Firefighter

About This Role

<br><strong><u>General Definition and Conditions of Work</u></strong><p>Performs intermediate protective service work in fire suppression and emergency service duties; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Work may be performed under emergency conditions and may involve considerable hazard.</p><p> </p><p>This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling: verbal communication is required for conveying, detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly: hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels: visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, operation of machines, operation of motor ve

Requirements

<p>Thorough knowledge of the modern principles and techniques of fire suppression, including elimination of dangerous conditions; thorough knowledge of the geography of the city; general knowledge of the principle practices of building construction and electrical and mechanical systems; ability to recognize existing and potential fire hazards in a wide variety of structures and installations; ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions; ability to interpret rules and regulations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.</p>