Senior Firefighter - FF2

Firefighter

Perform protective service work in driving fire apparatus, operation of pumps, fire suppression, medical first aid, and rescue operations.

Essential Job Duties

• Respond and drive fire apparatus to fire alarms and other calls for service.
• Force entry to premises for firefighting.
• Operate pumps and apparatus and regulate water pressure to insure required pressure at the nozzle.
• Perform rescue operations and administer first-aid to injured persons.
• Perform salvage operations such as sweeping water, throwing covers, removing debris, etc.
• Perform ventilation operations.
• Participate in fire drills.
• Attend training classes in firefighting, first-aid, and other related subjects.
• Perform general fire inspections and conduct residential and commercial fire prevention inspections.
• Assists shift officers with training of personnel.

Other Job Duties

Primary Job Challenges

Equipment Operated

Key Competencies Required

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Qualifications

Education and experience : Graduation from a standard high school or GED with a minimum one year of full-time service with the City of Springfield Fire Department; or a minimum of three (3) years' experience as a firefighter with another career full-time department; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to the required knowledge and abilities.

Required certifications / licenses : Must possess a valid Class D driver license issued by the State of Tennessee and the following :

Must pass a physical examination, drug screening, and background check given by the city's designated representative