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ENGINEER PM 40 TQ

Job Code: 4561
Pay Grade: 395

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

General Functions
   The following job codes are covered under this job description:

4514 Engineer Preceptor 56
4534 Engineer 40
4535 Engineer Preceptor 40
4536 Engineer PM 40
4545 Engineer 40 TQ
4546 Engineer 56 TQ
4547 Engineer PM 40 TQ
4560 Engineer PM 40 QP
4561 Engineer PM 56 TQ
4564 Engineer Preceptor 40 TQ
4565 Engineer Preceptor 56 TQ
4578 Engineer PM 56
4584 Engineer 56 QP
4588 Engineer 40 QP
4602 Engineer PM 56 QP
4605 Engineer Preceptor 40 QP
4606 Engineer Preceptor 56 QP
4662 Engineer 56

This is specialized work in the protection of life and property through emergency and non-emergency services to the citizens and visitors of Orange County.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Lieutenant with considerable independence requiring discretion, sound judgment and initiative while being committed to organizational values and providing on-target customer service and positive community relations.
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  
  • Selects the appropriate route to the alarm scene, drives the apparatus and positions the apparatus in the most advantageous location.
  • Locates hydrants, determines the availability and quantity of water supply and provides adequate pressure and control.
  • Engages, operates and tests pump equipment and monitors pump instruments.
  • Inspects apparatus to ensure safety and readiness.
  • Uses standard operating techniques in emergency situations.
  • Operates fire suppression and rescue equipment with the most appropriate techniques and procedures to minimize property damage and risk to life.
  • Directs traffic away from critical zones and gives necessary directions to the public and subordinates.
  • Attends formal training and in station training sessions to maintain and improve proficiency with equipment and job knowledge.
  • Participates in Public Relations activities such as school demonstrations, safety demonstrations, etc. to promote the image of the Department as a public safety provider in the community.
  • Must ride up as a Company Officer "Lieutenant" when requested.
  • Performs other related duties as may be necessary to fulfill the mission of Engineer.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   The following prerequisites must be met prior to application for the selection procedure:
  • A minimum of two years as a fifty-six (56) hour employee with Orange County Fire Rescue. All employees hired prior to October 1, 2002, are exempt from the fifty-six hour requirement.
  • Must possess and maintain a Florida EMT or Paramedic Certification.
  • Must possess and maintain Florida firefighter certification.
  • Must produce a certificate from an approved *Driver/Operator course certification.
  • Must possess and maintain Florida class "E" driver's license.
All qualifications must be met at the time the application is submitted.

*Approved certification must be from an 80 hour Pump Operator course (40 hours of Hydraulics & 40 hours of Pump operation) or the OCFRD RED (Relief Engineer Driver) program.

All OCFRD personnel are expected to maintain a level of physical fitness consistent with their job assignment.
 
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8/11/2014