Firefighter -- EMT or Paramedic Hiring Pool

City of Mitchell, SD • Mitchell, SD

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About The Position

Join the team of dedicated men and women firefighters in the Mitchell Community as they provide services in fire as well as emergency medical situations. This full-time position performs fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical service, and rescue activities. Drives assigned apparatus to fire, rescue and emergency medical calls. Responds to fire alarms and uses firefighter skills to evaluate and carry out actions to most efficiently control the emergency at hand; assists with the fighting of structural fires. Operates a variety of pumps, ladders, hoses and other equipment, along with medical equipment. Responsible for the inspection of vehicles and equipment, washes and maintains equipment, performs routine maintenance, and ensures the proper functioning of all emergency medical equipment and vehicles. Maintains inventory for supplies and equipment. Performs public education services such as fire prevention presentations, CPR classes, fire station tours, and safety. Performs housekeeping, grounds keeping, and building maintenance duties.

Requirements

• EMT certification required.
• Completion of specialized training in the field of work.
• Basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Possession of valid SD Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire prevention and suppression activities.
• Provide emergency medical services and rescue activities.
• Drive assigned apparatus to fire, rescue, and emergency medical calls.
• Respond to fire alarms and evaluate situations to control emergencies.
• Assist in fighting structural fires.
• Operate pumps, ladders, hoses, and medical equipment.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment, wash and maintain them.
• Perform routine maintenance on emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain inventory for supplies and equipment.
• Conduct public education services such as fire prevention presentations and CPR classes.
• Perform housekeeping, grounds keeping, and building maintenance duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED