Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster management.

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

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

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

Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster management.

Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster management.

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

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

Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in fire fighting and fire prevention and control.