firefighter

Position Title

Firefighter II

Department

FIRE

Division

FIRE

Supervision

Receives direct supervision from the Fire Lieutenant; does not exercise supervision.

Classification

The position is classified by the Stow Municipal Civil Service Commission, is Non‑Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is included in a collective bargaining agreement.

Purpose

Responds in a timely manner to requests for emergency assistance in the saving of life and property as directed by fire department policy or officers in charge.

Essential Functions

• Performs necessary basic and advanced life support on sick, injured, or convalescent persons at the sites of emergencies or en route to hospitals or other medical facilities. Patient care may include, but not be limited to: hemorrhage control and treatment for shock, intravenous therapy, medication administration, electrocardiogram interpretation, manual external defibrillation or synchronized cardioversion, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway maintenance via endotracheal intubation or cricothyroidotomy, and fracture stabilization and pain control.
• Responds to fire alarms, lays and connects hose, holds nozzles and directs water streams, raises and climbs ladders, uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment.
• Records event information including patient condition, patient history, treatments, vital signs, and scene observations.
• Observes established basic and advanced medical protocols.
• Supplies patient information to physicians via radio transmission or direct contact.
• Maintains accurate knowledge of city streets.
• Maintains contact with the department by pager and responds to requests for assistance when available.
• Insures operational readiness of all equipment to which he/she is assigned.
• May operate emergency vehicles en route to emergencies and during patient transport to the hospital. As assigned, drives and operates motor‑driven fire fighting equipment.
• Performs fire extinguishment, ventilation, rescue, salvage and overhaul.
• Participates in regularly scheduled department training.
• Shares in completion of normal department tasks: hose testing, hydrant flushing and maintenance, maintenance performed by vehicle operators, commercial inspection, and fire prevention programs.
• Performs various maintenance tasks on apparatus and equipment.
• Maintains inventories of equipment and supplies.
• Presents a professional image to the public through dress, conduct, and attitude. Arrives for duty property clothed and in good physical and mental condition.
• When assigned to fire prevention, works under the direction of a supervisor, performs inspections and clerical duties as required.
• Maintains living, equipment, and maintenance areas in a clean and proper manner.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete the Firefighter II (240 hr.) course of the fire training school.
• Must possess and maintain State of Ohio EMT‑P (Paramedic) certification.
• Must possess and maintain a State of Ohio Firefighter certification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License throughout the term of employment.
• Must have the ability to learn a wide variety of firefighting and paramedic duties and methods, including the inspection and operation of specialized apparatus, equipment, and tools.
• Must have the ability to work effectively under conditions that are conducive to varying degrees of emotional and physical stress.
• Must have the ability to work in environments of heat, smoke and dust.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and work at considerable heights.
• Must have the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and also in confined spaces.
• Must have the ability to learn thorough knowledge of the operation of all apparatus and equipment and methods used in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires and in rescue work.
• Must possess necessary agility and strength to do prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions.
• Must have the ability to react quickly and remain calm under duress and strain.
• Must have the ability to lift heavy weights – up to 100 lbs.
• Must have the ability to acquire knowledge of the street system and physical layout of the City.
• Must have the ability to crawl on hands and knees for prolonged periods.
• Must have the ability to evaluate patients’ conditions and properly render emergency medical care including administration of emergency medications according to protocol.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with medical directors, superiors, other employees, and the public.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude, use mature judgment, and show emotional stability.
• Must have the ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment under emergency conditions.
• Must have the ability to speak clearly and distin…