P/T Firefighter at County of Oconee
Westminster, South Carolina, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Apr, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

09 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Emergency Medical Skills, Structural Firefighting Skills, Wildland Firefighting Skills, Special Rescue Skills, Public Relations Skills, Basic Computer Skills, Effective Communication

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description
Description P/T Shift Firefighter and P/T As Needed Firefighter positions Hourly rate is $15.00/hr Must have high school diploma or GED Must possess a valid driver's license Must be 18 years of age or older Must possess 1152 Basic Firefighter or equivalent training GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to perform work that conserves properties, stabilizes incidents, and provides emergency medical assistance. The Firefighter responds to alarms, drives and operates equipment related to the suppression of fires and rescues, provides emergency medical assistance, and provides various services for non-emergency callers. Coordinate business inspections, provide equipment maintenance, and provide specialized training. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Respond to medical calls. Work to ensure property conservation. Compose and maintain reports. Participate in Wildland Search and Rescue. Work to suppress fires. Participate in special rescues. Assist in Wildland firefighting. Work safely with hazardous materials. Provide education to the Public. Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. Additional duties include: N/A Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Knowledge of basic policies and procedures Basic computer and typing skills Emergency Medical skills Structural Firefighting skills Wildland Firefighting skills Special Rescue skills Good Public relations skills EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The educational requirement for this position is: Completion of high school/GED. Education may be substituted for experience. Related-experience required: 1 year. Experience may be substituted for education. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include: Medical: CPR/AED, Emergency Medical First Responder IFSAC/ProBoard Accredited: Fire Fighter I Driver/Operator: Emergency Vehicle Driver Training FEMA Independent Study Courses: IS-100 (Introduction to Incident Command System), IS-200 (ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents), IS-700 (NIMS, An Introduction), and IS-800 (National Response Framework, An Introduction) Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include: Medical: Emergency Medical Technician (Basic, Advanced, or Paramedic) IFSAC/ProBoard Accredited: Fire Fighter II, Fire Instructor I Driver/Operator: Pump Operations I Hazardous Materials: Hazardous Materials Technician Rescue: Rope Rescue Operations, Swiftwater Rescue Technician I, Confined Space Rescue, Trench Rescue, Advanced Open Water Diver Wildland: S-190 (Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior), S-130 (Wildland Firefighter Training) ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical Requirements: The physical activities required for this position involve: Standing: up to 2/3 of the time; walking: up to 2/3 of the time; sitting: under 1/3 of the time; using hands: over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: over 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: up to 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: up to 2/3 of the time; and, tasting or smelling: under 1/3 of the time. This position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: over 2/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: over 2/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: over 2/3 of the time; up to 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; and, more than 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time. This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain and maintain an Oconee County Level 1 Firefighter Clearance.Vision Requirements: This position has the following special vision requirements: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point) Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus) ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS: The following physical conditions and hazards may be encountered while working in this position: Indoor environment Outdoor environment Noise Odors Extreme temperatures Vibration Moisture and/or humidity Dust Fumes Gases Poor ventilation Electrical hazards Mechanical hazards Chemical hazards Explosive hazards
Responsibilities
The Firefighter responds to alarms, drives and operates equipment related to fire suppression and rescues, and provides emergency medical assistance. Additional duties include coordinating business inspections and providing specialized training.
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