Responds to all emergency medical service and fire calls as directed. Assesses extent of medical emergency at scene and establishes priority for emergency medical care via radio communications with appropriate physicians. Participates as a member of the emergency response unit... [+] More

Responds to all emergency medical service and fire calls as directed. Assesses extent of medical emergency at scene and establishes priority for emergency medical care via radio communications with appropriate physicians. Participates as a member of the emergency response unit in providing fire suppression and prevention services, medical services, hazardous spill response, and specialized rescue operations.

Assumes responsibility for all phases of patient transportation. Renders BLS/ALS emergency medical stabilization as trained and qualified. Participates in medivac requirements as needed. Prepares all records and reports pertaining to the EMS function. Rescues incapacitated personnel. Assists with testing and servicing emergency rescue equipment. Operates and maintains emergency response vehicles, equipment, and radios. Receives, documents, and dispatches appropriate personnel to all trouble calls and alarms to determine the source. Maintain log of all trouble calls received, action taken, equipment dispatched, etc. May provide standby support for aircraft landing/take offs and hazardous operational standby support. May assist in evaluating and issuing hot work permits. [-] Less

Supervises and... [+] More

Supervises and coordinates activities of company of fire fighters assigned to specific firehouse. Responds to fire alarms and determines from observation nature and extent of fire, condition of building, danger to adjacent buildings, and source of water supply, and directs firefighting crews accordingly. Trains subordinates in use of equipment and methods of extinguishing all types of fires. Evaluates efficiency of personnel. Inspects station house, buildings, grounds, and facilities, and examines firetrucks and equipment, such as ladders and hoses, to ensure compliance with departmental maintenance standards. Inspects commercial establishments in assigned district and reports fire hazards or safety violations to fire inspector. Compiles report of each fire call, listing location, type, probable cause, estimated damage, and disposition. May respond to emergency calls to render first aid. May recommend corrective measures for fire hazards or safety violations to building owners. May conduct fire drills for occupants of buildings. May supervise and coordinate activities of fire companies fighting multiple alarm fire until relieved by superiors. May write and submit proposal for new equipment or modification of existing equipment to superiors. May be designated fire lieutenant in larger organizations. May be designated according to specialty as fire captain, marine; fire lieutenant, marine. [-] Less

Cares for and transports sick or injured patients to medical facility, working as member of emergency medical team. Responds to instructions from emergency medical dispatcher, and drives specially equipped emergency vehicle to specified location. Monitors communication equipment to maintain contact... [+] More

Cares for and transports sick or injured patients to medical facility, working as member of emergency medical team. Responds to instructions from emergency medical dispatcher, and drives specially equipped emergency vehicle to specified location. Monitors communication equipment to maintain contact with dispatcher. Removes or assists in removal of victims from scene of accident or catastrophe. Determines nature and extent of illness or injury, or magnitude of catastrophe, to establish first aid procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance, basing decisions on statements of people involved, examination of victim or victims, and knowledge of emergency medical practice. Administers prescribed first-aid treatment at site of emergency, or in specially equipped vehicle, performing such activities as application of splints, administration of oxygen or intravenous injections, treatment of minor wounds or abrasions, or administration of artificial resuscitation. This position requires certification as an EMT.

Communicates with professional medical personnel at emergency treatment facility to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and to arrange for reception of victims at treatment facility. Assists in transfer of victims to treatment center. Assists treatment center admitting personnel to obtain and record information related to victims' vital statistics and circumstances of emergency. Maintains vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenishes first-aid equipment and supplies. May assist in controlling crowds, protecting valuables, or performing other duties at scene of catastrophe. May assist professional medical personnel in emergency treatment administered at medical facility. [-] Less

Repairs firefighting vehicles, equipment, buildings, and structures

inspects vehicles or equipment to determine condition. Repairs vehicles or equipment, using mechanic's tools, precision testing and measuring equipment, and manuals. Orders replacement parts. Repairs and maintains physical structures, using handtools, power tools, blueprints, and wiring diagrams. Estimates repair costs. Keeps records of repairs and cost.

Combats and suppresses fires, defends life and property, and maintains equipment as volunteer or employee of city, township, or industrial plant. Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Picks hose nozzle, depending on type of fire, and directs stream... [+] More

Combats and suppresses fires, defends life and property, and maintains equipment as volunteer or employee of city, township, or industrial plant. Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Picks hose nozzle, depending on type of fire, and directs stream of water or chemicals onto fire. Positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to assist individuals from burning structures. Creates openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using ax, chisel, crowbar, electric saw, core cutter, and other power equipment. Protects property from water and smoke by use of waterproof salvage covers, smoke ejectors, and deodorants. Administers first aid and artificial respiration to injured persons and those overcome by fire and smoke. Communicates with superior during fire, using portable two-way radio. Inspects buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances. Performs assigned duties in maintaining apparatus, quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds, and hydrants. Participates in drills, demonstrations, and courses in hydraulics, pump operation and maintenance, and firefighting techniques. May fill fire extinguishers in institutions or industrial plants. May issue forms to building owners, listing fire regulation violations to be corrected. May drive and operate firefighting vehicles and equipment. May be assigned duty in marine division of fire department and be designated firefighter, marine. [-] Less

Combats and suppresses fires, defends life and property, and maintains equipment as volunteer or employee of city, township, or industrial plant. Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Picks hose nozzle, depending on type of fire, and directs stream... [+] More

Combats and suppresses fires, defends life and property, and maintains equipment as volunteer or employee of city, township, or industrial plant. Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Picks hose nozzle, depending on type of fire, and directs stream of water or chemicals onto fire. Positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to assist individuals from burning structures. Creates openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using ax, chisel, crowbar, electric saw, core cutter, and other power equipment. Protects property from water and smoke by use of waterproof salvage covers, smoke ejectors, and deodorants. Administers first aid and artificial respiration to injured persons and those overcome by fire and smoke. Communicates with superior during fire, using portable two-way radio. Inspects buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances. Performs assigned duties in maintaining apparatus, quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds, and hydrants. Participates in drills, demonstrations, and courses in hydraulics, pump operation and maintenance, and firefighting techniques. May fill fire extinguishers in institutions or industrial plants. May issue forms to building owners, listing fire regulation violations to be corrected. May drive and operate firefighting vehicles and equipment. May be assigned duty in marine division of fire department and be designated firefighter, marine. [-] Less

Combats, suppresses, or anticipates fires and saves plane crew and passengers in response to actual or potential air-crash emergencies. Drives to scene of crash or to end of runway where distressed craft is expected to land. Sprays chemical foam onto... [+] More

Combats, suppresses, or anticipates fires and saves plane crew and passengers in response to actual or potential air-crash emergencies. Drives to scene of crash or to end of runway where distressed craft is expected to land. Sprays chemical foam onto runway surface to minimize danger of fire and explosion on impact, and water fog or chemical agents onto craft after landing. Participates in removal of trapped or injured crewmembers and passengers, using flame-cutting equipment if necessary to gain entry to damaged craft. Renders first aid to injured. Establishes fire lines to prevent unauthorized persons from entering crash area. May participate in removal or neutralization of explosive ordnance material when military aircraft is involved. May deactivate aircraft electrical power to prevent fires or explosions. [-] Less

Combats, suppresses, or anticipates fires and saves plane crew and passengers in response to actual or potential air-crash emergencies. Drives to scene of crash or to end of runway where distressed craft is expected to land. Sprays chemical foam onto... [+] More

Combats, suppresses, or anticipates fires and saves plane crew and passengers in response to actual or potential air-crash emergencies. Drives to scene of crash or to end of runway where distressed craft is expected to land. Sprays chemical foam onto runway surface to minimize danger of fire and explosion on impact, and water fog or chemical agents onto craft after landing. Participates in removal of trapped or injured crewmembers and passengers, using flame-cutting equipment if necessary to gain entry to damaged craft. Renders first aid to injured. Establishes fire lines to prevent unauthorized persons from entering crash area. May participate in removal or neutralization of explosive ordnance material when military aircraft is involved. May deactivate aircraft electrical power to prevent fires or explosions. [-] Less