Firefighter - 243482 Twin Arrows, AZ

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DEPARTMENT: FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES

POSITION NO: 243482

WORKSITE: TWIN ARROWS

Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls in accordance with applicable polices and procedures and guidelines; uses hand tools to control and extinguish fires; makes forcible entry into buildings to evacuate occupants and ventilate structure; performs salvage and overhaul operations; performs extrication of trapped or injured occupants using appropriate tools and methods to gain entry to damaged motor vehicles. Administers first aid and artificial respiration to injured persons and/or transportation of victim(s) to medical facility for treatment; assists medical personnel with initial on-site examination of victims such as vital signs and circumstances of emergency. Conducts presentations on fire safety, drives and operates fire fighting vehicle and equipment. Inspects building for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances; assists with hazardous material incidents, which may include identifying chemicals, controlling fires and spills providing evacuation assistance; prepares required reports; assists with related community activities; recruits new volunteers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and TRAINING)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or GED; and Navajo Nation Fire Academy along with Firefighter I and II IFSAC certification

OR

• A high school diploma or GED; and Firefighter I & II IFSAC or ProBoard Certification with two (2) years experience in fire and rescue services.
• Must be eighteen years or older.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A favorable background investigation.
• Possess a valid state driver's license; pass a physical examination and a physical agilit

SPECIAL, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Must have no traffic citations within the past three (3) years. Knowledge of the principles of fire & rescue operations and its functions, skilled in operating a fire apparatus and emergency vehicles, ability to operate and inspect emergency equipment, attend critical meetings in the absents of Fire Lieutenant. Have basic knowledge of principles and practice of emergency medical care at either the first responder or EMT-Basic level and skill in comprehending and transmitting vital information to complete reports.y test as required by the National Fire Standard Form 1001.

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