DIAMOND SPRINGS
- EL DORADO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
POSITION DESCRIPTION
16.1 Volunteer Firefighter
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RESPONSIBILITIES
The Volunteer Firefighter reports to the Captain. He/she is not compensated for duties performed in this position, except for training stipends as approved by the Board of Directors. Under direction, the Volunteer Firefighter is responsible for fire suppression activities and care of the sick and injured. He/she assists with the maintenance of apparatus, equipment, buildings and grounds. When assigned, the Volunteer Firefighter drives and safely operates apparatus with due regard for the welfare of the public and department. The Volunteer Firefighter performs related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Ø Performs
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.
Ø Participates
in ongoing, relevant and verifiable training.
Ø Maintains
apparatus and equipment in a neat and clean
condition.
Ø When
qualified, safely drives and operates fire
apparatus in routine and emergency situations.
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.
ØCharacteristics 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 Establish and maintain an effective
working relationship with employees, representatives
of other agencies, and the public.
Ø Think clearly and act decisively
under stress.
Education and Certifications:
Ø Hazardous Materials First Responder
Operations
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 volunteer firefighter or equivalent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
for appointment to this classification
Education and Certifications:
Ø Graduation
from High School or equivalent.
Ø El
Dorado County Volunteer Firefighter Recruit
Academy or equivalent.
First Responder (medical training).
Ø CPR-C.
Experience:
Ø Recent employment or other experience that demonstrates maturity and the willingness to assume the responsibility required to maintain active status as a Volunteer Firefighter.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
To remain active as a Volunteer Firefighter, individuals accepted into this classification after July 1, 1995 shall:
Ø Reside
in the Diamond Springs - El Dorado Fire
Protection District or be specifically
exempted from that requirement by the Fire
Chief in accordance with district policies
and procedures.
Ø Maintain
First Responder or a higher level of medical
certification.
Ø Maintain CPR-C certification
or equivalent.
Ø Satisfactorily
complete and/or comply with all individual
performance standards and Standard Company
Evolution's required of Volunteer Firefighters
for the duration of active status.
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