firefighter/emt - Napaskiak, AK , USA, United States - City of Bethel, AK

Description

Firefighter/EMT


Date Posted:
Thursday, November 2, 2023


Department:
Fire Department


Compensation:
PS2 Step A, $52,373 ($25.18 per hour) + DOQ


Hours:
Kelly Shift + on-call


Deadline:
Open until filled


Position Objectives:
Performs customary duties related to fire protection, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, and emergency management. Serves as the principal hands-on labor in providing department emergency and non-emergency services to the community.


Duties and Responsibilities:
Responds to fire incidents and conducts tasks including fire suppression, ventilation, salvage, and forcible

entry;

Responds to emergency medical incidents and serves as a member of the medical team;

Drives and operates fire apparatus, ambulances, and utility vehicles;

Responds to water/ice rescue emergencies and serves as a member of the rescue team;

Serves as Incident Commander until relieved;

Inspects and performs routine maintenance of all fire equipment and tools;

Inspects, cleans, and maintains department facilities and equipment;

Coordinates incident scene safety and security with other law enforcement entities;

Participates in fire and life safety inspections in accordance with Alaska State Fire Code;

Responds to hazardous material incidents and assists in the identification, mitigation, and containment of

hazardous material spills;

Drafts pre-fire plans for review by Department administration;

Follows and enforces all City and Department policies and operating procedures and applicable federal

and state laws.


Other Responsibilities:

• Performs administrative tasks in support of Department administration;
• Instructs fire prevention classes to youth and adults from prepared lesson plans;
• Participates in required training and maintains professional certifications as required by the Department.

Minimum Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of fire-fighting equipment, methods, and techniques;

Working knowledge of fire behavior, fire chemistry, and suppression agents;

Working knowledge of the Alaska State Fire Code (preferred) or Uniform Fire Code;

Basic knowledge of mechanical skills required to perform minor or preventive maintenance on

Department vehicles;

Demonstrable skills in using firefighting and rescue techniques, equipment and tools effectively;

Demonstrable skills in using rescue techniques;

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public;

Ability to pass a physical agility test, self-contained breathing apparatus and N-95 mask fit test; and

receive medical clearance by the department physician.


Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Alaska Firefighter certification (or the equivalent) preferred;
• Alaska EMT certification (or the equivalent) preferred;
• Valid Alaska Driver's License.

Desirable Training and Experience:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent;
• Experience in structural fire fighting preferred;
• EMS/ALS Experience preferred.

Benefits:

City of Bethel employee benefits include:
Health insurance (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits) for you and qualifying family members. Eligibility begins the first of the month following thirty (30) consecutive days of employment.

Life insurance, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance. Eligibility begins the first of the month following thirty (30) consecutive days of employment.

Retirement:
Alaska Public Employees Retirement System Plan (PERS). Eligibility begins the first day of hire.

Voluntary participation in a City-sponsored deferred compensation plan. Eligibility begins the first day of hire.

Generous paid time away from work including paid holidays, a floating vacation day, and accrual of annual leave.

Utility Benefit:
You may qualify for a reduced rate for water, sewer, and garbage services.


More Information:
Director Human Resources

300 State Highway

P.O. Box 1388, Bethel, AK 99559

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