Firefighter I/EMT
Hall County Tax Commissioner, Gainesville, GA, United States
Full Time Employee – Gainesville, GA, US
Salary Range: $49,451.41 - $62,348.79 Annually
Job Summary
While training for advancement and certification in the Fire Department, the Firefighter/EMT I actively participates in fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical operations, and all duties associated therein, ensuring that fire stations and equipment are ready for emergency and non‑emergency situations.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Respond to emergency calls including but not limited to fire suppression, salvage, overhaul, search and rescue, and pre‑hospital emergency medical care, implementing actions necessary to save lives and property.
Assist the Fire Marshal’s office in searching for evidence at suspicious fire scenes, following established safety procedures to achieve maximum benefits with the least risk of injury to firefighters or the public.
Maintain fire/emergency medical equipment and apparatus, assure that all equipment is functioning properly, check communication equipment each morning, and report all equipment malfunctions or missing supplies immediately to the officer in charge.
Conduct triage of multiple casualty incidents, determine severity of injuries, immobilize patients, provide emergency medical care, and transport patients to appropriate health care facilities.
Assist in pre‑fire planning, complete department forms and reports, and assist in instructing fire safety, prevention, and emergency medical care programs to the public.
Keep station grounds clean and neat, cut grass, paint where needed, and maintain fire stations.
Learn the geography, roads, alternative routes, fire hydrant locations, and hospitals within the jurisdiction.
Participate in continuing education, training, and drills to maintain certifications.
Maintain health and physical strength required to complete job responsibilities.
Ensure regular and predictable attendance.
Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. (No experience required)
Licenses and Certifications:
GA Basic Firefighter certification within 12 months, NPQ FF II certification within 24 months.
NREMT‑A certification within 24 months.
Valid class C driver’s license, obtain valid class F within 6 months of hire.
Must meet all in‑house testing requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Firefighting principles and techniques
Rescue principles and techniques
Emergency medical treatment and life support procedures
Symptoms of illness and traumatic injuries
Local geography, streets, roads, and hospitals
Department’s rules and regulations
Department’s standard operating procedures
Civil Service rules and regulations
State laws and local codes related to Fire & EMS
Oral and written communication skills
Perform strenuous work under adverse conditions for a sustained period of time
React calmly and quickly in emergency situations
ADA Minimum Requirements
Physical Ability:
Essential functions continuously require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing); to move about by walking; move oneself by crawling on hands and knees; ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps; maintain body equilibrium to prevent failing when walking, standing, crouching or navigating narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces; bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, twisting at the waist, hips or knees; and move/transport items over 100 lbs. Incumbents constantly must think analytically; handle stress and emotion, concentrate on tasks, remember names and other details; examine and observe details; make decisions, and adjust to change. Additionally the essential functions require that incumbents be on‑call and work irregular hours; attend regular work meetings and trainings; handle confidential information, direct others; meet deadlines; operate equipment; use a computer/keyboard; use math/calculations; and stay organized.
Sensory Requirements:
Essential Functions require the ability to use effective verbal and written communication; use of hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use tools and equipment; visually discern differences in color.
Environmental Factors:
Essential functions are continuously performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather; extreme hot or cold temperatures; humidity and moisture; possible bodily injury from hazards including biological, chemical, sharp objects/tools, heavy machinery, traffic; falling from high or exposed places, and falling objects; constricted spaces; moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools, and machinery; fumes, gasses, odors, dust, grease, oil and mud; wet or slippery floors or surfaces and excessive noise. Incumbents will be required to work alone or with others continuously. Additionally, essential functions are frequently performed with exposure to bodily injury from electrical or radiation hazards. Essential functions may also require occasional exposure to extreme dry environments and hot temperatures from flame torches.
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Salary Range: $49,451.41 - $62,348.79 Annually
Job Summary
While training for advancement and certification in the Fire Department, the Firefighter/EMT I actively participates in fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical operations, and all duties associated therein, ensuring that fire stations and equipment are ready for emergency and non‑emergency situations.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Respond to emergency calls including but not limited to fire suppression, salvage, overhaul, search and rescue, and pre‑hospital emergency medical care, implementing actions necessary to save lives and property.
Assist the Fire Marshal’s office in searching for evidence at suspicious fire scenes, following established safety procedures to achieve maximum benefits with the least risk of injury to firefighters or the public.
Maintain fire/emergency medical equipment and apparatus, assure that all equipment is functioning properly, check communication equipment each morning, and report all equipment malfunctions or missing supplies immediately to the officer in charge.
Conduct triage of multiple casualty incidents, determine severity of injuries, immobilize patients, provide emergency medical care, and transport patients to appropriate health care facilities.
Assist in pre‑fire planning, complete department forms and reports, and assist in instructing fire safety, prevention, and emergency medical care programs to the public.
Keep station grounds clean and neat, cut grass, paint where needed, and maintain fire stations.
Learn the geography, roads, alternative routes, fire hydrant locations, and hospitals within the jurisdiction.
Participate in continuing education, training, and drills to maintain certifications.
Maintain health and physical strength required to complete job responsibilities.
Ensure regular and predictable attendance.
Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. (No experience required)
Licenses and Certifications:
GA Basic Firefighter certification within 12 months, NPQ FF II certification within 24 months.
NREMT‑A certification within 24 months.
Valid class C driver’s license, obtain valid class F within 6 months of hire.
Must meet all in‑house testing requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Firefighting principles and techniques
Rescue principles and techniques
Emergency medical treatment and life support procedures
Symptoms of illness and traumatic injuries
Local geography, streets, roads, and hospitals
Department’s rules and regulations
Department’s standard operating procedures
Civil Service rules and regulations
State laws and local codes related to Fire & EMS
Oral and written communication skills
Perform strenuous work under adverse conditions for a sustained period of time
React calmly and quickly in emergency situations
ADA Minimum Requirements
Physical Ability:
Essential functions continuously require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing); to move about by walking; move oneself by crawling on hands and knees; ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps; maintain body equilibrium to prevent failing when walking, standing, crouching or navigating narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces; bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, twisting at the waist, hips or knees; and move/transport items over 100 lbs. Incumbents constantly must think analytically; handle stress and emotion, concentrate on tasks, remember names and other details; examine and observe details; make decisions, and adjust to change. Additionally the essential functions require that incumbents be on‑call and work irregular hours; attend regular work meetings and trainings; handle confidential information, direct others; meet deadlines; operate equipment; use a computer/keyboard; use math/calculations; and stay organized.
Sensory Requirements:
Essential Functions require the ability to use effective verbal and written communication; use of hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use tools and equipment; visually discern differences in color.
Environmental Factors:
Essential functions are continuously performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather; extreme hot or cold temperatures; humidity and moisture; possible bodily injury from hazards including biological, chemical, sharp objects/tools, heavy machinery, traffic; falling from high or exposed places, and falling objects; constricted spaces; moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools, and machinery; fumes, gasses, odors, dust, grease, oil and mud; wet or slippery floors or surfaces and excessive noise. Incumbents will be required to work alone or with others continuously. Additionally, essential functions are frequently performed with exposure to bodily injury from electrical or radiation hazards. Essential functions may also require occasional exposure to extreme dry environments and hot temperatures from flame torches.
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