The City of Marysville is excited to announce the employment opportunity for a Firefighter! We are seeking energetic and outstanding individuals to join our team.
This particular recruitment will be a 56 hour (Monday-Friday) position - with the exception of emergencies and Strike Teams. The base weekly schedule will resemble the following example:
Monday - 8 hours
Tuesday - 8 hours
Wednesday - 8 hours
Thursday - 24 hours
Friday - 8 hours
Ideal candidates are committed to working with their community in total partnership as we work together to improve the quality of life for everyone who works, lives and plays in our city.
Our Firefighters perform firefighting, rescue, fire prevention, equipment operation and equipment maintenance activities to protect life and property; provide emergency medical and rescue services to the community; and perform related duties and responsibilities as required. The Firefighter classification receives direct supervision from the Fire Captain and may receive functional direction from the Fire Engineer.
This is the entry level paid classification in the field of firefighting. It is distinguished from the classification of Fire Engineer in that the latter is assigned more responsible and varied duties which require knowledge and experience in driving motorized fire fighting vehicles and operating related pumping, hydraulic and other specialized fire equipment.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Responds to fires, emergency rescues, first aid, fire alarms, natural and man-made disasters, and public assist service calls.
- Operates a variety of tools, power driven equipment and vehicles related to fire suppression and rescue activities.
- Connects and lays hose lines; assists in holding nozzles to direct streams of water; carries and operates various fire extinguishers and other firefighting appliances; operates engine pumping equipment as required.
- Raises, lowers and climbs ladders; makes forcible entry into buildings when necessary; ventilates buildings and searches for victims.
- Assists in overhaul, salvage and cleanup operations at any incident.
- Performs housekeeping and station maintenance.
- Studies Fire Department rules and regulations, fire hazards, firefighting techniques and related subjects.
- Participates and assists in administration of on-going training programs; attends drills, meetings, and staff conferences.
- Operates ventilation equipment; administers first aid.
- Cleans, services, inspects and test firefighting equipment and apparatus.
- Conducts inspections of building, structures, and properties for compliance with building, safety and related City codes.
- Answers general questions from the public.
- Prepares and updates reports, logs, maps, and other departmental records as needed.
- Makes recommendations to improve the manner in which the job is performed and to deliver the highest quality of service to the public.
- Studies and trains on Fire Department rules and regulations, fire hazards, firefighting techniques, and other related emergency subjects.
- Maintains regular, consistent, and timely attendance.
- May be assigned to drive and operate fire department vehicles.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (position requirements at entry) *
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, and procedures of modern fire prevention and suppression methods.
- Operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment, tools, and devices.
- Applicable local, State and Federal laws, and departmental rules and regulations.
- Water hydraulics, principles of fire streams and proper pump pressures, and fire behavior.
- First aid, CPR, and other rescue procedures.
- Safety practices, fire hazards, and potentially dangerous situations as they relate to fire prevention, fire suppression, fire investigation, rescue, emergency situations and hazardous materials.
- Geography of the local area including location of hydrants and mains, major traffic areas, and fire hazards.
- English usage, spelling and grammar.
- Modern office equipment, computers. and software.
Ability to:*
- Perform fire suppression, fire prevention and fire inspection activities in emergency situations in accordance with applicable laws, codes, rules, and regulations.
- Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude as required in the operation and maintenance of the firefighting and rescue equipment.
- Think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies within established guidelines.
- Administer first aid including CPR.
- Drive fire and rescue vehicles with care and safety in accordance with traffic laws and ordinances.
- Keep simple records and prepare reports.
- Utilize basic arithmetic, including decimals, ratios, percentages, and fractions.
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
*For a more thorough list of essential functions, areas of knowledge and areas of abilities, please see the job description.
