EMT Firefighter Recruit

This position is responsible for protecting lives and property endangered by fires and other

emergency situations. This position also must be able to assist in providing a high level of basic

emergency care to sick and/or injured patients of all ages.

Major Duties:

• Responds to fires; suppresses fires utilizing fire-fighting equipment and rescue techniques

such as nozzle direction, building ventilation, and overhaul.

• Rescues fire and accident victims utilize the appropriate extrication methods and

equipment.

• Administers first aid and Basic Life Support.
• Inspects assigned apparatus and equipment; cleans, repairs, and performs routine

maintenance on same.

• Drives emergency vehicles; establishes fire streams and monitors gauges.
• May serve as incident commander until relieved by a senior officer.
• May serve as Battalion Chief or Shift Captain in his/her absence.
• Performs housekeeping, building maintenance, and grounds keeping duties.
• Participates in and assists with training sessions.
• Flushes and maintains fire hydrants; tests hose and fire pumps.
• Prepares incidents reports, gas and vehicle maintenance logs, and other reports.
• Provides fire prevention information to the public; may assist with the teaching of fire safety

classes.

• Performs fire preplanning.
• Performs all pre-hospital patient care in compliance with the Habersham County

Emergency Services patient care protocols, as approved by the Emergency Services Medical

Director.

• Performs daily inspections of ambulances and on-board supplies and equipment and

restocks after each call.

• Completes the State required Patient Care Report on each call dispatched.
• Drives and controls an ambulance.
• Completes monthly educational requirements and training, including Health Stream.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the department.

Habersham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of

Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association

and the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Act within 6 months of hire.

• Licensure or other Certifications: EMT certification required.
• Current EMT registration in the State of Georgia.
• Current CPR and NIMS compliant.
• Must be BLS and NIMS compliant.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience which provides the

requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

The successful candidate must complete a Reference Check, Background Check, Pre-

Employment Drug Screening and Physical prior to the start of employment.