Fire Apparatus Engineer/EMT

Company: City of Alliance
Location: Alliance
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Full Time Fire Apparatus Engineer/EMTSalary: $16.23 - $20.95 per hour DOQClosing Date: November 24, 2021 About the Position:First responders are integral to the safety of ourcommunity. Selected candidate will protect life andproperty by performing firefighting, emergency aid,hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties. Willwork cooperatively with other first responders includinglaw enforcement, medical personnel, volunteerfirefighters and new recruits. Location and Hours: This position is located at the Alliance Fire Department at 315 Cheyenne Ave. Firefighters work 24 hour shifts to provide round the clock coverage, for an average of 10 shifts per month.This position is full-time, and includes vacation, sick leave accrual, holiday pay, medical/dental/vision, life insurance and participation in a matching retirement plan. In this Position, you Will:Perform firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipmentPerform emergency aid activities including administering first aid and other assistance as requiredReceives and relays fire calls, operates radio and other communication equipment. Need to Have:Graduation from a high school or GED equivalentTwo (2) years active service as Firefighter/EMT. Volunteer service will be considered if applicable. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Working knowledge of driver safety and first aid; Ability to learn operation of fire suppression and other emergency equipment. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:Must be at least 21 years of ageUS citizenPossess valid State Driver's License or able toobtain upon hire.No felony convictions.Read and write English language.Possess Basic EMT certificate or higher and/orEMT License.Ability to complete Advanced EMT within oneyear of hire.Successfully pass testing including Firefighterexam, background check, physical fitness testAbility to work rotating shifts
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