Firefighter Paramedic - Emergency EMS & Rescue

Gwinnett County; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County is seeking a State certified Firefighter/Paramedic responsible for duties in an assigned division. This safety sensitive position will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.

This position requires a public safety background check including motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and fingerprinting.

Qualifications

• State certified Firefighter/Paramedic required
• Public safety background check including motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and fingerprinting
• Pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing

Responsibilities

• Determines the type of medical emergency and field treatment to stabilize patients and performs emergency medical care including advanced life support.
• Assists in fire suppression duties utilizing equipment to contain and extinguish fire or mitigate other emergencies such as hazardous materials incidents and technical rescues.
• Inspects and operates assigned equipment, apparatus, or ambulance to ensure proper working condition.
• Monitors inventory usage and documentation for compliance.
• Prepares reports related to incidents, equipment, and patients.
• Performs inspections and maintenance of fire station and equipment.
• Participates in prevention programs to provide public information on life/fire safety.
• Determines the best way to assist citizens with general questions.
• Participates in regularly scheduled training programs for maintaining basic skills and career development.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Job description

Gwinnett County is seeking a State certified Firefighter/Paramedic responsible for duties in an assigned division. This safety sensitive position will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.

This position requires a public safety background check including motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and fingerprinting.