Volunteer Fire Fighter

This job description identifies the requirements and expectations for both Combat and Support Volunteers, generally referred to as Volunteer Firefighters. The Volunteer Firefighter serves the community by responding to a wide variety of situations, ranging from emergencies that immediately threaten life or property to routine citizen requests for information or assistance. They perform within the scope and policies and procedures of the Indian Harbour Beach Fire Department and they perform their duties in the following general categories: fire suppression, emergency medical aid or rescue, hazardous material responses, training, public education, and other activities associated with the fire department, including station and equipment maintenance.

Combat Volunteer Firefighter: An individual who holds a current and valid Volunteer Certificate of Completion (Firefighter I) issued by the Division of State Fire Marshal under s. 633.408 Florida Statutes, is not medically restricted and considered "fit for the rigors of firefighting duty." Combat personnel are trained to minimum standards and allowed to operate in the "hot zone" or area that is considered Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) where serious threat of harm exists.

Support Services Volunteer: An individual who does not hold a current and valid Volunteer Certificate of Completion (Firefighter I) issued by the Division of State Fire Marshal under s. 633.408 Florida Statutes, or is medically restricted and considered "unfit for the rigors of firefighting duty." Support personnel may not operate within the "hot zone" or IDLH environment.

This is a volunteer, non-compensated entry level position under the general supervision of a Fire Lieutenant and is expected to function effectively as part of a trained team of professionals. Members are expected to perform their duties under adverse conditions and physical conditions that may pose a high risk of personal injury or exposure to hazardous conditions and infectious diseases. Duties are performed in accordance with standard instructions and a well-defined routine under the immediate supervision of ranking officer. Work is reviewed frequently through observation. The Volunteer Firefighter is required to attend regularly scheduled training in order to maintain the level of knowledge, skill, and ability necessary to function safely and effectively as a firefighter in accordance with state law, city protocols, and standard operating procedures.

Duties include: responding to fire and emergency medical calls; evaluating situation and administering medical treatment; laying hose lines and directing fire streams to extinguish and contain fires; raising and climbing ladders to perform search and rescue procedures; ventilation of burning structures; cleaning and maintaining fire station facilities and equipment; operating emergency radios; participating in use and maintenance of firefighting and emergency medical equipment; participating in drills, classes and training; record keeping and report preparation; operating firefighting equipment and tools; and conducting non-emergency readiness inspections, pre-fire planning, and public relations activities.

Work environment includes frequent exposure to extreme heat or cold, poor visibility, flames, smoke, wet or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, contagious and infectious diseases, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and work with explosives. Working time requires irregular hours and shift times. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Requirements: 18 years of age, high school graduate or GED, valid Florida Class E driver's license, satisfactory driving record, current State of Florida Firefighter I or Firefighter II Certificate preferred, knowledge of firefighting principles and practices, ability to perform difficult and dangerous work under emergency hazardous conditions, ability to work as part of a team, tobacco free for at least one year prior to initial employment, pass pre-acceptance requirements including application, background check, drug testing, and medical physical, reside within reasonable service area designated by Fire Chief, attend minimum trainings and respond to minimum incidents as determined by Fire Chief

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