2026-B Certified Firefighter - EMT (10/2026)

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to respond to emergency incidents to provide emergency medical care, transport patients, suppress fires, rescue victims, and perform other duties as required. Job duties consist of varied emergency medical, fire suppression and emergency response duties. Successful performance helps ensure the protection of community life and property. FLSA status is Non-Exempt. ## ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or logical assignments for this classification.  Other duties may be required and assigned.  Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions in this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for this particular position.   FIRE AND MEDICAL CALL DUTIES (30%) P erforms fire attack and suppression duties. E nsures that adjacent buildings, vehicles, and property are protected from fire damage. P erforms ventilation procedures to remove excess heated gases, heat, and smoke from the burning structure. P erforms salvage and overhaul operations. P erforms patient care in emergency situations. P articipates in vehicle extrication and other rescue operations. R esponds to non-emergency calls from the public as directed. C ompletes incident reports as required.   EQUIPMENT OPERATION DUTIES (30%) P erforms daily inspection of fire apparatus. M aintains tools and equipment. M aintains vehicle and equipment supply inventories. M onitors and documents normal wear of apparatus components and equipment. R eports repair needs to proper personnel. C leans apparatus and equipment. O perates and controls fire apparatus; drives fire apparatus to and from emergency and non-emergency scenes. P erforms equipment set-up upon arrival at fire scenes for the purpose of rescue or fire suppression operations. O perates fire pumps and aerial devices on fire scenes, training operations, and daily inspections. P erforms daily buildings and grounds maintenance activities.   FIRE PREVENTION DUTIES (20%) C ompletes pre-fire inspections and related reports in conjunction with supervisory personnel. P erforms fire hydrant maintenance and flow tests. P repares truck displays and fire safety presentations. C onducts fire drills. C ommunicates fire prevention information to the public.   TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES (10%) C ompletes training to remain up-to-date in firefighting skills and practices. T rains in the use of new or updated equipment.   OTHER RELATED DUTIES (10%) C onducts tours for the public. A ssists in maintaining the station and grounds. P erforms other duties as needed or assigned. ## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must meet all minimum requirements set forth by the Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards Commission as well as departmental qualifications to be considered for this position.   

M ust be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

M ust have no felony convictions.

M ust have a High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution.

M ust possess a State of Alabama Professional Firefighter I and Firefighter II Certification.

M ust obtain a State of Alabama EMT License and current National Registry EMT Certification within one (1) year of employment. 

M ust have a valid (CPAT) Candidate Physical Abilities Test certificate (in accordance with Alabama Fire College Recruit School). ## MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The following requirements are normal for this classification. Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.  The following list was developed through job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned.   J ob duties are typically performed intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping.  Employees frequently lift light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell. J ob duties are typically performed in an office and at fire stations, except while at a fire or other emergency scenes.  Employees may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, extreme temperatures, hazardous situations, and inclement weather. J ob duties require the use of protective clothing and devices. J ob duties require the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions. J ob duties require the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive the nature of sounds by ear. J ob candidates must be able to adapt to and perform under moderate stress. J ob duties require regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

City of Prattville employees are required to obtain knowledge of the City of Prattville Policies and Procedures, and knowledge of their specific department rules, policies, and procedures.  This job description does not necessarily include all the duties which may be required of individual employees in the classification.  Job descriptions may be revised as needed.    K nowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations. K nowledge of the operation of all apparatus and equipment and methods used in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires. K nowledge of firefighting standards, practices, strategies, tactics, and equipment. K nowledge of emergency medical standards, practices, strategies, tactics, and equipment. K nowledge of equipment maintenance principles. K nowledge of hydrant locations, water systems, and water mains. K nowledge of local, state, and federal fire codes. K nowledge of fire safety inspection principles. K nowledge of fire investigation principles. K nowledge of hazardous materials. K nowledge of computers and job-related software programs. S kill in the provision of emergency medical care to patients in the field. S kill in the operation of all firefighting, rescue and other equipment, including motor vehicles. S kill in extrication techniques. S kill in interpersonal relations. S kill in the use of a computer and a records management system. S kill in the use of radios and communication equipment. S kill in oral and written communication. P hysical ability to wear breathing apparatus. P hysical ability to climb ladders. P hysical ability to work in confined spaces. P hysical ability to work in heights.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

M ust provide proof of your legal right to work in the United States. M ust meet citizenship requirements of the Alabama Fire College. M ust possess and maintain a valid driver's license. W illing to work overtime. M ust be able to lift/carry a minimum of 90 pounds repeatedly. W illing to cooperate with the workload of the department. W illing to attend continuing education courses. W illing to comply with City of Prattville rules and regulations. W illing to meet the Prattville Fire Department Wellness and Fitness Requirements. W illing to travel. M ust submit to drug screenings for this safety sensitive position. M ust accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

EEOC COMMITMENT:

The City of Prattville is committed to maintaining equal employment opportunity by considering job applicants and employees for hiring and advancement on the basis of job-pertinent individual differences and not on the basis of extraneous factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as current or former uniformed service member, or any other classifications protected by law.