City of Gulfport, Mississippi
Job Description
Firefighter – Recruit(FF)
Department: 290 – Fire
EEO Class: FLSA Status: Fire
Salary Range: $35,590.00-$40,452.00 Yearly
RESPONSIBILITY
This is skilled firefighting work in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires; in answering emergency calls; and in operation and maintenance of fire department equipment, apparatus and quarters. a) Responds on assigned apparatus to fire alarms and other emergency calls. b) Makes forced entries and rescues persons or assists in rescue operations as directed during fires or other emergencies. c) Maintains apparatus, quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds and hydrants. d) May drive departmental vehicles under non-emergency conditions. e) Uses cutting tools, both manual, gas and powered. f) Ventilates buildings, or aircraft as directed, to remove heat, smoke and gases. g) Responds to multi-story fires or rescues, working from ground ladder and aerial apparatus. h) The above examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work per- formed in this position. The absence of specific statement of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must posses required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and
demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job
can be performed.
Has basis knowledge of firefighting methods and modern fire prevention
practices.
Skilled in the operation and care of fire apparatus and equipment.
Able to learn heavy motorized equipment operation and a variety of
methods and tasks in firefighting, fire prevention, and related activities.
Able to engage in moderate to strenuous physical activity and work long
hours during emergency situations
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers,
supervisors, and the general public.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Able to read and interpret a variety of maps, plans, and diagrams.
Able to perform detailed report and record maintenance duties.
Education and Experience
High School graduate or equivalent. Although a previous firefighting experience
is desirable it is not required.
Required Licenses or Certificates
Must possess a valid Mississippi driver's license.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Job includes frequent standing, walking and bending; using arm and
back while performing functions of climbing, stooping, kneeling
crouching, and occasional crawling. Must be able to routinely lift and/or
move a minimum of 50 pounds. Visual acuity is required to see close,
color, adjust to focus and depth perception. Hand and eye coordination
and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment. Good hearing
ability is critical to adequately perform the functions of this job. Subject to
sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting and kneeling to perform the
essential functions.
Physical agility and fitness for performing duties that require potential exertion,
i.e., moving victims, climbing ladders. Physical strength and endurance to move
and handle objects over prolonged periods of time in hazardous weather,
atmospheric, and environmental conditions.
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