Part Time FF/AEMT

Rural Metro Fire; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Rural Metro Fire in Chattanooga is seeking a Part-Time Firefighter/A-EMT with a commitment to a positive, collaborative work environment. Under supervision, you will train for and participate in fire suppression, rescue, and medical aid tasks.

This safety-sensitive position requires adherence to testing policies and a strong ability to respond quickly to emergencies, perform first aid, and maintain equipment. You will join a team dedicated to protecting lives and property with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Current NFPA 1001 Firefighter I with Hazardous Materials-Operations.
• Current State of TN Advanced EMT certification or ability to obtain reciprocity.
• Physical fitness standards and ability to meet job demands.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fires promptly and safely, utilizing hose and nozzle work and tools as directed.
• Provide first aid and medical assistance within training level and scope.
• Operate and maintain fire and rescue equipment and vehicles.
• Assist in maintenance of apparatus, tools, and supplies in good working condition.
• Remain calm and professional at incident scenes and follow established procedures.
• Contribute as a team member at both emergency and non‑emergency events.
• Complete non-firefighting tasks such as paperwork and timekeeping as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Calm under pressure

Education

NFPA 1001 Firefighter I with HazMat-Operations

TN Advanced EMT certification

Job description

We are hiring a Part-Time Firefighter/A-EMT with a passion for firefighting and a demonstrated commitment to cultivating a positive, collaborative work environment.

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, trains for and participates in duties and related responsibilities for controlling and extinguishing fires; rescuing persons endangered by structural fires; preventing fire by reducing or eliminating potential fire hazards; responding to and providing assistance for medical aid calls, vehicle accidents, and Hazmat incidents.

This is considered a safety sensitive position and is subject to both, the Company’s and the Customer’s Industrial Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy, which includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing and follow-up testing.

Examples of What You Will Do:

• Performs routine Safety Specialist work tasks, such as Hot work permitting, Fresh air permitting, Basic confined space entry permitting and other safety related tasks.
• Responds to fires with their company in a timely, safe and skilled manner, and participates in control of fires through hose and nozzle work, use of hand tools or a combination of these methods.
• Quickly follows established Company procedures when responding to emergencies as well as instructions given at the emergency scene.
• Correctly and promptly uses all relevant apparatus, tools, and equipment.
• Remains calm and poised in all emergency situations and gains rapid control over the problem at hand.
• Administers first aid to injured parties at their appropriate level of training.
• Quickly analyzes situations where life safety is threatened and applies the correct treatment.
• Safely operates vehicles, and equipment as directed.
• Assists in the maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus, tools, and equipment keeping such apparatus, tools, and equipment in good operating and safe condition by competently and efficiently performing maintenance and testing tasks.
• Keeps the company base and related grounds, facilities, and supplies in a clean, orderly, and useable condition.
• Performs routine non-firefighting work tasks, such as working on Company records, timecards and other related paperwork.
• Functions satisfactorily as a team member of a fire company at any emergency or non-emergency scene and willingly accepts their share of the work required.
• Able to meet the physical requirements required to perform firefighting tasks.
• Remains skilled in and properly applies modern fire suppression tactics, methods, and procedures at training drills and emergency Incidents.
• Projects a positive attitude and image to the client as a fire service professional to meet the client’s needs.
• Works effectively in following policies and procedures.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Certifications

• Current NFPA 1001 Firefighter I with Hazardous Materials-Operations.
• Current State of TN Advanced EMT certification or ability to obtain reciprocity.

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Compensation

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