Firefighter/EMT - Glynn County Fire Rescue

Essential Job Functions: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. This classification is part of the broad-band compensation plan. Duties listed may not be performed by all incumbents, and level may be assigned in accordance with the skills and proficiencies demonstrated by the incumbent. · Responds to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, motor vehicle accidents and other emergency situations. · Maintains a state of readiness for emergency response. · Maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire vehicles, emergency squads and in fire stations. · Provides protection of life and property. Suppresses, controls and extinguishes fires. · Performs search, rescue, extrication of victims and forcible entries. · Performs cleanup activities. · Drives, operates and monitors a variety of fire and emergency vehicles and emergency medical equipment. · Administers first aid, artificial respiration, life support or other medical care according to level of certification. · Inspects buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances. · Prepares and completes various forms and reports. · Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: · Minimum of 18 years of age · Meet the requirements of Georgia Fire Laws and Regulations Annotated section 25-4-8 as listed below: · High school diploma or GED · Pass a post offer of employment Criminal History back ground check (No felony convictions within the past 10 years) · Pass a post offer of employment physical exam · Successfully complete a physical evaluation battery (PEB) based on NFPA 1582 standards · Pass a post offer of employment drug/alcohol screening · Possess a valid class A or Class B drivers license · Must have one year of service with a comparable full service fire department · Must have successfully completed the NPQ Firefighter I Certification written and practical testing conducted by the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council and the Georgia Fire Academy · Must have successfully completed Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate medical training as outlined by the Georgia Department of Human Resources (EMS Division) · Meet guidelines established in NFPA 1001 Firefighter Professional Qualifications, Chapter 4 Work schedule is 56 hours per week which may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Non-certified Firefighter new hire pay will be reduced by 5% until certification is obtained.