Firefighter
Core
Combat, extinguish, and prevent fires while responding to emergency medical calls, rescue operations, and non-emergency calls to protect lives and property.
Role type
Firefighter (Emergency Response & Fire Suppression)
Builds
Fire suppression operations, emergency medical response, victim rescue, and fire safety education
Domain
Public Safety / Emergency Services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Fire suppression techniques, emergency medical care, victim rescue and extrication, fire apparatus operation, ladder operations, pre-fire planning, hazardous materials awareness, physical endurance
Preferred skills
Pro Board or IFSAC Certified Firefighter I or Firefighter I/II
Technologies
Fire hoses, nozzles, fire apparatus pump systems, aerial and ground ladders, specialized rescue equipment
Responsibilities
Administer non-invasive healthcare to patients/victims; ensure proper operation and readiness of apparatuses and equipment; conduct fire safety activities for the public; deploy fire hoses and incorporate appliances into fire suppression; carry out officer's fire suppression orders; operate aerial or ground ladders; assist in developing pre-fire plans; participate in community outreach and training; operate fire apparatus pump system; minimize property loss by inspecting scenes; locate and remove victims from incident scenes; participate in station maintenance and formal training.
Seniority
Entry-level, full-time employee
