Engineer
General Statement of Duties
Performs responsible fire suppression and incident response activities including operating fire apparatus and participating in firefighting.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
An employee in this class participates in the operations of fire suppression and incident response personnel and operations at the fire station. The employee participates in incident response, including operation of fire apparatus, firefighting, equipment, facilities maintenance, and fire/rescue training. Work requires that the employee stay abreast of state-of-the-art fire suppression and rescue procedures, techniques, and equipment and requires the employee to incorporate the necessary changes into in-service training. Ability to make effective decisions under pressure is required in all aspects of work, particularly in operating apparatus during fire response. The employee is subject to the hazards associated with incident response work including working in inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold temperatures, loud noise, vibration, moving parts, high heat, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, oils, wearing respirators, and working in close quarters. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation, conferences, and written reports concerning the quality and effectiveness of work completed.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Tasks:
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Responds to fire and emergency calls by completing fire suppression activities for residential and commercial structures, vehicles, rubbish and grass areas, operating apparatus, removing hazards from emergency scenes, rescuing persons from fire and emergency scenes, utilizing fire extinguishing and extraction equipment to suppress fires and documenting actions when appropriate.
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Drive fire apparatus and/or operate fire apparatus on emergency calls or at incident scene.
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Operate numerous types of rescue, emergency and fire suppression equipment and apparatus as necessary; operate, inspect, repair, and perform other technical tasks related to maintaining the apparatus, equipment, and facilities in the area of assignment.
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Responds to a variety of hazardous materials incidents; to perform defensive and offensive activities which will be dependent upon levels of certification in accordance with state and federal regulations; maintain knowledge and training about hazardous materials.
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Study street and occupancy locations in assigned district; studying building plans and fire prevention systems in buildings in assigned district.
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Use departmental computer equipment to input, review and access records, information and other various data.
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Operate rescue vehicle and related equipment; clean and maintain supplies, materials and equipment aboard rescue vehicles; submit requisitions for additional materials and supplies as necessary.
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Performs inspections and maintenance on fire hydrants in accordance with the Fire Department policy.
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Provides basic emergency medical services by responding to emergency site, assessing the medical needs of patients, determining best immediate basic treatment, administering life support, utilizing trained medical skills, operating life-saving equipment, lifting and moving patients and extricating patients as necessary, assisting patients to emergency centers, completing medical reports, stocking medical supplies and documenting all services provided.
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Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station property by performing preventive maintenance on equipment and machinery, ensuring apparatus is operating properly and safely, determining if problematic or faulty parts exist, replacing faulty parts.
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Educate the community about fire safety by responding to citizen inquires and questions on fire safety, presenting fire safety tips to local schools and businesses, demonstrating appropriate personal actions during fires or emergencies, illustrating proper fire extinguisher use and first aid procedures and assisting with public tours of the fire station when necessary.
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Maintain current medical and firefighting certifications by participating in continuing education related to medical, firefighting, driving and computer skills. Also completing appropriate paperwork for training received.
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Maintains fire station property by performing interior and exterior building maintenance such as mowing lawn, assisting with fire station activities and documenting maintenance actions when appropriate.
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Acts in the absence of Fire Captain on assigned shift.
Additional Job Duties:
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Performs related duties as required by the Fire Chief or his/her designee
Special Requirements:
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At least 21 years of age
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High School diploma or GED
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Valid NC Class B Driver’s License
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NC Driver Operator Certification
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NC Driver Operator Aerials Certification within 1 year of hire
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NC Firefighter Certification
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Minimum NC Technical Rescuer
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Minimum NC Hazardous Material Operation Level
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NIMS 100,200,700, and 800
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Emergency Medical Technician
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing.
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Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 150 + pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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Must possess visual acuity to size up the color, volume, and extent of fire involvement in structures, to operate heavy fire apparatus in emergency situations, and to prepare records and reports.
Special Note:
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Employee shall be classified as a non-exempt employee.
