FIREFIGHTER/EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 5352

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for firefighting including salvage and rescue work and for providing initial first-aid treatment or emergency medical care in the capacity of an Emergency Medical Technician at the site of an occurrence. Responsibility also includes pre-planning, community outreach, fire prevention and education, as well as routine maintenance and custodial work. Work is performed under the supervision of an incident commander and under the general direction of the Fire District Manager or other administrative supervisor. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Responds to fire alarms and combats, controls and extinguishes fires;

Responds to calls when dispatched, gains access to the patient and assesses the extent of their injuries or illness;

Lays and connects hose lines, turns water on and directs stream on burning buildings, vehicles, open areas, etc.;

Positions and climbs ladders and enters burning buildings;

Drives and operates emergency response apparatus and positions equipment properly for fire control and rescue activity;

Rescues and removes people from burning buildings and dangerous situations, and provides first aid to the injured;

Provides life support services to stabilize persons in life threatening situations resulting from trauma and other medical emergencies;

Uses prescribed techniques and equipment to provide patient care and provide additional emergency care following established protocols;

Replaces supplies and maintains ambulance in operable condition;

Responds to emergencies such as fuel spills, downed electrical wires, gas leaks, water rescues, motor vehicle collisions, etc. and takes appropriate action to protect life and property;

Climbs over obstacles and enters confined areas as required;

Performs salvage operations and removes debris;

Tours buildings/facilities and performs pre-planning: recording and updating vital information such as types of construction, hazardous materials, sprinklers and emergency contact information;

Participates in community fire prevention/emergency preparedness education;

Locates and mitigates potential hazards or fire code violations, performs hydrant testing and mapping and reports issues to the appropriate agency;

Performs a variety of tasks in connection with the maintenance, cleaning and repair of buildings, grounds and equipment;

Performs miscellaneous clerical work when assigned.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of modern firefighting principles, practices and equipment; knowledge of first aid techniques; ability to develop skill in the use and care of firefighting equipment; ability to use good judgment in firefighting and fire prevention; ability to take, understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and status as an active paid or volunteer firefighter, or as a retired paid firefighter.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

At the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees must possess a valid Emergency Medical Technician certiticate issued by the New York State Department of Health. The type of certificate required will be determined and specified by the appointing authority during the hiring process based on the level of care to be provided.

In agencies employing five (5) or fewer paid firefighters, any additional education, health and physical fitness qualifications shall be determined by the appointing authority as per Section 58-a (6) of the New York State Civil Service Law.

In agencies employing six (6) or more paid firefighters, additional Minimum Standards for Firefighting Personnel as per NYCRR Part 426, include completion of a qualifying Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and completion of a certified basic training program within 18 months of appointment. There will also be a qualifying medical exam as per NFPA 1582.

At the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

Throughout employment in this title, employees may be required by the employing agency to pass an annual physical evaluation including drug testing.

12/20/2021

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive