General Summary
Under the general supervision of the Fire Captain, position will perform firefighting duties, rescue operations, hazardous material mitigation, preventative maintenance of fire apparatus, and other duties assigned. Adhere to the Fire Department and City of Royse City rules, regulations, policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, and values of the Department. This position must be able to perform routine tasks with minimal supervision, and direction. The incumbent will perform other work as directed and requested by the Fire Chief or other ranking officer.
Minimum Education And Certification Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required
- Preferred Associates Degree in Fire Science or related field
- Must not have any convictions of a felony
- Must not have any convictions of Class 'A' or 'B' misdemeanor which are considered to be a crime against person, drug related, or a crime of moral turpitude
- Some crimes as listed in Class 'A' or 'B' misdemeanor may not disqualify an applicant if the conviction is over five years old
- No DWI or DUI convictions in the last ten years.
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Structural Fire Firefighting Certification required
- Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician required
- Certified Completion of NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800 required
- Must pass pre-employment background check and drug testing
- Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License Class B, A, or CDL
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection Driver/Operator - Pumper Certification required; or two years of full-time firefighter experience
This position will be a full-time employee of the City of Royse City. This position will be assigned to work on a shift schedule. The assigned shift may be changed at any time. Employees in this position may be subject to mandatory overtime at the discretion of the Fire Chief or other ranking officer.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Responds to all Fire and EMS calls while on duty.
- Assist with the performance of fire suppression functions including firefighting, rescue operations, deploying and operating hose, ventilating roofs, performing salvage work after fires, pre-fire planning, participates in hazardous materials mitigation response, and other related tasks associated with fire suppression, rescue operations and hazardous material response.
- Administer emergency medical services when requested.
- Assist with and performs operational readiness evaluation on the fire apparatus to ensure it is always fully prepared and functional, inventories equipment and tools, to include the drive train, brakes, lights, fire pump, tires, radios, SCBA operational checks, and all fluid levels upon reporting for duty.
- Prepares and submits fire reports, daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance check reports, daily check sheet logs, etc.
- Perform minor equipment maintenance on apparatus and general cleaning of apparatus and station quarters.
- Participate in fire training classes and drills.
- Study technical materials on equipment operation, fire suppression, and fire prevention, to improve or maintain an effective level of performance.
- Study street maps to learn the district assigned as necessary and studies building pre-plans.
- Use on duty time to complete probationary requirements utilizing current staff to assist with completion and demonstration of mastery of each requirement.
- Work in an outdoor environment subject to possible hazardous conditions.
- Communicate courteously and effectively with other city employees, officials, and the public.
- Informs supervisor of all work activities and reports any public inquiries or complaints, informs supervisor of any equipment in need of repair and of all public injuries or accidents.
- Adheres to personnel, departmental, safety policies and standard operation guidelines of the city and department.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Required to report for work punctually and work all scheduled hours. Must maintain a physical condition and standards necessary for the proper performance of duties, with or without accommodation.
- Attends all required available courses.
Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of firefighting, rescue, and hazardous material duties and operations
- Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the various trades
- Have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Have the ability to acquire knowledge associated with the task and obtain any certification levels needed to maintain and test equipment
- Working knowledge of the practices, processes, materials and tools of the various trades associated with the vehicles, equipment, and facilities
- Ability to operate a variety of manual, gas, and electrically powered hand tools, equipment and machinery
- Ability to inspect vehicles and equipment used in the fire service
- Ability to estimate time and materials for assigned projects
- Ability to read and interpret instructions diagrams, sketches, and related forms of documentation related to essential functions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with supervisors, other employees and the public
- Ability to establish and maintain effective maintenance logs and required reports
- Have a working knowledge and experience in mechanical and electrical related functions
- Considerable knowledge of report and record maintenance principles and practices
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of basic computer systems.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Must pass Physical Ability Test prior to employment and annually
- Maintain physical activity over prolonged periods of time including standing, walking, kneeling, stooping in awkward positions, and/or moving/lifting overhead and lifting heavy objects
- Maintain acceptable physical fitness level, including normal hearing and binocular acuity correctable to 20/40 (20/100 uncorrected) with a slight degree of color blindness allowed (subject to review), and lack any eye condition that results in inability to safely perform essential job functions.
- Ability to work sitting, standing, and moving about for periods of time.
- Ability to work on the scene near hazardous conditions, fire, heat, smoke, chemicals etc.
- Some tasks are essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, bending, light lifting, or other restricted physical activities.
- Some tasks involve some physical effort, i.e., some standing and walking, or frequent light lifting (5-10 pounds); or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of shop or office equipment; may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
- Some tasks involve frequent walking, standing; some lifting and carrying of moderate weight (12-20 pounds); and/or the operation of vehicles, office, shop, or hand tools in which manipulative skills and hand eye coordination are important ingredients of safe and/or productive operations.
- Some tasks involve the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items.
The City of Royse City offers a comprehensive benefits package. View our benefits summary at https://www.roysecity.com/190/Employment-Opportunities
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Do you currently hold a Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Structural Firefighting Certification?
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Do you hold a TCFP Driver/Operator Certification?
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Are you a certified Paramedic?
