Village Firefighter/EMT - Wainwright

North Slope Borough; Wainwright (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough Fire Department seeks a dedicated trainer and responder to support firefighting, rescue and emergency medical duties. The role involves travel to NSB communities, assisting instructors, and coordinating special training projects.

You will maintain training certifications, manage equipment readiness, and perform related duties as needed. Alaska-specific licensing and timely certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED requirement.
• Ability to obtain Firefighter/EMT Trainee certifications within six months of hire.
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License per NSB criteria.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties as assigned.
• Travel to NSB communities to provide support and training.
• Assist Instructors to ensure training courses are taught as scheduled.
• Assist with coordinating special projects and support the NSB Fire Department Explorer Program.
• Maintain training skills and certifications through ongoing education and training.
• Maintain inventory and readiness of equipment and supplies.
• Operate, clean, inspect and maintain emergency, fire, rescue, medical and lifesaving tools and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Rapport building

Classroom presentation

Public speaking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responds to emergencies and performs duties related to fire suppression, rescue, emergency care during ground ambulance transport; other tasks as appropriate and in accordance with level of training. Assist with departmental training; travel to North Slope communities as needed to provide support and training. This position is a regular member of the North Slope Borough Fire Department and is authorized to act under Alaska Statute 18.70.The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical duties as assigned.
• Travel to and work in other NSB communities to provide support and training
• Assist Department Instructors, as needed, to assure training course is taught according to lesson plan and as scheduled.
• Assist with coordinating special projects as needed and assist as assigned. Assist with the NSB Fire Department Explorer Program as needed.
• Maintain training skills and certification through participation in applicable education opportunities and training as required.
• Maintain inventory, readiness of equipment and supplies.
• Operate, clean and inspect emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life saving tools, equipment and facilities. Maintain certifications and personal records of certification.
• Perform other duties as assignedKnowledge of NSB Fire Department policies and procedures, firefighting and emergency services techniques and procedures, and related safety and legal issues.
• Knowledge of fire ground operations safety.
• Knowledge of pre-hospital practices.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques to present training program.
• Knowledge and ability to use emergency response vehicles, specialized fire department and personal protective equipment and gear, rescue equipment and emergency medical equipment and tools.
• Skill in planning, organizing and scheduling technical training classes.
• Skills in establishing rapport with small and large groups to facilitate effective training opportunities.
• Skill in effectively presenting information in a classroom environment.

High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.

Ability to obtain Firefighter/EMT Trainee required certifications within six months of hire.

Valid Alaska Driver’s License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.