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Firefighter

City of Royse City · Royse City Fire Station 1, TX

Firefighter at City of Royse City in Royse City Fire Station 1, TX. A first responder job listing aggregated on RESPONDin.

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GENERAL SUMMARY Under the general supervision of the Fire Captain, position will perform firefighting duties, rescue operations, hazardous material mitigation, preventative maintenance of fire apparatus, and other duties assigned. Adhere to the Fire Department and City of Royse City rules, regulations, policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, and values of the Department. This position must be able to perform routine tasks with minimal supervision, and direction. The worker will perform other work as directed and requested by the Fire Chief or other ranking officer. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS • Must be 18 years of age or older • High school diploma or G.E.D. required • Must not have any convictions of a felony or Class A or B misdemeanor • Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Structural Fire Firefighting Certification required • Minimum of Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician required • Must pass pre-employment background check and drug testing • Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License in accordance with current policy This position will be a full-time employee of the City of Royse City. This position will be assigned to work on a shift schedule. The assigned shift may be changed at any time. Employees in this position may be subject to mandatory overtime at the discretion of the Fire Chief or other ranking officer. • Responds to all Fire and EMS calls while on duty. • Assist with the performance of fire suppression functions including firefighting, rescue operations, deploying and operating hose, ventilating roofs, performing salvage work after fires, pre-fire planning, participates in hazardous materials mitigation response, and other related tasks associated with fire suppression, rescue operations and hazardous material response. • Administer emergency medical services when requested. • Assist with and performs operational readiness evaluation on the fire apparatus to ensure it is always fully prepared and functional, inventories equipment and tools, to include the drive train, brakes, lights, fire pump, tires, radios, SCBA operational checks, and all fluid levels upon reporting for duty. • Prepares and submits fire reports, daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance check reports, daily check sheet logs, etc. • Perform minor equipment maintenance on apparatus and general cleaning of apparatus and station quarters. • Participate in fire training classes and drills. • Study technical materials on equipment operation, fire suppression, and fire prevention, to improve or maintain an effective level of performance. • Study street maps to learn the district assigned as necessary and studies building pre-plans. • Use on duty time to complete probationary requirements utilizing current staff to assist with completion and demonstration of mastery of each requirement. • Work in an outdoor environment subject to possible hazardous conditions. • Communicate courteously and effectively with other city employees, officials, and the public. • Informs supervisor of all work activities and reports any public inquiries or complaints, informs supervisor of any equipment in need of repair and of all public injuries or accidents. • Adheres to personnel, departmental, safety policies and standard operation guidelines of the city and department. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Required to report for work punctually and work all scheduled hours. Must maintain a physical condition and standards necessary for the proper performance of duties, with or without accommodation. • Attends all required available courses. • Considerable knowledge of firefighting, rescue, and hazardous material duties and operations • Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the various trades • Have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision • Have the ability to acquire knowledge associated with the task and obtain any certification l