Firefighter/EMS - (Biddeford, ME)

Firefighter/EMS BASIC PURPOSE: Performs skilled emergency and non-emergency tasks in the areas of fire prevention, fire suppression, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, and emergency medical services for the protection of life and property for the citizens of our jurisdiction. JOB ASSIGNMENTS: The Firefighter/EMS primary duties are as follows: Drives, operates, and maintains Fire Department equipment and apparatus. Provides emergency medical service and pre-hospital care to the sick and injured. Drives or rides Fire Department apparatus to alarms, places equipment, extends and connects hoses and nozzles, raises and climbs ladders, uses chemical extinguishing agents and other tools and equipment as required. Performs fire suppression duties, including nozzle operations, forcible entry, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, pump operations, etc. Removes citizens and firefighters from danger and administers emergency medical aid as required.