Reserve Firefighter/EMT

Respond to emergency calls to provide fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical assistance to the public. Conduct fire prevention inspections; Perform general maintenance on fire apparatus, equipment, and facilities; Engage in fire code enforcement and public education.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public.

Operate all types of fire operation and rescue equipment including portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, ventilation equipment, salvage covers, forcible entry tools, aerial ladder equipment, and emergency medical equipment.

Operate all types of BLS emergency medical equipment utilized by Mesquite Fire & Rescue Department.

Respond to fire alarms with assigned company; lay and connect hose; maintain pumping apparatus hold nozzles and direct water streams; raise & climb ladders; ventilate burning structures; enter buildings to evacuate occupants.

Respond to emergency medical incidents; analyze patient needs and administer emergency medical care until relieved by proper medical personnel. Transports sick and injured individuals from incident scene to the appropriate hospital when deemed medically necessary and provides appropriate medical care during transport.

Preserve evidence at fire scenes.

Participate in fire station maintenance and housekeeping.

Perform search and rescue of individuals in hazardous environments including collapsed buildings, auto accidents, hazardous material spills, and confined spaces.

Attend special instruction in firefighting and emergency medical techniques; perform drills with other staff; become familiar with city layout, established response routes and hydrant system.

Participate in school drills, provide public information on fire prevention, first aid, CPR and career opportunities.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Protect Confidential information by preventing unauthorized release, both verbal and/or writing.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work in emergency medical situations, including vehicle accidents and other types of medical and rescue emergencies; work in intense life-threatening conditions; exposure to fire, smoke, bodily fluids, heights and noise. Essential functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for running, walking, crawling, climbing, stooping, and heavy lifting while wearing protective equipment; work in inclement weather conditions. Must be able to work any shift or days of the week. Regular and timely attendance is required.

JOB HAZARDS/RISK FACTORS

Employees risk physical hazard from bio-hazards such as blood borne pathogen, drug paraphernalia, fire, smoke adverse weather conditions, working with and around heavy equipment, power tools, hand tools, heavy lifting, and other hazardous materials.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years old. Must be willing to serve a minimum of 48 hours per month and attend mandatory training as determined by the department. Position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to drug testing. Prospective candidates for employment must pass the department's physical agility test within 3 months of hire or provide a current Candidate Physical Agility (CPAT©) card. Candidates will also be required to submit to an extensive background investigation, and must pass a post-job comprehensive medical examination and a drug screen.

Requirements: EMT certification

Salary: $16.80 Hourly

Application Deadline: Continuous