FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT

Job Description

Grade : PAY GRADE 37

Job Class : FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT

Posting Start : 11/18/2025

Posting End : 12/31/9999

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $19.29

GRADE: 37

CITY OF ROSWELL
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fire
Firefighter Recruit

SUMMARY: Under close supervision, learns to maintain Roswell Fire Department (RFD) equipment and
facilities, and perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include
any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions
and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below;
reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment
agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include,
but are not limited to, the following:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Attends classroom training to learn Firefighter duties, responsibilities, and skills; attends physical
training classes as directed.
• Learns to maintain RFD facilities, vehicles, equipment, apparatus, and tools; learns to inspect and
repair equipment after use, and restock medical supplies; notifies supervisors of equipment
problems beyond the scope of authority or skills.
• Assists with the inspection and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
• Learns to operate emergency, fire, rescue, medical, and lifesaving tools and equipment.
• Learns to mitigate hazards, emergency situations, and hazardous materials incidents, and perform
clean-up activities at fire and emergency scenes.
• Performs station maintenance; maintains station living quarters and grounds as directed.
• Learns City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, building locations, and special hazards
of designated facilities, to assure that firefighting activities are accomplished quickly and
effectively.
• Learns to conduct public education sessions; participates in fire prevention, pre-fire planning and
safety programs; assists with training of citizens and volunteer staff as assigned.
• May respond to emergency alarms and calls for service, and performs fire suppression, rescue, and
emergency medical duties as required to control emergency incidents; follows orders under
stressful conditions, and relays orders, instructions and information on team actions.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Roswell and the general public by demonstrating
courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains
confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or
assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; one year of related experience is preferred.

GRADE: 37

Knowledge of:
• City policies and procedures.
• Department Standard Operating Procedures, Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Federal, state, and City safety rules and regulations, and state and local building codes.
• City geography, traffic patterns, and the location of all streets, landmarks, and buildings.

Skill in:
• Learning to observe and follow safe firefighting practices.
• Following orders under stressful conditions.
• Learning to assess emergency medical needs, stabilize patient, and provide emergency medical
care.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Operating and maintaining computer and communications equipment.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• A New Mexico State Driver’s License Class D is required.
• Must possess, or obtain within one (1) month of employment, and maintain a valid Class E
driver’s license issued by the State of New Mexico and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must possess, or obtain Pro Board or IFSAC (as provided during academy) Firefighter 1&2 before
completion of academy.
• Must possess or successfully complete EMT Basic course before completion of academy; Must
possess, within one (1) year of employment, and maintain a valid certification as an Emergency
Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) issued by the State of New Mexico.
• Must possess and maintain good health and freedom from physical defects so as to be able to
acquire the degree of physical strength and agility necessary to perform heavy manual tasks in
emergency situations and under adverse conditions.
• Must successfully complete the Roswell Fire Department Fire Apparatus Operator minimum
standard exam that includes completion of FAO Task Book, basic streets examination, and standard
practical examination within two (2) years of employment. Note: Completion of this process does
not take the place of the FAO Promotional Exam.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must complete the “Willingness Questionnaire” form and submit along with the completed online
application.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical fitness demonstration, written test and personal interview.
• Must successfully complete the Roswell Fire Department Recruit Academy. Maintaining a passing
grade in all sections of this course is required.
• Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records,
driving records and other records deemed necessary.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility.
• Must pass a pre-employment complete physical and respirator physical given by a City-designated
physician.

GRADE: 37

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a standard Fire Station environment, and in the field for on-scene response to
emergency situations. Work requires climbing, lifting, carrying and transporting equipment and
individuals. Functional vision and hearing to differentiate sounds (voice, horn) is required. Work may
involve exposure to extreme heat, unstable structures, hazardous materials, emergency situations, body
fluids, and infectious diseases and pathogens. Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet
Department standards.