Part Time Firefighter

Work is performed indoors and outdoors, in physically and mentally  stressful situations to include extreme temperatures, contaminated atmosphere, hazardous materials, heights, confined areas and medical trauma situations. Equipment utilized includes computers, emergency vehicles and a variety of fire department vehicles and equipment.

Individual may be subject to all hazards associated with fire suppression and emergency medical service responses, including but not limited to; the dangers associated with inclement weather, unpleasant odors, heat, high noise levels, hazardous materials, burns, hazardous traffic conditions, communicable diseases, and contact with persons under severe emotional stress.
Individuals assigned to this position are accountable to the Captains.

The job duties and responsibilities represented in this job description in no way imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Individuals occupying this position will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by a supervisor. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Work is performed indoors and outdoors, the employee has extensive contact with the public and is routinely exposed to blood, contaminants and/or communicable diseases.  The employee is routinely exposed to hazards such as fire, extreme heat and smoke.  In addition, the employee is required to work in and around unstable structures and may encounter live electrical lines, toxic gases and fumes, and chemical vapors. In the normal course of duties it is often necessary to enter hazardous areas (i.e. fire or automobile accident scenes) which may require the employee to wear personal protective clothing and equipment.

The requirements outlined in this job description may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified for employment in this position. However, some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or  significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Work Environment:
Work is performed indoors and outdoors. The employee has extensive contact with the public, and is routinely exposed to blood, contaminants and/or communicable disease.  The employee is routinely exposed to hazards such as fire, extreme heat and smoke. In addition, the employee is required to work in and around unstable structures and may encounter live electrical lines, toxic gases and fumes, and chemical vapors. In the normal course of duties it is often necessary to enter hazardous areas (i.e. fire or automobile accident scenes) which may require the employee to wear personal protective clothing and equipment. 

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

The requirements outlined in this job description may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified for this position. However, some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves and other employees.  

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer and the Part Time Firefighter and is subject to change as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the job change.