FIREFIGHTER / EMT

The City of Kaukauna is seeking candidates for newly added full-time Firefighter/EMT positions. The Firefighter/EMT is responsible for fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire inspection, vehicle and fire station maintenance, hazardous material response, and rescue operations. This position is assigned to work rotating 24-hour shifts and will respond to fire scenes, emergency medical calls, as well as other emergencies. The position reports to the Assistant Fire Chief. The City of Kaukauna provides both Fire and Rescue (EMS) services to Kaukauna and neighboring communities as outlined in the MABAS mutual aid system.
The City of Kaukauna Fire Department is a Full-time Career Department with 21 members, all cross-trained as EMT/Paramedics and Firefighters to our high standards. The Kaukauna Fire Department is committed to providing a safe and healthy community for both citizens and businesses by minimizing fire loss through sound fire prevention efforts, competent suppression techniques, and efficient emergency medical care.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF HIRE

Must be at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or equivalent
Possession of a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Operator’s license
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited Paramedic Technical Diploma or Certificate program. Tuition support is provided for attending an accredited Paramedic license program.

MEDICAL STANDARDS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must have the ability to meet medical standards defined in the most current version of National Fire Protection Association Standard 1582 – Standard of Medical Requirements for Firefighters and Information for Fire Department Physicians and be able to meet the requirements of Wisconsin SPS 330.

Performance of essential tasks associated with responding to fire alarms and other calls for assistance requires, under emergency conditions:

• Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 50-100 pounds unassisted and larger objects with assistance.
• Capacities to position, raise, climb, and work from ladders.
• Ability to use various hand tools and powered equipment requiring a moderate to high degree of physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to pull and advance empty and water filled firefighting hose lines of various sizes.
• Capacity to work in full protective firefighting equipment.

• Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 50-100 pounds unassisted and larger objects with assistance.
• Capacities to position, raise, climb, and work from ladders.
• Ability to use various hand tools and powered equipment requiring a moderate to high degree of physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to pull and advance empty and water filled firefighting hose lines of various sizes.
• Capacity to work in full protective firefighting equipment