Firefighter, Recruit

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 46,802 - 75,351; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Decatur, Georgia is seeking dedicated individuals for emergency response roles involving firefighting and medical assistance. Candidates will perform a variety of duties related to emergency situations, maintain readiness, and participate in necessary training. A high school diploma and the ability to obtain licensing within 18 months are required. Successful candidates will serve their community by protecting lives and property during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous work experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls for various incidents.
• Provide fire suppression and emergency medical assistance.
• Maintain readiness and operational supplies for emergencies.
• Participate in training and fitness activities.

Skills

Emergency response

Basic first aid

Fire suppression

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Salary Range

$46,802 - $75,351 Hiring Rate $53,040

Essential Functions

This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Attends training sessions as required to gain skills and knowledge regarding department operations, job performance, and policies, procedures, rules and regulations; reads professional literature and training materials; completes tests and skills assessments; and obtains and maintains professional affiliations.

Responds to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, motor vehicle accidents, natural disasters, explosions, bomb threats, downed power lines, and other emergency situations; responds to instructions from dispatcher; and contacts appropriate related agencies as needed.

Provides protection of life and property; suppresses, controls and extinguishes fires; performs search, rescue, extrication of victims, and forcible entries; assists individuals from burning structures; establishes openings in buildings for entrance, ventilation, or salvage; ventilates smoke and gas from buildings; performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris; assists with cleanup activities; and exercises control of emergency situations until relieved by a superior officer.

Responds to a variety of emergency calls requiring the administration of basic first aid and medical treatment.

Maintains a state of readiness/preparation for emergency response; checks/maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire vehicles and in fire station; re-loads equipment and apparatus following response to emergency calls; assists in preparing apparatus for subsequent emergencies and in testing personal equipment, hoses/pumps, and other tools and apparatus; and ensures the emergency medical service equipment is properly stocked and operational.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable regulations, policies and procedures; maintains an awareness of new equipment, procedures, trends and advances in the profession; participates in physical fitness training, training drills and other continuing education activities; and attends shift meetings, workshops and seminars as appropriate.

Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, buildings, quarters, apparatus, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting/testing equipment, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning quarters, or grounds maintenance; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment for necessary maintenance work.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; must be at least 18 years of age; previous work experience preferred.

Specific License or Certification Required

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain NPQ Firefighter II and EMT-B within 18 months in this classification.