Fire Inspector/Firefighter EMT

Job Title: Fire Inspector/Firefighter EMT

Department: Fire

Reports to: Fire Chief

Pay Grade / Salary Range: E / $46,785 - $65,175

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary:

This position is responsible for learning, understanding, and administering inspections to ensure fire code compliance and safe building conditions. This position is responsible for the proper application of fire codes and record maintenance of inspections and related activities. At the request of the Fire Captain’s, or Fire Chief, for investigative purposes can be called to emergencies involving fire, medical and environmental concerns. This position is also responsible for protective service work in fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical care using highly technical, specialized firefighting apparatus and equipment. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions, requiring a high degree of physical strength and endurance, and frequently involves considerable personal hazard. This position requires knowledge of Hydraulic Friction Loss Theory use of Extraction tools. The position has a 40 hr. a week schedule.

The applicant will work as a Fire Inspector during their normal shift. If an emergency should arrive that is need of the aerial to respond, the applicant will respond as the 2nd firefighter for the aerial, meeting the aerial on scene.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

· Performs station duties and apparatus checks per SOGs or as instructed to ensure that all equipment is ready to respond to emergencies.

· Drives, positions, and operates fire apparatus in accordance with principles of hydraulics, deploys and connects hoses, assures proper pump pressure, operates nozzles, and directs water stream at fire emergencies.

· Performs search and rescue operations to prevent injury and loss of life, performs firefighting tasks to isolate and suppress involved areas to prevent loss of property.

· Performs ventilation in burning buildings, salvage operations, and preserves evidence to determine the cause of fire.

· Responds to medical calls and provides initial care for victims until relieved.

· Attends and participates in training and instruction drills.

· Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property.

· Conducts follow up inspections as assigned by the Fire Marshall.

· Inspects residential, licensed care, commercial, and industrial buildings, facilities, and multi-story buildings; to determine and enforce compliance with local and state fire and life safety codes; assesses code violation progress through site visits, certified mail and legal action as needed.

· Inspects new and existing structures and properties for construction, occupancy, fire protection and exposures as required by the fire code.

· Provides technical assistance to the department; interprets policies, procedures, and documents relating to types of chemicals and requirements of disclosure laws.

· Communicates in writing and orally with the public, contractors, vendors, architects, engineers, State Fire Marshall, law enforcement, etc.

· Determines if business emergency plans are required; reviews, evaluates, and processes business emergency plans.

· Researches and interprets the various local, state, and national fire and life safety codes for the public and makes recommendations.

· Writes reports based on field notes; issues Notices of Violation and citations for code violations; initiates prosecution and prepares materials necessary for litigation.

· Investigates fire and life safety complaints received from the public and takes appropriate action. Maintains files, inspection reports and related documents as required by Fire department policies.

· Determines operational readiness of fire suppression systems, fire detection systems, alarm systems and fire extinguishers; tracks field observations and test documentation.

· Develops, produces, coordinates, and maintains hazardous materials data on facilities within the jurisdiction.

· Assists in giving talks, demonstrations, and presentations before community groups, schools, and other organizations and institutions as needed.

Qualifications / Education / Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

· Must be at least 18 years of age or older.

· Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

· Must have a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.

· Five (5) years of experience in firefighting.

· Ability to comprehend and communicate both oral and written instructions.

· Ability to calculate figures and amounts.

· Ability to work effectively with the public, fellow employees, other agencies and departments.

· Ability to exercise independent judgment within the limits of the position and perform a variety of tasks simultaneously or in rapid succession.

· Must have computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations:

· Must have Fire Fighter I and II – IFSAC or Pro Board

· Pump Operations – IFSAC or Pro Board

· Aerial Operations – IFSAC or Pro Board

· Emergency Vehicle Driver Training

· NIMS – ICS (100, 200, 700, 800)

· South Carolina Certified EMT or National Registered EMT

· Must have ICC Fire Inspector I Certification

· Knowledge of District rules and regulations, city and county ordinances, National Fire Protection Association Standards and Standard Fire Prevention code in addition to other federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and standards.

· Knowledge of South Carolina Occupational Health and Safety Administration (SC OSHA) regulations.

Preferred Requirements:

· SCFA 8610: Fire Marshal Rules and Regulations

· Fire plans examiner (required in 2 years from hiring)

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to exert physical force typically involving some combination of sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, crouching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, reaching, feeling, and completing repetitive motions. Ability to lift and or move up to 100 pounds and use of tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, fire, temperature, noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease, and pathogenic substances.

Safety Functions:

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job.

Disclaimer

The job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The duties, skills and requirements outlined in this document represent what is required to perform the essential job functions of this position; however, this document is not to be considered all-inclusive and may be amended at any time at the discretion of the Town Administrator and with the approval of Town Council.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,785.00 - $65,175.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 457(b)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Surfside Beach, SC 29575: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,785 - $65,175