DIAMOND SPRINGS
- EL DORADO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
POSITION DESCRIPTION
16.2 Firefighter
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RESPONSIBILITIES
The Firefighter reports to the Captain. Under direction, he/she is responsible for fire suppression activities and care of the sick and injured. The Firefighter assists with the maintenance of apparatus, equipment, buildings and grounds. When assigned, the Firefighter drives and safely operates apparatus with due regard for the welfare of the public and department. The Firefighter performs related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Ø Performs
daily apparatus inspections ensuring operational
readiness at all times.
Ø Responds
to fire and emergency incidents, provides
emergency medical aid for the sick and
injured, and performs fire suppression
tasks as directed.
ØParticipates in company business
inspections.
ØMaintains district stations and
grounds in a neat and clean condition.
Ø Assumes responsibility for assigned
collateral duties.
Ø When qualified serves as an apparatus
operator in the Engineer's absence, or
as assigned.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Ø Fire
suppression, rescue and emergency medical
care principles, practices, techniques,
and procedures.
Ø The
Incident Command System as adopted by FIRESCOPE.
Ø Laws related to fire protection
and prevention.
Ø Characteristics of a wide variety
of flammable and hazardous materials.
Ø The principles of hydraulics
and mechanical workings of fire apparatus.
Ø Knowledge of district geography,
topography, roads, and hydrant system.
Ability To:
Ø Understand and follow verbal
and written instructions and orders.
Ø Drive and operate district vehicles
and equipment.
Ø Express ideas clearly and concisely
both orally and in writing.
Ø Establish and maintain an effective
working relationship with employees, representatives
of other agencies, and the public.
Ø Troubleshoot mechanical problems
and make minor repairs.
Ø Think clearly and act decisively
under stress.
Education and Certifications:
Ø California State Fire Marshal
Firefighter 1
Ø Hazardous Materials First Responder
Operations
Experience:
Ø Four years recent experience as a volunteer firefighter with the Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire Protection District or equivalent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
for application to this classification
Education and Certifications:
Ø Graduation from High School or
equivalent.
Ø El Dorado County Volunteer Firefighter
Recruit Academy or equivalent.
Ø Emergency Medical Technician
1
Ø CPR-C.
Ø California Class B or Firefighter
Class B Driver License with Tank, Hazardous
Materials, and Air Brake endorsements.
Experience:
Ø One year recent experience as a career firefighter, or two years recent experience as a volunteer firefighter, or equivalent.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employees hired into this classification after July 1, 1995 shall:
Ø Maintain Emergency Medical Technician
1 certification for the duration of employment.
Ø Maintain
CPR-C certification or equivalent for the
duration of employment.
Ø Maintain a valid California Commercial
Class B or Firefighter Class B Driver License
with Tank, Hazardous Materials and Air
Brake endorsements for the duration of
employment.
Ø Obtain Service Area #7 certification
within six months of appointment, and maintain
that certification for the duration of
employment.
Ø Satisfactorily complete all individual
performance standards and Standard Company
Evolution's required of suppression personnel
for the duration of employment.