Volunteer Firefighter

This job description identifies the requirement and expectations for both Attack and Support Volunteers, generally referred to as Volunteer Firefighter. The Volunteer Firefighter serves the County and communities 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 Elko County Fire Protection District, 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 District and/or assigned Volunteer Department, including station and equipment maintenance. 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, county protocols and standard operating procedures. The work performance of a Volunteer Firefighter is continuously evaluated for general knowledge, skill proficiency, and ability to work as a part of a team. Any deficiencies are corrected through remedial training. The Volunteer Firefighter is a non-compensated position. Volunteers are not normally assigned shifts, but are expected to respond from home or work (as permitted) to District calls. Individuals fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a Volunteer Firefighter will at all times present themselves in a courteous, professional and responsible manner.

Support Firefighter: High school diploma or equivalent, Valid Nevada Drivers License, Valid CPR certification. Attack Firefighter: All minimum qualifications for Support Firefighter, State of Nevada Emergency Medical Responder Certification (or higher), Firefighter I Certification, NWCG Basic Wildland Firefighter. Must successfully complete the following: Criminal history and background check, Physical exam, including respirator clearance fit test, Physical agility test.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, Valid Nevada Driver's License, Valid CPR certification (Support); State of Nevada Emergency Medical Responder Certification or higher, Firefighter I Certification, NWCG Basic Wildland Firefighter (Attack); Criminal history and background check, Physical exam with respirator clearance fit test, Physical agility test

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