Industrial Fire & Rescue Paramedic

Division

Aluminum Dynamics

Overview

General Description : Dedicated Paramedic that performs emergency response activities including rescue, driving emergency response vehicles; responsible for response locations and traffic control devices while providing for the safety of other vehicles, pedestrians and fire personnel. Additionally, performs Advanced life support functions as detailed below.

Work Environment : Fire station environment with emergency situations requiring quick response. Work involves considerable physical exertion and potential risk.

Reporting Structure : Reports to Industrial Fire & Rescue Station Manager

Responsibilities

Emergent Medical Operations :

A Paramedic shall :

• Demonstrate the ability to be effective, safe and efficient during fire ground operations in accordance with department training and standard operating guidelines throughout their career.
• Operate as an effective team member and follow the direction of an officer when given. Team operations are an important component of firefighting work. Reliance on each team member is paramount to safe and effective operations.
• Wear safety equipment issued such as Personal Protective Equipment, (PPE), (turn out gear and all associated items) when applicable according to department guidelines.
• Be capable of performing independent tasks when directed without close supervision within the scope of their training.

Emergent EMS Operations :

A Paramedic shall :

Emergency Scene working relations and communications :

A Paramedic shall :

Non-Emergent operations

Operation and Maintenance of Vehicles, Equipment and Stations

A Paramedic shall :

Fitness / Wellness and Appearance

A Paramedic shall :

Working Relations / Communication

A Paramedic shall :

Daily Work Schedule and Duty

A Paramedic shall :

Safety Awareness and Responsibility

A Paramedic shall :

General Physical Capabilities and abilities :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside

weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, except during certain emergency activities when noise may be loud, however precautions and equipment are provided to minimize exposure.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Paramedic Experience Requirements

NOTE : This station will open as a private service business. Following on or about one year of operational service, actions will be pursued to make this a public service station within Lowndes County. If / when the station transitions to a public entity, employment within the station, and the associated compensation and benefits structure, will not be guaranteed for continuance.