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Firefighter Paramedic

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West Jordan, Utah, United States City of West Jordan Full time
Job Title: Fire Paramedic

Under the general supervision of a Fire Captain, the Fire Paramedic will respond to emergency calls to protect life and property, render first aid and advanced lifesaving techniques, and participate in fire prevention programs and inspections, station, and apparatus maintenance, and training activities.

Responsibilities:
  • Respond to alarms and assist in the suppression of structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, and vehicle fires.
  • Perform fire control activities and utilize strategies in the areas of victim rescue, entry, exposure tactics, ventilation, fire containment and extinguishment, and salvage work.
  • Oversee the use of and operate a variety of apparatus, equipment, tools, devices, and vehicles.
  • Respond to miscellaneous emergencies including rescues, hazardous materials, flooding, and natural disasters.
  • Respond to emergency medical incidents, analyze patient needs, administer first aid and advanced lifesaving techniques.
  • Conduct fire prevention inspections of dwellings, public assemblies, and commercial, industrial, and governmental buildings.
  • Conduct daily inspections of condition and readiness of equipment; and service equipment.
  • Operate fire trucks, medic units, and other apparatus and equipment.
  • Drive and operate equipment under limited conditions.
  • Perform cleaning, salvage, and overhaul work following fire; prepare apparatus and equipment for further alarms.
  • Assist in the investigation of fires; collect and preserve evidence; secure fire scene and control traffic.
  • Respond to complaints and requests for information from the public; engage in public information activities.
  • Assist in the maintenance of the fire station and grounds; maintain inventories of apparatus, equipment, and supplies.
  • Participate in fire drills; attend continuing and advanced training sessions.
  • Assist in training employees in the routines of fire suppression, equipment operation, maintenance, and other assigned training.
  • Perform a variety of administrative duties including maintaining proper records and documentation on all job-related activities, functions, apparatus, and equipment.
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Introduction to Writing (ENGL1010).
  • Introductory Algebra (MATH 0990).
  • Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology (ZOOL1090).
  • One year of experience working with the public.
  • Valid Utah Driver's License.
  • Utah State Firefighter I & II Certifications within one year of employment.
  • Utah State Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certifications within one year of employment.
  • Utah State Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Certification.
  • Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP).
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
  • American Heart Provider (CPR).
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

The Fire Paramedic will be required to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 125 lbs. The position will also require exposure to cold, fire, heat, smoke, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards. The Fire Paramedic will be required to travel to different sites and locations and be available for shift work.