Probationary Firefighter

Position Details

• Department: Fire Department
• Work Location: On-Site

The Firefighter position works as a member of a crew to provide effective response to a variety of emergencies. The Firefighter also maintains and operates an assortment of equipment required to mitigate emergencies. The Firefighter operates under the supervision of a Fire Captain but must be able to operate with limited supervision depending on circumstances and will be assigned functions that require the Firefighter to exercise significant responsibility.

General Duties and Responsibilities

(Not an inclusive list):

• Responds to fire emergencies and performs fire ground operations as part of an emergency response crew.
• Responds to emergency rescue incidents and performs rescue operations.
• May respond to hazardous materials incidents and performs operations to mitigate and control the incident.
• Responds to medical emergencies and performs emergency patient care.
• Operates and maintains fire apparatus, fire fighting and rescue equipment.
• Performs station duties to ensure that stations are clean and support the operation of the fire department.
• Performs public fire safety education and public education activities and participates in fire safety inspections.
• Performs administrative duties.
• Maintains professional competency.