forcible entry into buildings when necessary
• Assists in rescue operations involving vehicle accidents, structure fires and industrial accidents
• Assists in the suppression of fires
• Performs salvage and ventilation work
• Operates a variety of tools and equipment, including power saw, generators and rescue tools
• Operates firefighting apparatus and equipment
• Correctly implements emergency medical procedures
• Operates medical vehicle and equipment to the skill level of training
• Assists with loading and transferring patients
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of the departments equipment, apparatus and facilities
• Assists in testing of hose, hydrants, ladders and pumps
• Attends drills and classes for fire and emergency medical services

• Assists with fire inspections and pre‑fire plans
• Performs general office duties
• Assists in talks and classes for general public in fire prevention and emergency medical services
• Performs related tasks as required

General knowledge of firefighting and EMS procedures. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well after one year in the position.

High school diploma or G.E.D. required. Kansas certified EMT requires a valid Class B Kansas Driver’s License.

Knowledge of all fire control methods and techniques; fire and building codes, life safety codes, hazardous materials and construction materials; EMS methods, procedures and techniques; good oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; ability to receive and interpret written and oral instructions; ability to operate all firefighting, rescue, emergency medical equipment and department apparatus.

Problem solving is a factor in this position. Problems include determining strategies for fire suppression, EMS calls and working with personnel matters.

Decision making is a factor in this position. Decisions include selecting proper methods and techniques for fire suppression and EMS calls. Decisions generally follow prescribed policies and procedures but may occasionally require independent judgement.

Overall supervision is provided and job‑related decisions are reviewed by the Assistant Chief. Employee does not have supervisory responsibility over subordinates.

Employee is not responsible for budgetary control and does not participate in the annual budget process. Not responsible for cash receipts.

Frequent contact with City departments and the general public.

Physical effort is required. Extreme weather, blood borne pathogens, toxic fumes and hazardous situations during firefighting and emergency medical response are factors.

Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry or push extremely heavy (100 pounds or more) objects. Ability to ascend and descend ladders using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Ability to work in high places maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.

Wellington, KS 67152

$50K to $64K

FIRE/EMS DEPARTMENT

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