Firefighter/AEMT/Paramedic- FT

APPLICANTS MUST HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED OR CURRENTLY BE ENROLLED IN AN APPROVED BASIC FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT ACADEMY THAT MEETS THE STANDARDS OF NFPA 1001.

(COMPLETED WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF HIRE DATE) Nature of Work This is responsible public safety work that requires emergency response skills involving the rapid response to commercial and residential fires and other public emergencies occurring in Pigeon Forge and surrounding area.

Activities associated with the job include maintaining a constant state of readiness in the event of fires, natural disasters and/or emergency situations, responding when necessary to such events and ensuring the proper maintenance and operation of all emergency response vehicles and equipment.

Additional activities include continuous training in emergency response practices and protocols, maintaining hydrants and other fire fighting equipment located in the community and participating in public education and safety awareness activities.

Job responsibilities require basic and advanced training in fire fighting techniques, rescue practices, and pre-hospital emergency care, sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in all types of weather conditions (while wearing personal protective equipment and SCBA), excellent interpersonal and decision making skills and the ability to maintain a constant state of readiness and respond quickly to emergency situations.

Job performance is reviewed by the Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Training Officer, Deputy Fire Chief in consultation with the Fire Chief through review of fire fighting and emergency response capabilities, decision-making skills, physical capacity to perform job-related duties and ability to interact effectively with co-workers, individuals in distress and the public.

Illustrative Examples of Work Maintains a constant state of readiness and responds immediately to emergency situations, residential and/or commercial fires and natural/man-made disasters.Ensures that all fire fighting and emergency equipment is properly maintained and stored.Maintains fire hydrants located throughout the city and ensures that they are in proper working order.Cleans and maintains the fire station including the surrounding property where assigned.Participates in regularly scheduled medical and emergency response training sessions to maintain certifications and learn about new emergency response tactics and fire fighting equipment.Responds to commercial and/or residential fires, emergency situations and natural/man-made disasters as quickly as possible, assesses the situation and takes appropriate action to alleviate the emergency, rescue individuals in danger and prevent further loss of life and property.Assists with securing the scene following fires, emergency situations and natural disasters and takes appropriate action to prevent re-kindling of fires.Assists in administering pre-hospital emergency care to individuals in distress until the appr...