Firefighter/EMT

Performs fire suppression, emergency medical services operations, hazardous materials mitigation, special operations/technical rescue, and fire prevention. Performs maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and the fire station. Has knowledge of the National Incident Management System.

1. Works under the general direction of the Shift Commander or designee to support the efforts and goals of the Fire Department in accordance with departmental rules and regulations. 
2. Performs firefighting activities utilizing fire hoses, heavy stream appliances, extinguishers, and ladders, and ventilates burning buildings. Is required to wear and use Self Contained Breathing Apparatus to enter extremely hazardous environments and perform search and rescue procedures to evacuate and rescue persons in danger.
3. Administers emergency medical services and coordinates transport of sick and injured persons. Obtain vital signs, semi-auto defibrillation, patient assessments, and other related patient care tasks in conjunction with state-approved guidelines.
4. Performs hazardous materials mitigation at the certified Operations level. Performs Technical Rescues requiring certification in the areas of advanced vehicle extrication, rope rescue operations, confined space rescue operations, and cold-water rescue.
5. Performs daily emergency apparatus and equipment inspections to include minor maintenance and repairs, apparatus, and equipment tests, to ensure proper service of all equipment. Conducts daily routine station maintenance in accordance with the established schedule as well as other assigned duties.
6. Assists the company officer with daily record-keeping activities, including computer-based fire and medical reporting systems.
7. Participates in commercial building inspections in conjunction with the City of South Burlington Liquor License Program. Performs residential building familiarization inspections in accordance with the fire prevention code. Places findings of inspections in written inspection reports.
8. Participates in shift training and may assume the role of instructor and develop training materials.
9. May attend seminars and training classes to keep updated on current practices in firefighting, emergency medical services, leadership, and related subjects.
10. Maintains positive public relations when participating in and conducting fire prevention programs and other related fire educational activities.
11. In the absence of an officer, may perform functions under the National Incident Management System.
12.  Works with other departments within the City and performs other necessary tasks or functions as is necessary to accomplish City and Department goals and objectives.

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Vermont Operator's License.
3. Vermont or Pro Board-Certified Firefighter I and II
4. Vermont Emergency Medical Technician – Basic certification
5. Vermont Hazardous Material - Decontamination certification
6. Current CPAT certificate
7. Shall possess and maintain, within one year of hiring, Vermont and National EMT Registry, AEMT certification for the duration of their employment. 
8. Shall possess and maintain, within two years of hiring, Vermont Fire Academy Firefighter 2 certification for the duration of their employment.
9. Shall possess and successfully pass an annual physical fitness standard set by the Department, for the duration of their employment.  

1. Possess the ability to perform highly responsible duties of a complex nature, requiring considerable initiative and judgment, particularly in emergency situations which do not fall clearly within established practices or precedents.
2. Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures relating to daily fire department operations and emergency mitigation.
3. Knowledge of the City of South Burlington layout, streets, and hydrant locations.
4. Knowledge of Firefighting principles, techniques, and the skillful use of related equipment.
5. Knowledge of Emergency Medical Care principles, techniques, and the skillful use of related equipment.
6. Knowledge of Technical Rescue principles, techniques, and the skillful use of related equipment in the areas of Vehicle Extrication, Hazardous Materials, Rope Rescue, Confined Space Rescue, and Cold-Water Rescue.
7. Possesses the ability to operate fire engines, aerial devices, ambulances, and other emergency vehicles.
8. Possesses the ability to rely on the sense of sight and hearing to help determine the nature of an emergency and make operational decisions.
9. Possesses the ability to make life-or-death decisions during emergency operations.
10. Possesses the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and orally. Demonstrated competency in using word processing, computer-based incident reporting systems, and other software.
11. Possess the ability to manage and maintain confidential information, including patient medical information, criminal matters, and fire and arson investigations, which are sensitive in nature and confidential.