Firefighter/EMT

Major Functions

The County of Volusia is seeking Firefighters/EMTs for the Division of Fire Rescue. This position will be responsible for suppressing, extinguishing, and preventing fires; protecting life and property; delivering emergency medical and rescue services, and maintaining division equipment and facilities.

• Includes FLSA Overtime and Base Holiday Incentive

Illustrative Duties

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

• Responds to fire alarms with Fire Company.
• Lays and connects hose and directs water streams.
• Raises and climbs ladders.
• Uses bars, extinguisher, hooks, line and other equipment.
• Makes forcible entry into buildings when necessary.
• Ventilates buildings, opens walls and other structures to effectively fight fires.
• Renders assistance in response to fires and other hazardous locations. Renders pre-hospital care when needed.
• Receives fire alarms by telephone, radio or industrial alarm systems, and other emergency calls.
• Ascertains the nature of the fire or emergency, its location and dispatches necessary personnel and equipment to the scene.
• Performs salvage operations including but not limited to throwing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris.
• Performs overall operations as needed at all fire, rescue and emergency scenes.
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of division facilities.
• Cleans and washes walls and floors.
• Makes minor repairs to facilities and equipment.
• Washes, cleans, repairs, polishes and tests equipment and apparatus.
• Performs tests on pumps, hoses, breathing apparatus and other equipment.
• Is subject to emergency call duty as part of the regular duties whether on or off duty.
• May be assigned duties as acting lieutenant.
• Attends company drills and scheduled in-service training exercises.
• Participates as required in all drills and training sessions involving both practical and classroom applications.
• Keeps current and up to date in all phases of job responsibilities through seminars and college courses, etc.
• Drives and operates fire apparatus including engines, pumpers, tankers, brush trucks, tractors, sedans, and other specialized equipment.
• Monitors the condition of motor and unit during operation and makes necessary adjustment or reports defects.
• Operates extrication and other specialized tools.
• Prepares for pumping operations by seeing that hydrant connections are made. Pumps water to fire at designated pressure.
• Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.
• Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
• May be assigned to other locations based upon operational needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 18 years of age

High School Graduate or GED

CERTIFICATIONS
Must possess, maintain, and attach the following documents: ***If you have your NREMT license or completed fire school, you may apply and test with us.

• State of Florida Certificate of Compliance from the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.
• A valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire
• State of Florida EMT license (If you have your NREMT license you may apply and test with us. You will need your FL EMT license before employment offer.)
• Proof of completion of an approved Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) in accordance with Florida Statutes. (This requirement will be completed in our New Hire Academy)
  

• Must successfully pass physical medical examination including drug screening and physical ability test.
• Must not be excluded from participating as a health care provider in insurance programs including, but not limited to, Medicare and Medicaid prior to and during employment at the County of Volusia.

• It is this organization's policy that individuals hired after October 1, 1989, into special risk positions may not use any form of tobacco at any time, whether on or off duty, as a condition of employment. Candidates must be nicotine-free by the time of physical/drug exam, including free of nicotine-containing products used in tobacco replacement therapies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the street system and geography of the County.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in a para-military command structure.
• Ability to perform prolonged, physical, mental and arduous work under stressful or dangerous conditions, often involving considerable personal risk or risk to others.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of firefighting duties and methods within a reasonable training period.
• Maintain coordination and physical strength sufficient to pass a physical ability test.
• Skilled in mechanical aptitude and ability to learn and operate relatively complex equipment.
• Ability to perform fire suppression duties with skill and safety.
• Knowledge of pre-hospital Basic/Advanced Life Support methods and theories.
• Knowledge of various hazardous materials and proper procedures for identifying hazardous materials situations.
• Ability to utilize sound judgment, courage, decisiveness, quick reaction and remain calm in difficult situations.
• Ability to work as part of a team either as the leader or a team member.
• Ability to read and understand complex materials and equipment pertinent to the job.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and technology including computers.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in stressful situations.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account

HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving (and day after)
• Christmas

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
• Computer Purchase Program
• Direct Deposit Payroll

Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.