Firefighter Trainee - Oviedo, United States - City of Oviedo

Description

WORK OBJECTIVE:

• Attain the necessary training and State certifications to perform intermediate protective service work in fire suppression and providing emergency medical treatment including but not limited to medical emergencies, trauma emergencies, and patient transports. This is a training position in which the Firefighter Trainee is required to be enrolled in, and complete, both the Fire Academy and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Programs. At the conclusion of the Academy, the Firefighter Trainee must pass the certification exams for both Fire Standards and EMT. The City of Oviedo will pay for any future costs associated with the Fire Academy/EMT Program. The Firefighter Trainee will be responsible for becoming a certified Firefighter/EMT and completing the Oviedo Fire Department's Firefighter Trainee program and sign a contract for a minimum of a threeyear employment commitment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Regularly attend the Fire Academy/EMT classes and program requirements.

Successfully complete all areas of study while attending the Fire Academy/EMT program.

At the conclusion of the Fire Academy/EMT coursework, successfully pass the State of Florida EMT and Fire Standards Certification Examinations.

Pass the Fire Teams and CPAT Test.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
(Upon completion of the EMT and Fire Academy)
Knowledge of elementary physics, chemistry and mechanics as applied to fire suppression.

Knowledge of emergency medical care to the EMT level.

Knowledge of fire suppression and rescue practices, fire prevention, principles, methods, and practices; local codes related to emergencies; state statutes, city ordinances.

Knowledge of the principles of anatomy, physiology and chemistry in relation to the respiratory and circulatory systems.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of emergency care, including diagnosis, proper treatment and automobile extraction and transportation.

Knowledge of the street system and geography of the City.

Ability to operate medical equipment.

Ability to perform fire suppression and rescue activities.

Ability to perform pre-hospital emergency medical care to the EMT level of certification.

Ability to read and interpret manuals, policies and other documents.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with associates and the general public.

Ability to keep records and prepare reports.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:

• As part of our commitment to a drugfree and tobacco/nicotinefree workplace, each applicant who is successful during the new hire process is offered employment conditioned upon successfully passing a drug and tobacco/nicotine test. Refusal to take a test, or failure to pass the test according to minimum standards, is cause for disqualification.
• For questions please contact the Oviedo Human Resources Department at _

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EOE-M/F/D/V - Drug-Free Workplace /

Tobacco-Free Work Environment

The City of Oviedo values the service veterans and their family members have given to this nation, and we support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

CITY OF OVIEDO FIRE RESCUE

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:

• Oviedo Fire/Rescue is an active Fire Department that participates in numerous community based functions, provides continual training opportunities, and responds to over 5,000 calls per year. Oviedo Fire/Rescue also holds a Class 2 ISO rating. The Department currently operates out of two stations which house three Engine, a tower trucks, two Rescues, one Battalion Chief, and other specialty equipment. Our Engines and Rescues provide advanced life support and our Rescues offer patient transport services. This ensures the best possible care for the citizens and visitors we serve. The City of Oviedo participates in a city/countywide first response program within Seminole County.

_ Our mission is to save lives and protect property by being committed to proactive public safety programs and excellence in operational performance._

AREA INFORMATION:

• Oviedo is a popular family community in eastern Seminole County, Florida. The City is approximately 16 square miles with a population over 40,000. The City is near the University of Central Florida and only a short drive to the many tourist areas.
• Located approximately 10 miles northeast of Orlando, Oviedo has always strived to provide an atmosphere of promoting a sense of community where people can live, work, and play in a safe and friendly environment. For