Volunteer Firefighter

Responsible for responding to fire and emergency calls. Protects life and property by performing firefighting, emergency aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties. This position is responsible for the efficient response to all fire calls in the Village of Waterford.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Respond to fire and emergency calls.

· Provide first aid treatment in accordance with laws, protocols, and directions.

· Perform firefighting duties.

· Write reports documenting incident data, patient assessment, and treatment.

· Operate radios and other communication equipment.

· Perform general maintenance work of equipment, vehicles, apparatus, facilities, and grounds.

· Present fire prevention and education activities to the public.

· Assists in special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.

· Provide input for department goals and objectives.

· Responsible for driving and operating apparatus and other equipment at an emergency scene.

· Participate in drills, meetings, attend classes, and assist in training of all personnel.

· Perform equipment and apparatus checks and inspections, monthly, performing repairs as needed.

· Notify supervisor of all problems or defects with equipment or apparatus.

· May serve on a specialty team to include Technical Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, or Hazardous Materials.

· Assists in other department administrative activities as assigned.

· Perform other related duties as required.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check. Successful completion of pre-employment background check which may include, but not limited to: criminal background check, motor vehicle history review, physical exam, psychological evaluation, and drug screen. Job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Expected hours: 1 – 5 per week

Benefits:

Employee assistance program

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement