Firefighter EMT

ruralmetrofire; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural/Metro Fire Department in Arizona is seeking a Firefighter with EMT certification to perform fire suppression, EMS, inspections, and public safety education.

You must hold Firefighter I & II, HazMat-Operations, IFSAC/ProBoard, CPR, and a valid driver's license with a clean record; willingness to work night shifts and overtime; benefits and stable schedule.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Firefighter I & II and HazMat-Operations certifications (IFSAC/ProBoard).
• State or National EMT certification required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays; overtime may be required.
• Meets local standards for qualifications, training and eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire safety inspections, home safety checks and pre-fire planning inspections.
• Provide public information, install smoke detectors, and participate in safety events.
• Respond to emergency fire alarms and assist in suppression and rescue operations.
• Handle EMS calls with on-site and transport medical procedures and report writing.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment; comply with internal audits and policies.

Skills

EMT-B Certification

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Shift Work Flexibility

Overtime Availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

IFSAC Firefighter I/II

ProBoard HazMat-Operations

Job description

Salary Range: $56,613.00 to $61,916.00, Depending on Experience

Minimum Education and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• State or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (ProBoard) certifications required: Firefighter I & II and Hazardous Materials-Operations.
• State-issued or National Registered EMT certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with Rural/Metro policy (a DUI within the last 5 years disqualifies an applicant).
• Ability to work any assigned shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Availability for overtime as needed, including emergency assignments.
• Must meet local standards for qualifications, training, and eligibility for hiring, placement, or promotion.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Customer Service Responsibilities:

• Conduct fire safety inspections, home safety checks, fire extinguisher inspections, and pre-fire planning inspections.
• Provide information to the public, install smoke detectors, conduct tours of the fire station, visit schools, and participate in public education events.
• Work involves serving the public and requires cooperative interaction with co-workers, supervisors, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
• Engage with representatives from other city departments, fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies.

Essential Functions:

Fire Suppression:

• Responds to emergency fire alarms and performs fire suppression duties.
• Assists in controlling structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, vehicle, aircraft, and wildland fires by applying appropriate extinguishing agents.
• Operates various fire equipment and gear for suppression and control, and performs search and rescue, ventilation, and salvage operations.
• Provides detailed written reports of firefighting and rescue actions taken on the scene.

Emergency Medical Services:

• Responds to emergency medical calls, performing primary and secondary assessments of ill or injured individuals and providing emergency and non-emergency medical procedures on-site and in transport.
• Conducts skilled tasks during emergency and non-emergency calls and transfers patients to medical facilities.
• Treats patients according to established Emergency Medical Service protocols and Rural/Metro Fire Department policies.
• Provides written reports detailing patient care.
• May serve as a mentor for EMT-B trainees.

Maintenance Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily and weekly inspections of vehicles and equipment as assigned.
• Ensure all discrepancies related to vehicles and equipment are documented and reported to the on-duty Fire Captain.
• Perform daily maintenance of facilities, including cleaning, inspecting, and other necessary facility maintenance.

Compliance Responsibilities:

• Review paperwork for accuracy and adherence to processes.
• Participate in scheduled and unscheduled onsite compliance audits.
• Implement corrective and preventive measures as determined by the Corporate Compliance/Audit Committee.
• Work cooperatively with Internal Audit, Compliance, and HR on recommendations and changes to compliance and legal workflows.
• Take swift action in accordance with Internal Audit and Corporate Compliance regarding any areas of concern.
• Comply with and enforce all policies and procedures.
• Complete all required Compliance Training within the designated time frame without any compliance-related corrective actions during the current review period.
• Other duties as assigned.