Firefighter/EMT

Position Summary

This is specialized public safety work in the protection of life and property through firefighting, basic life support, and mitigation of other manmade and natural disasters including hazardous material accidents within the Plant City Fire Division of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services.  Employees in this classification perform work in varied assignments, including but not necessarily limited to, ALS vehicles but also BLS vehicles.  Employees are directly engaged in the mitigation of a multitude of natural and manmade emergencies including but not limited to, fire suppression, hazardous materials, accidents, the administration of basic life support protocols, the driving and operation of fire and rescue apparatus, and the conducting of fire, safety, and medical prevention activities.   Work assignments and instructions are received from a supervisor who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and conferences. ## Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Responding to and performing skilled tasks at the scene of emergency calls including fire suppression, medical assistance, rescues, hazard identification, hazardous materials incidents, public assistance and service while operating various forms of communication equipment. - May be required to lay hose lines and direct fire streams to extinguish and contain fires; raise and climb ladders to perform search and rescue procedures along with ventilation of burning structures. - Cleans and maintains fire station facilities and equipment and other related apparatus. - Provide emergency medical services as required and perform light to heavy rescue functions at emergencies. - Participates in the use and maintenance of firefighting and emergency medical equipment. - Participates in drills, classes and schools in firefighting, emergency medical treatment and other fire service-related areas. Participates in mandatory training every shift. - Safely driving and operating fire apparatus, vehicles and equipment; making reports on the operation of various fire equipment. - Writing reports and maintaining records manually and using computers to perform data entry and specialized functions. - Participating in proficiency training to develop and maintain job skills.  - Performing emergency medical procedures and assisting Firefighter/Paramedics in advanced life support emergency medical care. - Assisting in making residential, commercial and industrial inspections to cover and eliminate fire hazards and gain compliance with federal, state and local laws, codes and ordinances. - Other duties may be assigned as dictated by ** ** operational necessity . ## Minimum Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Knowledge of basic life support procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of general fire department operations such as rescue, firefighting, radio communications, Incident Command System, fire protection equipment and systems, fire behavior, hazardous materials and water systems.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of emergency medical procedures and techniques prescribed in the State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician curriculum.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, basic mathematics and correct English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations.
• Ability to safely and effectively combat and extinguish fires.
• Ability to learn and comply with department rules, regulations and policies.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and learn the geography of the city, location of fire hydrants and major fire hazards.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to remain calm and react quickly in emergencies.
• Ability to meet and maintain departmental requirements of health, physical and mental conditions as established by Plant City Fire Rescue.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other City employees, outside agencies and the general public. 
• Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of duties and methods within a reasonable training period.
• Ability and willingness to learn new methods and techniques.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

Certificates and Licenses :

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and be insurable by the city's current auto insurance carrier
• Certified State of Florida Firefighter II
• Certified State of Florida EMT
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Must complete an Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC)
• Must complete National Incident Management System required training

Special Requirements

• For continued employment with Plant City Fire Rescue, a state of Florida Paramedic Certification is required within three (3) years of employment. Failure to provide proof and maintain active enrollment in a State of Florida approved paramedic program within 24 months of employment will result in termination.
• Candidates must be non-users of tobacco or tobacco-products for at least one (1) year immediately preceding submission of an employment application and will continue to be non-users of tobacco or tobacco products while on or off duty for the duration of their employment per F.S. 633.34 as evidenced by a sworn affidavit of the applicant. ## Essential Physical Abilities Code:

Constant = 2/3 or more of the time 

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time 

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time 

N/A = Not applicable

Physical SkillsConstantFrequentOccasionalN/AHeavy lifting (45 lbs. and over)XModerate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.)XLight lifting (under 15 lbs.)XHeavy carrying (45 lbs. and over)XModerate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.)XLight carrying (under 15 lbs.)XReaching above shoulderXUse of fingersXBoth hands required_XClimbing (use of legs and arms)XClimbing (legs only)XGood near visionXGood distant visionXBoth eyes requiredXDepth perception          XDistinguishing basic colorsXDistinguishing shades of colorsXGood hearing (with or without hearing aid)XStraight pullingXPulling hand over handXPushingXWalkingXStandingXCrawlingXKneelingXBendingXBalancingXStoopingXJumpingXRunningXThrowingXDriving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.)XDriving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.)XOther Environmental Conditions :

Code:

Constant = 2/3 or more of the time 

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time 

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time 

N/A = Not applicable

EnvironmentConstantFrequentOccasionalN/AWork InsideXWork OutsideXIn the HeatXIn the ColdXIn High HumidityXIn Dampness or ChillinessXIn Dry ConditionsXIn or with Noisy ConditionsXIn DarknessXIn or with Dusty ConditionsXWith Silica, Asbestos, etc.XWith Fumes or GasesXWith Smoke or FlamesXWith ChemicalsXWith SolventsXWith Grease or OilsXWith Radiant EnergyXWith Electrical EnergyXOn Slippery SurfacesXOn Uneven SurfacesXIn or With Moving ObjectsXIn or With Ladders/ScaffoldingXAt Heights above Ground LevelXBelow Ground LevelXIn WaterXWith ExplosivesXWith Poor VentilationXWith OdorsXWith Unusual Fatigue FactorsXOther Relevant Information:X Emergency Responsibilities : In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, Emergency Management or City Administration.  Such assignments may be before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

**ADA STATEMENT:  ** A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

**DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: **  The City of Plant City is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

**EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:  ** All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the City and its citizens.

**VETERANS' PREFERENCE: **  Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

**DISCLAIMER: ** This job description is not intended to, and does not, constitute an offer of employment or a contract for employment or the terms and conditions of employment. The City of Plant City has the right to revise this job description at any time.