FIREFIGHTER I

• New hire candidates with greater than 2 years of full-time fire department experience will start at Step 2 ($75,787)
• New hire candidates with greater than 3 years of full-time fire department experience will start at Step 3 ($79,596)
• New hire candidates with greater than 4 years of full-time fire department experience will start at Step 4 ($83,408)

• Must be a licensed Paramedic in the State of Michigan or scheduled to take the exam.
• State of Michigan Firefighter I and II certifications required.
• Valid Michigan driver license, with a good driving record.
• U.S. Citizen
• Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
• CPAT or OPAT must be completed.

• Must pass a psychological evaluation, pre-employment physical, drug screen, criminal history check and background investigation.

• All persons appointed to the position of Firefighter I must serve a 12-month probationary period. This working test period is considered a part of the examination process.

• Performs and administers first aid and emergency treatment in the performance of firefighter related duties.
• Performs manual lifting and carrying using backboards, K.E.D. and "stokes litter" in the evacuation of victims.
• Operates and connects hose lines to standpipes, sprinkler systems, hydrants, and auxiliary appliances in the performance of the work.
• Carries, raises, climbs and lowers straight, roof, attic, footing and extension ladders in the performance of related duties.
• Performs forcible entry and extrication through the use of digging, striking, battering, prying and cutting tools.
• Prepares and maintains various types of hose, nozzles, valves and fittings; rolls, folds, carries, reels, unreels and stows such fire apparatus.
• Operates, maintains and inspects self-contained breathing apparatus, ice/water rescue equipment and hazardous material detection devices.
• Determines horizontal and vertical range, safe working pressures as related to nozzle size, angle of penetration, and the maximum height a nozzle can be set for safe operation.
• Determines the effect of water on fires involving chemicals, steel, concrete, brick and heavy timber related to fire suppression.
• Performs firefighter work in a variety of weather and environmental conditions, including rain, snow, ice, extreme cold and heat, dust, dirt, smoke and chemicals.
• Identifies the fundamentals of pressure, vacuum, flow, head, suction, displacement, friction loss, back pressure, hydrant pressure, engine pressure, capacity, and nozzle pressure.
• Attends in service training sessions in firefighting methods, equipment operation, first aid and emergency treatment, street locations, hydrant locations and other related matters.
• Operates power take-off, aerial ladders and elevated platforms in the performance of the work.
• Identifies mechanical defects, loose parts, unusual noises and the effects of abrasive material on related equipment.
• Operates and maintains pressure and pump type extinguishers in the performance of the work.
• Identifies the fundamentals of Type I, II, III, IV and V construction; purposes of smoke towers, monitors, fire escapes, roof ventilators, skylights, dumb waiters and elevators; their advantages and disadvantages to fire control.
• Studies modern methods of fire prevention and protection reviewing media such as magazines, books, news- letters and records of fires and their causes.
• Monitors and determines flow when friction loss is known.
• Identifies the fundamentals of fuses, circuit breakers, lighting arresters, grounding devices, and related electrical components.
• Transmits and receives still, special, greater and telephone alarms.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

• Performs housekeeping and grounds maintenance duties at a fire station such as making beds, cooking, cleaning windows, floors, walls and woodwork, and mowing lawns.
• Prepares manuscripts, reports, specifications, requisitions, and department forms, per department rules and regulations.
• Participates in special details and/or assemblies in the promotion of positive public relations.
• Performs related work as required.

• Considerable knowledge of first aid and emergency treatment methods.
• Some knowledge of modern firefighting methods.
• Ability to read and comprehend job related materials such as manuals, codes, directives, general orders, textbooks and professional literature.
• Ability to understand and apply mechanical principles to the operation of all equipment and firefighting methods and procedures.
• Ability to recognize and diagnose mechanical problems and to take effective corrective action to remedy such problems.
• Ability to communicate with others in a clear, concise, calm manner, supplying correct information in a manner in which the receiver understands it.
• Ability to work effectively with others as a member of a team; to accept supervision in a positive manner; to display tact and concern for the feelings of others: and to be fair in dealing with all coworkers as well as the public.
• Ability to evaluate a situation and decide what action should be taken in given circumstances.  Included is the ability to identify the source of a problem, evaluate its seriousness, solve problems quickly in emotionally charged situations and decide which action or method is best to use, given available options.
• Ability to perform tasks which require strength, stamina, speed, coordination, balance, dexterity and, in general, a high level of physical fitness.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical skills, to understand formulas, equations, mathematical principles, and other quantitative or numerical subject matter.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical subject matter such as:  tables, graphs, data, monographs, technical specifications and charts.
• Ability to perform light to heavy lifting, carrying, loading and unloading of victims and equipment averaging 150 pounds.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING / LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Michigan and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must have completed Paramedic training and possess a valid State of Michigan Paramedic license as required to perform this work.
• Applicants must have completed and passed the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) through Schoolcraft College or Oakland Physical Agility Test (OPAT).
• State of Michigan Firefighter I and II certification required.
• All required certifications and licenses must be attached to the application at the time of submission.

POST-OFFER REQUIREMENTS:

Satisfactory completion of a criminal history check (including sex offender registry, if applicable) and a drug screen that tests for illegal drugs as defined by the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act, excluding substances legalized under Michigan law.