Firefighter

Bartlesville, City of (OK); United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bartlesville is seeking a Firefighter I to respond to fires and emergencies under general supervision. This safety-sensitive role involves performing rescues, operating water streams, and providing first aid at the scene.

Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, maintaining station grounds, conducting fire prevention education, and participating in trainings to maintain certifications. Candidates must have a HS diploma or GED, a valid state driver's license, Firefighter I and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certified Firefighter I and Certified First Responder certifications required or must be obtained.
• Must be 18–45 years old per state statute; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire calls; connects and lays hose lines; enters burning buildings to operate nozzles and apply water as directed.
• Searches structures for victims and removes them from hazardous locations.
• Provides first aid and emergency medical treatment at the scene when needed.
• Responds to accidents, disasters, and other emergencies as directed by supervisor.
• Operates extinguishers and related equipment at emergencies.
• Secures fire scenes to prevent loss of evidence if arson is suspected.
• Cleans and inspects firefighting equipment, station, and grounds.
• Performs routine maintenance of station and grounds and keeps tools ready for emergency calls.
• Attends trainings to maintain certifications and licenses.
• Delivers fire prevention education training to the community.
• Conducts fire inspections of buildings and structures as required.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified Firefighter I

Certified First Responder

Valid State Driver's License

Age 18-45

Tools

SCBA

Defibrillator

Fire monitors

Fire extinguishers

Job description

Under general supervision, provides for the safety of the citizens of the City by controlling and extinguishing fires, performing rescues and serving as first responder in medical emergencies. Based on the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, this position is considered safety sensitive.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)

• Responds to fire calls, connects and lays hose lines, enters burning buildings with hose lines to operate nozzles and place streams of water on fires as directed.
• Searches structures for victims and removes them from hazardous locations.
• May perform first aid and emergency rescue and medical treatment at the emergency scene.
• Responds to accidents, disasters, emergency rescues, searches, and any other emergency situation as directed by superior officer.
• Operates chemical and hand extinguisher and similar equipment.
• Secures and protects the fire scene when arson may be suspected so that valuable evidence is not destroyed.
• Cleans and inspects all issued firefighting equipment, station, and grounds.
• Performs routine station and grounds maintenance as scheduled or assigned.
• Maintains tools and equipment necessary for emergency calls.
• Attends classes to maintain all necessary certifications.
• Conducts fire prevention education training as required.
• Conducts fire inspections of buildings and structures as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED; and, no prior experience; or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid State Driver's License.
• Certified Firefighter I.
• Certified First Responder.
• Must be 18-45 years of age according to state statute.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Firefighting Equipment, Emergency Rescue Equipment, Fire Apparatus Monitors, Defibrillator, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Medical Equipment