Firefighter Trainee

Upon hire, new employees are appointed provisionally as Firefighter Trainees and will begin the Montgomery Fire Department's (MFD) Recruit School. During Recruit School, Firefighter Trainees must complete the physical and coursework requirements as well as follow all applicable rules and regulations. Firefighter Trainees must adhere to strict rules on physical fitness, dress code and appearance while in school. Appearance includes strict hair and shaving guidelines as set by the Montgomery Fire Academy. Trainees will also assist the department in normal Firefighter duties listed below but will do so under close supervision during their Recruit School training period. Upon completion of all Recruit School requirements, Firefighter Trainees will be appointed to the Firefighter classification and will serve a six (6) month probationary period before becoming permanent employees. All work is performed under the direct supervision of a Station or Training Division Lieutenant or Captain.

WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in Montgomery Fire Department Recruit School programs using MFD manuals, policies and procedures, maps, textbooks, etc. in order to learn general firefighting methods and techniques and meet Recruit School requirements for Firefighter eligibility status. Performs physical fitness requirements for Recruit School to include running up to 5 miles or more, completing 100 or more push-ups, 20 or more pull-ups. Completes coursework required by Recruit School curriculum to include basic firefighting, Emergency Medical Technician courses, and MFD Rules and Regulations. Assists in performing routine Firefighter duties using turnout gear, MFD tools and equipment, and apparatus following MFD Rules and Regulations, supervisory instruction as needed to observe and learn general Firefighting duties, assist the department at emergency scenes when manpower is low. Assists in inspecting and maintaining fire department equipment, apparatus and station quarters and performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned from the supervisor.

Special Requirements: New employees will be required to successfully complete approximately 22 weeks of Montgomery Fire Department Academy Training including completion of Firefighter I/II certification. Must obtain an EMT I State License within six months after becoming a certified Firefighter. Beginning on the date of employment, Firefighters are NOT to smoke tobacco products or use smokeless tobacco at ANY time (on or off duty). Must be available to respond to emergency incidents while off duty when called upon. Must be willing to meet Montgomery Fire Department's residency requirements. Must be willing to work job assignment schedules including 24/48 hours or 0730-1630 hour shifts.

The City of Montgomery provides a comprehensive benefits package consisting of Core benefits—Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Mental Health, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life Insurance, and Deferred Compensation—as well as Voluntary benefits available through Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company. Employees also receive paid annual and sick leave, paid paternal leave, paid holidays, and participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) retirement program.

Requirements: 18 years of age, high school diploma or GED (or passing GPA from SACS accredited college), good moral character with no convictions of misdemeanor or felony involving violence/force/moral turpitude, valid Alabama driver's license, pass Physical Agility Test (CPAT), pass medical exam, meet fire department weight requirements, complete 1-mile run in under 10 minutes, Firefighter I/II certification, EMT I State License within 6 months

Salary: $21.68 Hourly

Application Deadline: Continuous