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Alcoa Tennessee - Firefighter 03 January 2024 ( news )
Alcoa , state Tennessee ( By Press Release office)
Jan 03,2024
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Firefighter
Closes On: February 2 , 2024 at 04:30 PM EST
Department:
Fire
Job Status:
Full - Time
Shift:
7:45 AM - 7:45 AM
Days:
Sun . , Mon . , Tue . , Wed . , Thu . , Fri . , Sat .
Rate of Pay:
$39 , 903 . 25 - $63 , 791 . 36
Definition of Class
Our Firefighters operate out of three stations and serve an area of 15 square miles that includes over 10 , 000 residences and 800 businesses . The department provides fire suppression , emergency medical services , technical rescue , and hazardous materials mitigation to the City of Alcoa community . The department uses some of the most up - to - date technology and actively supports the community through public fire education , fire prevention , and emergency response . Please click on the link
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This posting is for purposes of establishing a pool of applicants that will be used for future openings for a Firefighter . This is for entry level , general duty firefighting and rescue work in combating , extinguishing , and preventing fires , emergency medical for the protection of life and property . Firefighting and rescue activities are performed under close supervision and in accordance with well - defined procedures . A substantial amount of duty time is directed toward inspecting and maintaining equipment , performing supervised training , and maintaining quarters . Must be able to work 24 hour shifts . Assignments and work performed are received from departmental superiors in both firefighting and maintenance duties . This is a safety - sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing .
Essential Duties Performed
ESSENTIAL DUTIES PERFORMED
• Responds to emergency alarms;
• Forces entry of premises for firefighting , rescue and salvage operations;
• Performs firefighting activities that may include driving fire apparatus , operating pumps and related equipment , laying hose , and performing fire combat , containment and extinguishment tasks;
• Participates in fire drills , attends classes in firefighting , emergency medical , hazardous materials , and related subjects;
• Participates in the inspection of buildings , hydrants , and other structures in fire prevention programs;
• Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness , hazardous communications , training programs , firefighting , hazardous materials , and emergency aid activities;
• As a Medical First Responder , responsibilities may include: gaining access to patients; providing appropriate and necessary care to incumbents level of training and transferring patient ' s care to more highly trained personnel;
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property , makes minute repairs , and otherwise maintains quarters;
• Must possess and maintain physical strength and ability free of physical defects as determined reasonable in order to allow the effective execution of job responsibilities;
• Interacts in a professional and respectful manner with all employee’s and public;
• Must successfully complete annual physical ability test;
• Responds to off - duty alarms when requested;
• Demonstrates reliable attendance - must report to work as scheduled and on time .
OTHER DUTIES PERFORMED
• Participates in fire drills and attends training classes in firefighting , hazardous materials , first - aid , and related subjects;
• Performs general maintenance work in the up - keep of fire department property , cleans and washes walls and floors , makes minor repairs , washes and dries hose , paints , and otherwise maintains quarters;
• Responsible for maintenance and cleaning of equipment;
• Performs general maintenance on fire hydrants; trims weeds , paints , performs flow tests;
• May perform minor mechanical duties;
• Performs related work as assigned;
• Serves as a member of various employee teams;
Minimum Education Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• Graduation from a standard four ( 4 ) year high school or equivalent and at least eighteen ( 18 ) years old;
• Ability to successfully complete the State ' s firefighter and A - EMT and HMTO certification program in given time frame as outlined:
1 . Firefighter I Certification between the first and second year of employment;
2 . Firefighter II Certification between the second and third year of employment;
3 . Must meet State of Tennessee requirements as a certified Advanced Emergency Medical Technician ( A - EMT ) within three ( 3 ) years of employment; Paramedic will satisfy this requirement;
4 . Must complete TEMA Hazardous Materials Technician Certification Program within five ( 5 ) years of employment;
• Must maintain all required certifications;
Knowledge , Skills and Abilities
Knowledge , Skills and Abilities -
• Considerable knowledge of the street system and physical layout of Alcoa;
• Ability to learn firefighting methods , fire command , hazardous material and fire prevention techniques;
• Ability to learn equipment operation and maintenance;
• Ability to learn ladder usage;
• Ability to learn salvage and overhaul operations;
• Ability to learn firefighting safety practices;
• Ability to learn First responder emergency medical procedures;
• Ability to learn departmental rules and regulations;
• Working ability of the proper operating procedures for fire department pumpers and aerial ladders;
• Working ability to operate pump and related equipment in accordance with instructions from the superior officer;
• Ability to drive fire apparatus safely and efficiently , while maintaining due regard to the safety of others;
• Physical strength and ability and freedom from serious defects as indicated by a physical examination;
• Ability to act effectively in emergency and stressful situations;
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees , other agencies , and the general public .
• Ability to effectively operate various information technology equipment;
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