| FIRE RESCUE RECRUIT |
Job Code: 4595
Pay Grade: 010
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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| General Functions |
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Participates in training activities associated with preparing for the Florida State certification examinations for Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Recruits who successfully complete all requirements for obtaining the Florida Minimum Standards Certification Examination for Firefighters and Florida EMT Certification within the required timeframe will be offered positions as Firefighter/EMT with Orange County Fire and Rescue Department (OCFRD). |
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| Representative Duties /Assignments |
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- Attends and participates in the Florida Minimum Standards Certification classes.
- Attends and participates in the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification classes.
- Performs physical training activities such as running, climbing, and crawling associated with firefighter training.
- Participates in ride-alongs with OCFRD Paramedics and/or EMTs.
- Participates in certification assessments to achieve Florida Minimum Standards and Florida EMT certifications.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
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High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
Applicants must meet all moral and criminal background guidelines and meet any and all additional requirements mandated by Florida Statutes for certification as a firefighter and as an emergency medical technician or paramedic.
Effective March 29, 2015, once the individual is hired and completed all the requirements to become a Certified Firefighter, the individual must successfully complete all State of Florida and local requirements to become a Certified Paramedic within three years from the date of meeting all requirements as a Certified Firefighter with Orange County Fire Rescue. The individual must serve as a paramedic for Orange County Fire Rescue. Possession and maintenance of Paramedic Certification is a condition of continued employment with Orange County Fire Rescue.
Must possess and maintain valid State of Florida Driver's License or possess the ability to obtain a State of Florida Driver's License by date of hire.
Must not have used tobacco products for at least one year immediately preceding application, as evidenced by a sworn affidavit of the applicant.
Applicants will participate in a series of assessments including but not limited to the following: Written Test; Physical Abilities Test; Behavior-based Interpersonal Skills Assessment; Polygraph; Criminal History Background Investigation; Physical Assessment. |
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