Job Description
Firefighter Under the immediate supervision of a company officer, works to minimize the effects of natural and manmade disasters by delivering community risk reduction programs and by responding to fire, medical, and technical rescue emergencies. Actively participate in activities related to risk reduction programs and pre-incident analysis. Respond to emergencies and work as part of team to bring various emergencies under control, including medical incidents, fires, hazardous materials incidents, and heavy/technical rescue situations. Assist in maintaining facilities and grounds, fire apparatus, tools, and equipment. Actively participate in training classes, drills, and continuing education. Ensure operational readiness of tools, equipment, and apparatus. Maintain physical fitness and mental toughness required to perform effectively as a firefighter. Follow departmental and City policies. Perform other duties, including some administrative, as directed. Skills/Ability to: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and be comfortable with the resulting increased respiratory effort and decreased vision and range of motion. 2. Climb six or more flights of stairs while wearing or carrying 50 pounds of gear and tools/equipment. 3. Climb ladders and operate from heights of at least 100 feet. 4. Be comfortable operating in the dark and in confined spaces, in high or low temperatures, in inclement weather, and over uneven terrain. 5. Sit, stand, walk, run, crawl, jog, crouch, and kneel for short and long periods of time. 6. Hear and speak well enough to communicate via telephone, radio, and in person at distances up to 50 feet and over high background noise. 7. Stamina to meet physical and mental demands during an extended emergency. 8. Read and interpret various technical documents, manuals, and trade journals. 9. Communicate clearly and concisely, both in writing and speech. 10. Function as a team player with excellent in