Firefighter Trainee: Hands-On Rescue & Emergency Training

Madisonvilleliving; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Madisonvilleliving is seeking a Firefighter Trainee to perform essential firefighting, rescue, and hazmat tasks in training capacity for the City of Madisonville, KY. The role involves responding with a crew, operating pumps, hoses, and ladders, and assisting EMS during incidents.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, six months of trainee training with a 400-hour certificate, CPR/First Aid, and a valid driver’s license. Certifications must be pursued within the specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Six months of firefighter trainee training with a 400-hour Kentucky certification.
• CPR and First Aid certification or equivalent qualifications.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must obtain IFSAC Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations within 12 months and KY EMT within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incidents with firefighting, emergency rescue, and hazmat roles.
• Ride with firefighting crews and operate equipment like pumps, hoses, gauges, and ladders.
• Inspect and maintain equipment and respond to incidents as needed.
• Attend training on fire suppression, equipment techniques, EMS care, hazmat, and leadership.
• Assist EMTs during emergencies and help prepare patients for transport.

Skills

Firefighting

Emergency response

Equipment operation

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Fire apparatus operation

Thermal imaging camera

Job description

Madisonvilleliving is seeking a Firefighter Trainee to perform essential firefighting, rescue, and hazmat tasks in training capacity for the City of Madisonville, KY. The role involves responding with a crew, operating pumps, hoses, and ladders, and assisting EMS during incidents.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, six months of trainee training with a 400-hour certificate, CPR/First Aid, and a valid driver’s license. Certifications must be pursued within the specified timeframes.