What are the responsibilities and job description for the Uncertified Firefighter position at City of Simpsonville?
The following duties are typical 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 and preparation for emergency response: checks and maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire vehicles and in fire station; reloads equipment and apparatus following response to emergency calls; assists in preparing apparatus for subsequent emergencies and in testing personal equipment, hoses and pumps, and other tools and apparatus; and ensures the emergency medical service equipment is properly stocked and operational.
Operates, utilizes, and maintains various specialized firefighting equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments, such as personal protective and safety equipment, extrication equipment, emergency medical equipment and supplies, fire suppression equipment, technical rescue and hazmat equipment, and other tools and equipment. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, buildings, quarters, apparatus, equipment, and tools in operable condition: inspects and tests equipment; replaces fluids and greases equipment; replaces parts; washes and cleans equipment, cleans quarters, and performs grounds maintenance; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment for necessary maintenance work. 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. Processes various documentation related to department or division operations within designated timeframes and according to established procedures: prepares, completes, receives, reviews, processes, forwards, or retains, as appropriate, a variety of forms, reports, correspondence, incident reports, maintenance logs, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, the public, law enforcement, outside agencies and organizations, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
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 and preparation for emergency response: checks and maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire vehicles and in fire station; reloads equipment and apparatus following response to emergency calls; assists in preparing apparatus for subsequent emergencies and in testing personal equipment, hoses and pumps, and other tools and apparatus; and ensures the emergency medical service equipment is properly stocked and operational.
Operates, utilizes, and maintains various specialized firefighting equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies to complete work assignments, such as personal protective and safety equipment, extrication equipment, emergency medical equipment and supplies, fire suppression equipment, technical rescue and hazmat equipment, and other tools and equipment. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, buildings, quarters, apparatus, equipment, and tools in operable condition: inspects and tests equipment; replaces fluids and greases equipment; replaces parts; washes and cleans equipment, cleans quarters, and performs grounds maintenance; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment for necessary maintenance work. 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. Processes various documentation related to department or division operations within designated timeframes and according to established procedures: prepares, completes, receives, reviews, processes, forwards, or retains, as appropriate, a variety of forms, reports, correspondence, incident reports, maintenance logs, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, the public, law enforcement, outside agencies and organizations, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.