Firefighter

The purpose of this classification is to perform firefighting and life rescue duties. Responsibilities include administering appropriate emergency medical treatment to victims of accidents and other life-threatening situations; maintaining firefighting vehicles and equipment, assigned fire station, and emergency medical vehicles and equipment; and participating in training and certification programs.

Examples Of Duties

• 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: may serve as a driver and/or pumper operator; responds to instructions from dispatcher; contacts appropriate related agencies as needed; connects fire hoses to hydrants and lays hose from the fire engine to the fire scene; performs basic firefighting duties by operating fire apparatus and equipment.