Firefighter 56

jacksonville.gov; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Ibrido; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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The City of Jacksonville seeks an entry-level firefighter to respond to fires, medical calls, hazmat incidents, and other emergencies. The role involves operating firefighting and emergency communications equipment and performing routine station duties.

Candidates must pass CPAT and medical/psychological exams, hold EMT certification, and possess a Florida Class E driver’s license. A high school diploma or equivalent and rotation shifts, including weekends and holidays, are required.

Competenze

• Must pass CPAT and required medical/psychological exams prior to employment.
• EMT certification is required prior to appointment.
• FLA Class E Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.
• High school diploma or equivalent; at least 18 years old.
• Must meet Florida statutes qualifications for employment.

Mansioni

• Responds to fire alarms as part of a team and extinguishes fires using standard methods.
• Responds to medical emergencies and provides basic or advanced life support.
• Responds to hazardous materials incidents to control and mitigate hazards.
• Performs overhaul, salvage, and cleanup at fire scenes.
• Operates firefighting equipment and emergency communications devices.
• Extricates trapped victims and provides fire ground support.
• Conducts hydrant inspections and pre-fire planning.
• Performs routine station assignments and equipment maintenance.
• Participates in drills and training to maintain readiness.
• Performs related duties as required.

Conoscenze

Emergency medical procedures

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Lifting heavy loads

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

CPAT certification

EMT Certification

FLA Class E Driver's License

Minimum Standards Course

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This is protective service work at the entry level in extinguishing fires, and responding to emergency medical calls, hazardous materials incidents, and other emergencies. The work requires knowledge of firefighting procedures, techniques and methods, emergency medical response protocols and techniques, and rules and regulations used in protecting life and property which are learned through specialized training and on-the-job experience. Contacts require skills in communicating with others in potentially adverse and critical situations and are important in directing and controlling others. The work is semi-routine in that tasks are covered by somewhat diversified procedures and the work is patterned involving similar situations but some latitude is permitted to consider the most appropriate method, technique, or procedure to follow. Work is performed in a completely uncontrolled environment, where risks and hazards are substantial, generally unknown or unpredictable, and possibly uncontrollable. Operates specialized firefighting equipment and tools, and emergency communications equipment that requires extensive specialized training. The physical demands consist mainly of performing prolonged and arduous tasks, including heavy lifting weighing more than 50 pounds, while wearing heavy protective equipment under hazardous conditions. The work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are subject to standard practices and procedures, and the worker is given latitude to rearrange the sequence based on changing work situations or work flow. Rotational shift work will be required, including weekend, evening and holiday work.

• Responds to fire alarms as a member of a team and extinguishes fires using various accepted fire suppression methods, techniques and procedures.
• Responds to medical emergency calls and provides basic or advanced life support procedures.
• Responds to hazardous materials incidents to control and mitigate. Ventilates burning buildings.
• Performs overhaul, salvage, and clean-up of fire scene.
• Operates firefighting equipment and tools at emergency scenes.
• Extricates trapped victims.
• Replaces tools and equipment on apparatus; cleans and performs routine maintenance on tools and equipment; and returns tools and equipment to service. Conducts hydrant inspections and pre-fire planning.
• Locates fire hydrants, streets, public and commercial buildings within an assigned area to learn of potential hazards.
• Performs routine station assignments such as inspecting Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, turnout gear, emergency medical kit, tools and equipment, and apparatus so that they are ready for use.
• Participates in fire drills and training in order to keep up to date on latest techniques, methods, and procedures and maintain a high state of readiness.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of Fire and Rescue standard operating procedures and standard administrative procedures.
• Knowledge of Fire and Rescue rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of firefighting techniques, methods, and procedures.
• Knowledge of emergency medical protocols and techniques.
• Knowledge of fire behavior and how it affects different types of building construction.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used to fight fires and perform rescue procedures.
• Knowledge of, use, and maintenance of health and safety protective gear.
• Knowledge of fire hazards and safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to perform emergency medical procedures on victims.
• Ability to read maps.
• Ability to lift, carry, and operate firefighting equipment and tools.
• Ability to climb ladders or walls, fences, and other obstacles.
• Ability to crawl and perform search patterns.
• Ability to access a floor, wall, roof, ceiling, or door.
• Ability to operate emergency communications equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to move obstacles and victims during hazardous conditions.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to operate Fire and Rescue emergency vehicles.

• Must pass physical ability test and required medical exams during employment in this class.

• Prospective employees must pass a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) from an approved National Testing Network facility, and all required medical and psychological screening exams prior to employment in this class.

• Must be free from facial hair preventing the use of breathing apparatus or safety equipment.

• Must be free from any condition preventing the use of breathing apparatus or other safety equipment.

• Must be a nonuser of tobacco or tobacco products and remain a nonuser during employment in this class.

• Must complete required training courses and exams during the probationary period.

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and at least 18 years of age.

• Must meet qualifications for employment, as shown in Chapter 633.34 of Florida Statutes.

• Rotational shift work is required, including weekend and holiday work.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

• EMT Certification is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.

• Minimum Standards Course prescribed by FL Statutes and FL Bureau of Fire Standards and Training is required prior to appointment & must be maintained.

• FLA Class E Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.

Other Requirements

• The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

• This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference

If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator

11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K

Largo, FL 33778-1630

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