Firefighter/Paramedic

A Firefighter/Paramedic is responsible for the technical work in combating and preventing fires. To protect the lives and property of our citizens, visitors, and firefighters.

Works under the general supervision of a superior officer in conformance with departmental rules and regulations. Performs responsible duties based on clearly prescribed standard practices, but may on occasion be required to exercise judgement in the choice of action within limits defined by standard practices and precedents; Errors could endanger person and property, cause adverse public relations, and have legal repercussions; Makes periodic contact with the general public and public officials; Performs duties demanding considerable physical effort under field conditions with variable weather conditions and exposure to personal danger; Has access to limited amount of confidential information.

ESS ENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responds to fire alarms with assigned company; Performs firefighting activities utilizing fire hose, heavy stream applicators, ladders and extinguishers; Ventilates burning buildings to evacuate persons in danger; Performs salvage operations such as laying salvage covers, sweeping and pumping water, and removing debris; Administers first aid and resuscitation; Performs emergency rescue and extrication duties in accidents involving elevators, motor vehicles and similar equipment; Performs minor maintenance repairs as required; Attends training classes in firefighting, paramedicine, and related subjects; Carries raises and takes down ground ladders ranging from 12 to 55 feet; operates aerial ladders; Lays, charges and operates a hose (line); collects, folds and re-loads hose on engine; Carries and throws tarps; operates portable pumps, saws; breeches wall, moved or removes furniture, obstacles; Climbs stair and ladders carrying equipment such as forcible entry and room fire equipment, protective gear, and uncharged hose lines with nozzles; Wears a respirator (SCBA) in order to safely perform firefighting operations, or perform rescues in conditions where smoke or gases may be present; duties may require a Firefighter to wear an SCBA thirty (30) minutes to several hours at one time; Cuts or creates openings in structures to ventilate smoke/gases using power saw, axe or other tools; Searches premises and rescues (and removes) victims by carrying them down stairs or ladders; administers first aid to victims (includes starting IVs, placing victim on backboard administering cardiac care); Sizes up a motor vehicle accident scene; operates extraction tools such as hydraulic jaws, ram and cutters; dismantles vehicles to safely extricate victims; Performs equipment checks; pulls equipment out of compartments for cleaning and maintenance; washes engines, trucks; Performs household duties at fire station such as sweeping, mopping, power washing; Inspects business/industrial locations for compliance with fire codes; Educates the public on fire safety issues and rules.

SCHEDULE: Work Only 8 Days Per Month with Modified Kelly Schedule: One 24-hour shift (0800-0800) 48 consecutive hours off One 24-hour shift (0800-0800) 96 consecutive hours off Repeat

BENEFITS: Pension through Bristol County Retirement Vested after just 10 years Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave Educational incentives and specialty stipends Professional development and advancement opportunities Serve in a modern, progressive department committed to training and excellence

Requirements: Paramedic certification required