Firefighter

Company Description

Lynn Haven is a city in Bay County, Florida, United States, north of Panama City. We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, we encourage you to continue with this job application!

EEO/AA Employer Drug-free Workplace

Job Description

The Firefighter responds to emergencies and works to protect people, the environment, and property from all types of accident and emergencies. He or she primarily performs emergency response services relating to fire suppression (building, trash, automobile, wild land, etc.), hazardous material releases, natural disasters and mass casualty events, and emergency medical services. In addition, he or she works closely with the local community performing fire prevention and safety education duties, increasing the community's awareness of fire safety awareness to help prevent fires and accidents.
Firefighters must maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities that are consistent with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001, Standard For Firefighter Professional Qualifications.
Work entails regular exposure to dangerous situations under disagreeable conditions, including natural disasters, extreme heat or cold, dense smoke and fumes, extreme heights, emergency driving, traffic hazards, toxic or explosive atmospheres, exposure to infectious diseases (e.g. tuberculosis, hepatitis, AIDS) with medical emergencies, long shifts with little sleep, and wearing and working in fire department breathing apparatus for extended periods of time. Firefighters will work in areas where vision is limited and/or at extreme heights, including rooftops or on ladders. Firefighters may be assigned to special operational teams that expose them to additional life-threatening hazards and dangers. Firefighters are required to work 24-hour shift assignments, living, eating, and sleeping at the station for the entire period, including weekends and holidays, and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice. Firefighters, male and female, sleep in dormitory style quarters.
Firefighters are required to wear protective gear and carry appropriate tools weighing a combined total of up to or over 100 pounds and wear self-contained breathing apparatus while exposed to extreme hot and cold environments. While performing emergency medical assistance and rescue activities, a firefighter may pull, lift, or carry victims and move equipment requiring the heavy use of arm, stomach, back, and leg muscles. Emergency situations may require firefighters to work in small, cramped spaces that require stooping, crouching, kneeling, and crawling. The tools used by a firefighter require precise arm-hand-eye coordination and movements, such as when operating a chain saw or rescue equipment. The operation of firefighting equipment often requires the coordinated movement of more than one limb simultaneously. Firefighters must have the ability to hear a variety of warning devices and alarms, gas leaks, or calls for help. Some rescue duties require the operation of mechanical rescue equipment and the monitoring of proper safety techniques. A firefighter must be able to distinguish among colors, including the color of smoke and flame, in order to determine the type or source of the fire or to identify other potentially dangerous situations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Firefighters must be able to make quick, lucid decisions during physically and mentally stressful situations. Fire operations are dangerous and extremely dynamic situations requiring rapid, accurate decisions frequently involving the life and safety of firefighters and civilians. The fire service is paramilitary in nature and firefighters, during emergency operations, receive orders that must be carried out promptly and without question.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds immediately and safely to emergency calls and requests for assistance
• Attends emergency incidents including fires, road accidents, floods, terrorist incidents, spillages of dangerous substances, and rail and air crashes
• Rescues trapped people and animals
• Minimizes distress and suffering, including giving first aid before ambulance crews arriveInspects and maintains vehicles and equipment and helps test fire hydrants and check emergency water supplies
• Participates in drills, physical training, and training on techniques, use of equipment, and related matters
• Maintains the level of physical fitness necessary to carry out all duties
• Educates and informs the public to promote fire safety by giving talks in schools and to local organizations
• Completes any reports or logs
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in Fire Science or other related coursework preferred
• Successful completion of firefighting academy, including passing written and physical examinations
• Previous professional experience highly preferred
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and AED certification required
• Licensed as an EMT/Paramedic a plusValid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Must have the physical ability to perform the essential functions as described
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsHighly professional and dependable
• Able to work well under pressure and manage stress effectively
• Willing to work a flexible schedule and irregular work hours

Benefits

The City of Lynn Haven offers a competitive, robust benefits plan, with the City covering 100% of the cost of various benefits to include MDLive, Life and Accident Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition, the employee may opt to add additional insurance. A list of all available benefits is as follows:

• MDLive - Virtual Medical Care (provided by the City)
• $100,000 of Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (provided by the City)
• Long-term Disability Insurance (provided by the City)
• Major Medical Insurance (Florida Blue-Blue Options)
• Dental Insurance (MetLife)
• Vision Insurance (MetLife VSP)
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance Options
• Flexible Spending Account

Employees also earn Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO), Paid Holidays, as well as time off for jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.

The City also provides a DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN, including a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP).

Submittal deadline - Open

OPEN UNTIL FILLED