Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

Perform various fire fighting activities to protect life, property and environment; participate in prevention programs including public and home safety education and fire safety inspections of commercial properties; respond to a variety of emergency calls including emergency medical response, fire suppression, traffic collisions, hazardous materials incidents, building collapses, wildland fires, technical rescue and extrication; operate a variety of fire suppression and life-saving equipment; respond to non-emergency calls including welfare inquiries, public assistance, special events, and activity standby; perform station and equipment inspections and maintenance; and perform a variety of other duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt, Safety Sensitive.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned Fire Captain or higher level staff.

PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1.  Respond to fire and emergency alarms; perform all phases of fire suppression work including but not limited to: interior fire suppression, interior search and rescue, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, securing utilities, exterior fire suppression, exposure protection, hose line operations, master stream operations, special equipment operations and preservation of evidence.

2.  Respond to emergency and non-emergency medical calls; perform emergency medical interventions within guidelines of certification and assist paramedics as needed during medical calls; transport patients to hospital as needed; write medical response reports as needed.

3.  Assist in the investigation of fire scenes to determine causes; preserve evidence and provide observations to investigators; assist investigators with physical investigation as assigned.

4.  Prepare, submit and maintain reports on fire suppression and EMS activities, incidents­, accidents and other related information.

5.  Perform fire station maintenance; maintain station living quarters in a clean and orderly condition through routine clean-up procedures; identify deficiencies in equipment and quarters; correct deficiencies when possible or report to station officer.

6.  Operate, inspect and maintain emergency response equipment and vehicles; perform minor repairs on equipment and vehicles or report deficiencies to proper staff for other disposition; order necessary supplies.

7.  Participate in drills, training exercises classes and activities including but not limited to those related to fire fighting, emergency medical service, technical rescue, extrication, physical fitness and other related areas.

8.  Serve as a member of a special emergency operations team including hazardous materials response, confined space rescue and technical rescue; obtain and maintain necessary certifications and skill level necessary to respond.

Primary Functions:

9.  Maintain skill levels, new equipment and procedure familiarization, and certifications which are relevant and/or required for assigned responsibilities.

10.  Participate in public relations, fire/safety education activities, and fire prevention activities including station tours, fire safety/fire suppression education away from the station, school education programs, group activities, fire drills, courtesy walk through visits, and phone inquiries.

11.  Perform fire prevention inspections of commercial occupancies through departmental inspection program; identify fire and life safety hazards; provide suggestions for correction; schedule re-inspections for verification of correction; submit reports as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.

Ability to:

Learn principles and practices of modern fire suppression and prevention.

Learn procedures and equipment used in modern fire fighting and emergency medical response.

Learn operation, use and maintenance of pump engines, fire apparatus and other fire equipment.

Learn basic principles of emergency medical service provision, first aid and life support.

Learn methods and techniques of handling hazardous materials.

Learn pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Learn geography and street layout of the City and surrounding area.

Learn methods and techniques of public relations and instruction related to fire suppression and prevention.

Learn, observe and follow safe fire fighting and work practices.

Deal effectively with upset or emotional persons or patients.

Think and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.

As assigned, drive a fire truck or ambulance safely in varying traffic and weather conditions.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.

Prepare a variety of technical and operational reports.

Work varied shifts, on weekends or during holidays.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Speak, read, comprehend, and write the English language fluently.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

 Experience:

 Some fire fighting experience is desirable.

 Training:

 Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by the ability to complete specialized training in fire science.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Colorado driver's license.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Emergency Medical Technician B certificate.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid CPR certificate.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Firefighter II certificate.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Hazardous Materials Operation certificate.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid Driver Operator Utility license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

The job is performed in the following working environment:

Field environment.

The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:

Physical Conditions:

The job is characterized by:

The following activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to balance, sit, walk, twist, demonstrate manual dexterity, grasp, talk, hear, and see. The employee occasionally is required to run, push, pull, stoop, stand, reach, kneel, crouch, climb, crawl, and perform light and heavy lifting. The employee will be exposed to smoke, heat and varying weather conditions that may be hot, cold or wet. The employee is required to stay calm during stressful and possibly life-threatening situations.