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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Fire Medic to join our team at Brevard County Fire Rescue. As a Fire Medic, you will be responsible for controlling, extinguishing, and preventing fires, as well as performing Advanced Life Support (ALS) at emergency scenes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform fire suppression and rescue operations
• Provide ALS care to patients in emergency situations
• Operate fire department equipment and vehicles
• Participate in training and drills to maintain skills and knowledge

Requirements

• Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Valid State of Florida Paramedic certification
• Florida State Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance or Letter of Completion
• Valid Florida Driver's license
• Ability to pass a physical examination and meet NFPA 1582 guidelines

Working Conditions

As a Fire Medic, you will be required to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with varying temperatures, humidity, and noise levels. You will be exposed to hazardous materials, chemicals, and other substances, and will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

You will be required to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, and will be on call to respond to emergencies at any time. You will also be required to participate in training and drills to maintain your skills and knowledge.

Physical Requirements Checklist:

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:

• LIFT:50 lbs. or more
• CARRY:50 lbs. or more
• PUSH:50 lbs. or more
• PULL:50 lbs. or more

In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:

• STAND:5 - 8 hours
• WALK:5 - 8 hours
• SIT:5 - 8 hours
• DRIVE:5 - 8 hours

The employee must repetitively perform:

• Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)

The employee must be able to:

• Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop

The employee must have:

• Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes

Other necessary physical activities/traits:

• N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditions that will apply to the employee:

• At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With explosives; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With radiant energy (x-rays, etc.; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.; Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others

Other working conditions:

• N/A

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