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Firefighter

Clackamas Fire District No. 1 · Milwaukie, OR

Firefighter at Clackamas Fire District No. 1 in Milwaukie, OR. A first responder job listing aggregated on RESPONDin.

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Performs firefighting, first aid or paramedic assistance, medical transportation and fire prevention duties. May drive firefighting apparatus and medic units to the scene of an emergency and/or hospital. May operate equipment at a fire or medical scene; extinguishes fires and saves lives and property. Supervision Received: Works under the general direction and supervision of the company officer who evaluates work effectiveness and conformance to District policy. Supervision Exercised: May be required to supervise a team, volunteer(s) or student firefighter(s) in the absence or by direction of the company officer. Salary: For candidates with less than four years of career firefighting experience, compensation will begin at $ 73,747 for EMT Basics and $ 83,778 for Paramedics. They will top out at year 4 with $103,032 for EMT Basics and $ 113,335 for Paramedics. For candidates with more than four years of career firefighting experience, compensation will begin at $ 94,611 for EMT Basics and $ 104,915 for Paramedics. They will top out at Year 4 with $103,032 for EMT Basics and $113,335 for Paramedics. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or to balance the workload. • Responds with fire apparatus and medical units to scene of emergency, deploys hose, operates pump and operates firefighting equipment until extinguishment of fire. Assists with any other related work as directed. • Assists in fire extinguishment depending on conditions and if so directed. • Keeps assigned equipment in a constant state of readiness, makes daily inspections, and performs necessary maintenance and repair. Maintains records and submits reports as required. • Performs housekeeping and maintenance duties at the station and grounds as assigned. Cleans and services all fire district equipment as assigned. Inspects hydrants by clearing weeds and brush, paints and marks hydrant locations. • Drive and operate equipment as directed. • Attends classes for training in firefighting and medical techniques, hydraulics, and other related subject material. Attends schools and classes to learn advanced principles and techniques in use and operation of fire services apparatus, fire techniques and medical emergency skills. • Performs initial assessment and management of illness or injury to emergency patients in accordance with specified protocol and procedure. Completes and transfers patient care information and records following established procedures. Attends emergency medical responses and renders assistance within scope of practice to seriously ill or injured patients as required. • Prepares or assists in the preparation of patients for transport, ensuring compliance with emergency medical transport regulations, protocol and procedure. • Removes people from danger, performs emergency life support functions including the care and transportation of the sick and injured as an EMT or Paramedic. • Assists in instruction of firefighter in efficient and modern practices and principles of firefighting, emergency medical and rescue work. • Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives; continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards. • Performs fire prevention inspections as assigned. • Attends emergency medical responses and renders EMT or Paramedic assistance to seriously ill or injured patients as required. • Leads, guides or assists in the training of lower level technicians and/or students as specifically assigned. • Must maintain National Fire Protection (NFPA) standards for health and fitness. • P