What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter position at Madison County Fiscal Court?
Department:
Fire
Starting Salary:
$11/ hour (annual salary $41,370)
Position Summary:
Position Summary: Will perform firefighting and rescue duties as stated. Essential Duties, including but not limited to: • tShall perform firefighting, fire prevention and operation duties and does related work as required by the fire chief and/or his/her direct supervisor. • tWill respond to fire alarms, in full firefighting gear, lays out and connects hoses, nozzles and directs water streams. • tRaises and climbs ladders, uses chemical extinguisher, bars, hooks and lines and other equipment. • tRemoves persons from danger, administer first-aid and performs salvage operations such as salvage throws, sweeping waters and removing debris. • tCheck and inspect apparatus and all tools and equipment on apparatus daily. • tParticipates in fire drills and all classes and training on related subjects. • tPerforms general maintenance and upkeep of fire department property and equipment. • tConducts station maintenance such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, emptying trash etc. • tMust work in a safe manner, follow county wide safety policy and practices. • tThe Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. • tAcquires and retains a thorough knowledge of the county, including streets, buildings, water supply, unusual hazards and related items. • tShall do anything else that is deemed necessary by their officer. • tShall get Kentucky Fire Commission 400hour certification within 1 year of hire date and maintain 100 hours of fire training a year thereafter.
Salary : $41,370