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Job Description
| FIREFIGHTER 40 |
Job Code: 4658
Pay Grade: 390
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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| General Functions |
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The following job codes are covered under this job description:
4658 Firefighter 40
4525 Firefighter Paramedic 40 QP
4562 Firefighter Preceptor 40
4566 Firefighter 40 TQ
4576 Firefighter PM 40 TQ
4587 Firefighter 40 QP
4590 Firefighter Preceptor 40 QP
4599 Firefighter Preceptor 40 TQ
4647 Firefighter Paramedic 40
4792 Firefighter 40 CL
4794 Firefighter 40 QP CL
4795 Firefighter 40 QP TQ
4796 Firefighter 40 QP TQ CL
4798 Firefighter 40 TQ CL
4808 Firefighter Paramedic 40 TQ CL
4809 Firefighter Paramedic 40 CL
4811 Firefighter Paramedic 40 QP CL
4812 Firefighter Paramedic 40 QP TQ
4813 Firefighter PM 40 QP TQ CL
4866 Firefighter Preceptor 40 CL
4868 Firefighter Preceptor 40 QP TQ CL
4869 Firefighter Preceptor 40 QP CL
4870 Firefighter Preceptor 40 QP TQ
4872 Firefighter Preceptor 40 TQ CL
This is specialized work in the protection of life and property through emergency and non-emergency services to the citizens 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.
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| Representative Duties /Assignments |
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- Performs fire suppression as a team member and/or individually by manning hose lines, operating hand held fire suppression equipment, and carrying out related duties in emergency firefighting situations.
- Performs emergency medical services on persons injured or ill according to National, State and Departmental guidelines at either an EMT or paramedic level depending upon certification.
- Performs rescue functions to extricate victims from occupancies filled with heat, smoke, and toxic gases by entering occupancy and physically removing victims.
- Performs rescue and extrication functions of victims involved in vehicular entrapments using specific hand and pneumatic equipment.
- Performs salvage and clean-up functions as required at the conclusion of fire-related emergency scenes.
- Maintains physical conditioning and physical stamina required to perform firefighting duties.
- Performs routine inspections of personal safety equipment in order to ensure equipment is in optimum condition and promptly notifies superiors of deficiencies.
- Attends classroom and drill ground training sessions in order to continuously update knowledge and skills required for effective work performance.
- Communicates and interacts with co-workers and/or the public either collectively or on a person-to-person level to receive emergency instructions or relay emergency information.
- 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.
- Performs clean-up and janitorial duties in stations to maintain a clean working and living environment.
- Operates Fire Rescue Department emergency vehicles as required.
- Performs other related duties as required.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
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High School diploma or equivalent.
Must possess and maintain Florida State Firefighter certification.
Must possess and maintain a current EMT or Paramedic certification.
Effective March 29, 2015, individuals hired must successfully complete all State of Florida and local requirements to become a Certified Paramedic within three years from the date of hire and 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 a State of Florida Driver's License by date of hire.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a non-user of tobacco products for at least one year, as evidenced by a sworn affidavit of the applicant.
Must meet all moral and criminal background guidelines.
Must meet medical and physical agility standards. Must maintain a level of physical fitness consistent with job assignment.
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| Preferences |
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6/14/2017
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