Entry-Level Firefighter: EMS & Fire Prevention

Daily Dispatch; Selah (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Daily Dispatch in Selah, WA is seeking a Firefighter to protect life and property through firefighting, EMS, and fire prevention duties. You will drive fire apparatus, operate pumps, lay hose, and maintain equipment and facilities.

Requirements include a High school diploma or GED, two years of firefighting experience, a valid WA driver’s license, EMT certification or eligibility, U.S. citizenship, and ability to meet physical standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Two years of experience as a career, wildland, paid-on-call, or volunteer firefighter
• Must possess a valid Washington state driver’s license without record of suspension or revocation in any state
• Must possess current automobile insurance
• Must possess Washington State E.V.I.P. or obtain within probationary year
• FSAC Firefighter I certification or equivalent recruit school certificate to FFI standard or obtain IFSAC FFI within probationary year
• Wildland Red Card, Firefighter II or higher or obtain within probationary year
• Washington EMT or must obtain within probationary year

Responsibilities

• Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.
• Performs emergency aid activities including administering first aid and providing other assistance.
• Participates in drills, attends classes in firefighting, EMS, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
• Receives and relays fire calls and alarms. Operates radio and other communication equipment.
• Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities, apparatus, and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; vacuums rugs and carpets; cleans and sanitizes restrooms and showers; cares for grounds around stations; makes minor repairs; washes and dries hose; maintains and tests apparatus and equipment.
• Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, pre-fire plans and emergency aid activities.
• Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
• Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Daily Dispatch in Selah, WA is seeking a Firefighter to protect life and property through firefighting, EMS, and fire prevention duties. You will drive fire apparatus, operate pumps, lay hose, and maintain equipment and facilities.

Requirements include a High school diploma or GED, two years of firefighting experience, a valid WA driver’s license, EMT certification or eligibility, U.S. citizenship, and ability to meet physical standards.