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Firefighter/Paramedic Job
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| Employer Name: Orange County Fire & Rescue Department |
SpiderID: 2221707 |
| Location: orlando, Florida |
Date Posted: 5/12/2008 |
| Wage: $45,721 |
Category: Firefighter/Paramedic/Emergency |
| Job Code: 4597 |
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| Number Of Openings: various |
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Job Description:
Performs fire suppression as a team member and/or individually by manning hose lines, operating hand held fire suppression equipment, and carrying out related duties in emergency firefighting situations.
Performs emergency medical services on persons injured or ill according to National, State and Departmental guidelines at either an EMT or paramedic level depending upon certification.
Performs rescue functions to extricate victims from occupancies filled with heat, smoke, and toxic gases by entering occupancy and physically removing victims.
Performs rescue and extrication functions of victims involved in vehicular entrapments using specific hand and pneumatic equipment.
Performs salvage and clean-up functions as required at the conclusion of fire-related emergency scenes.
Maintains physical conditioning and physical stamina required to perform firefighting duties.
Performs routine inspections of personal safety equipment in order to ensure equipment is in optimum condition and promptly notifies superiors of deficiencies.
Attends classroom and drill ground training sessions in order to continuously update knowledge and skills required for effective work performance.
Communicates and interacts with co-workers and/or the public either collectively or on a person to person level to receive emergency instructions or relay emergency information.
Participates in Public Relations activities such as school demonstrations, safety demonstrations, etc., to promote the image of the Department as a public safety provider in the community
Performs clean-up and janitorial duties in stations to maintain a clean working and living environment.
Operates Fire Rescue Department emergency vehicles as required.
Performs other related duties as required.
Job Requirements:
THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC
High School graduate or equivalent. Must posses and maintain Florida State Firefighter certification. Must possess and maintain a current Paramedic certification. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a non-user of tobacco products for at least one year, as evidenced by a sworn affidavit of the applicant. Must meet all moral and criminal background guidelines. Must meet medical and physical eligibility standards.
Must possess and maintain a State of Florida driver's license upon the employment start date.
All OCFRD personnel are expected to maintain a level of physical fitness consistent with their job assignment.
Preferences:
Prefer applicants with Valid Florida Driver's Licenses and "D" or "E" Endorsement.
Prefer applicants who are knowledgeable in MicroSoft Office Suite.
Job Criteria:
Start Date: Closing Date 6/08/08
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: Entry-Level
Education Required: High School
Overnight Travel:
Vacation Time: Less Than 2 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Other Benefits
Company Profile:
It is with pride, dedication, and professionalism that members of Orange County Fire Rescue Department (OCFRD) serve the citizens of Orange County. Thus, the recruitment and training of motivated and physically fit individuals possessing these qualities is an on-going commitment of the Training and Recruitment Division.
To Apply please visit www.ocfrd.com or call for more information 407-836-9838
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Katherine Mora |
Company Type: Employer |
| Company: Orange County Fire & Rescue Department |
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| City: Winter Park |
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| State: Florida |
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| Zip: 32793 |
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Web Site: http://www.ocfrd.com
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