REPORTS TO: Fire Sergeant or Fire Lieutenant, depending on the job assignment
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System – Requires satisfactory completion of a 12-month probationary period.
PAY GRADE : FD02
SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes - Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.
Purpose of Job
The purpose of this job is to protect lives and property endangered by fire and other emergency situations, to promote fire prevention and safety activities, and to educate the public. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing fire suppression activities, performing rescue, salvage and overhaul operations, driving and operating apparatus, administering first response emergency medical care, inspecting and maintaining fire apparatus equipment, conducting station tours, and performing additional tasks as assigned.
Job Related Requirements
WORK SCHEDULE: While assigned to Shift: On duty 24 hours, off duty 48 hours (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. the following day). While assigned to Training, Community Risk Reduction, or Special Assignment: 40-hour work week. Subject to callbacks occasionally. Weekends, holidays and overtime are required
May be required to work on religious holidays.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.
Emergency Position
This position is designated as an emergency position that requires your attendance at work under all types of emergency conditions. Some examples of emergencies include inclement weather, utility failure, fire or other forced evacuations or as determined by the Manager.
Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
High School diploma or equivalent. Comparable career (full time) fire and rescue experience along with equivalent firefighter recruit training (NPQ Firefighter II, NPQ Hazardous Materials - Awareness and Operations, and EMT certification).
These certifications must be maintained throughout employment with Fire and Emergency Services.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must be able to meet the current requirements set forth by the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Act.
Proof of vaccinations for the following are required on date of hire:
• MMR
• TB test
• Hep B
• Tdap (within last 5 years)
Must have no felony convictions within the past 10 years.
$51220-$57246 per YEAR Employment Type: Full-Time