Fire Department Employee

3 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom City of Birmingham Full time

Job Description:

At the City of Birmingham, we are seeking a highly skilled Firefighter to join our team. As a Firefighter, you will be responsible for responding to emergency calls, combating fires, and providing medical assistance to those in need.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer non-invasive medical care to patients, following accepted medical guidelines.
  • Ensure the proper operation of firefighting equipment and apparatus.
  • Conduct fire safety activities to reduce the risk of fire-related incidents.
  • Deploy fire hoses and appliances to suppress fires.
  • Carry out orders from officers and incident commanders to extinguish fires and ensure life safety.
  • Operate aerial and ground ladders to complete operations.
  • Assist in developing pre-fire plans to prevent and minimize damage from fire-related incidents.
  • Participate in community-related activities to project a positive image of the department.
  • Minimize property loss by inspecting scenes and determining what debris to preserve for investigation.
  • Locate and remove victims from incident scenes using specialized rescue techniques and equipment.
  • Participate in the maintenance and appearance of fire stations.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
  • No felony convictions.
  • Valid driver's license.

Certifications:

  • Fire Fighter I or Fire Fighter I/II certification from a Pro Board or IFSAC accredited organization may be exempt from the written examination.

Competencies:

  • Adaptability and flexibility.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Heavy equipment and vehicle use.
  • Leadership and management.
  • Learning and memory.
  • Mathematical and statistical skills.
  • Oral communication and comprehension.
  • Physical abilities.
  • Planning and organizing.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Professionalism and integrity.
  • Psychomotor abilities.
  • Researching and referencing.
  • Reviewing, inspecting, and auditing.
  • Self-management and initiative.
  • Sensory abilities.
  • Small tool and equipment use.
  • Teamwork and interpersonal.
  • Technical and job-specific knowledge.
  • Technical skills.
  • Training and facilitation.
  • Written communication and comprehension.

Critical Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of fire behavior and characteristics.
  • Knowledge of firefighting equipment maintenance procedures.
  • Knowledge of building construction, codes, and systems.
  • Knowledge of fire prevention techniques and principles.
  • Knowledge of national fire regulations and laws.
  • Knowledge of pre-incident planning procedures.
  • Knowledge of fire detection and suppression systems.

Work Environment:

  • Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors, in various environments.
  • May be exposed to hazardous weather conditions, roadway traffic, and infectious diseases.

Physical Demands:

  • Job involves moderate physical exertion, including lifting, climbing, and crawling.
  • May involve lifting items or objects weighing up to 75 pounds.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job, and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

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