Firefighter Recruit

About the Department

As a condition of employment with the City of Plant City Fire Rescue Department, candidates must attend and successfully graduate from a local Fire and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Academy. Upon completion of the academy, candidates are required to take and pass the State Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician Certification Examinations. Successful certification is necessary to qualify for and maintain employment with the City of Plant City Fire Rescue Department This is beginning level firefighting and emergency medical services (EMS) work for the purpose of training to become a Firefighter/EMT or Paramedic, involving initial academic and on-the-job, in-service training and development prior to receiving State certification and promotion to Firefighter/EMT or Paramedic upon graduation from the Fire Academy and EMT or Paramedic school. Employees in this position are expected to be able to perform all work tasks and comply with any work schedules, attendance, or duty requirements which may be established by City of Plant City or Plant City Fire Department.

As a condition of employment with the City of Plant City Fire Rescue Department, candidates must attend and successfully graduate from a local Fire and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Academy.

Upon completion of the academy, candidates are required to take and pass the State Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician Certification Examinations.

Successful certification is necessary to qualify for and maintain employment with the City of Plant City Fire Rescue Department

This is beginning level firefighting and emergency medical services (EMS) work for the purpose of training to become a Firefighter/EMT or Paramedic, involving initial academic and on-the-job, in-service training and development prior to receiving State certification and promotion to Firefighter/EMT or Paramedic upon graduation from the Fire Academy and EMT or Paramedic school. Employees in this position are expected to be able to perform all work tasks and comply with any work schedules, attendance, or duty requirements which may be established by City of Plant City or Plant City Fire Department.

Attend a local EMT program as well as a state-approved Fire Academy with successful completion of both programs and passing state exams.

Learning how to don personal protective equipment, work in enclosed areas, deploy and connect hoses, hold nozzles that direct water streams, raise and climb ladders, use fire extinguishers, prying tools, ropes, and other fire and medical equipment.

Cleans and maintains fire station facilities and equipment and other related apparatus.

Recruits shall not represent themselves as sworn firefighters.

Recruits shall not utilize Plant City Fire Rescue office facilities or equipment for any purposes other than authorized training.

Recruits shall conform to physical standards as required by Plant City Fire Rescue.

All recruits shall be provided with a copy of the standard operating procedures manual, and all recruits shall familiarize themselves with department SOPs.

Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.

• Attend a local EMT program as well as a state-approved Fire Academy with successful completion of both programs and passing state exams.
• Learning how to don personal protective equipment, work in enclosed areas, deploy and connect hoses, hold nozzles that direct water streams, raise and climb ladders, use fire extinguishers, prying tools, ropes, and other fire and medical equipment.
• Cleans and maintains fire station facilities and equipment and other related apparatus.
• Recruits shall not represent themselves as sworn firefighters.
• Recruits shall not utilize Plant City Fire Rescue office facilities or equipment for any purposes other than authorized training.
• Recruits shall conform to physical standards as required by Plant City Fire Rescue.
• All recruits shall be provided with a copy of the standard operating procedures manual, and all recruits shall familiarize themselves with department SOPs.
• Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of general fire department operations.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, basic mathematics and correct English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations. Ability to learn and comply with department rules, regulations and policies.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and learn the geography of the city, location of fire hydrants and major fire hazards.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other City employees, outside agencies and the general public.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of duties and methods within a reasonable training period.
• Ability and willingness to learn new methods and techniques. Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Special Requirements
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license
• Failure to obtain or maintain the required certifications will result in disqualification or termination of employment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of general fire department operations.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, basic mathematics and correct English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to emergency situations.

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable Physical Skills Constant Frequent Occasional N/A Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over) X Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.) X Light lifting (under 15 lbs.) X Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over) X Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.) X Light carrying (under 15 lbs.) X Reaching above shoulder X Use of fingers X Both hands required_ X Climbing (use of legs and arms) X Climbing (legs only) X Good near vision X Good distant vision X Both eyes required X Depth perception X Distinguishing basic colors X Distinguishing shades of colors X Good hearing (with or without hearing aid) X Straight pulling X Pulling hand over hand X Pushing X Walking X Standing X Crawling X Kneeling X Bending X Balancing X Stooping X Jumping X Running X Throwing X Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.) X Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.) X Other Environmental Conditions : Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable Environment Constant Frequent Occasional N/A Work Inside X Work Outside X In the Heat X In the Cold X In High Humidity X In Dampness or Chilliness X In Dry Conditions X In or with Noisy Conditions X In Darkness X In or with Dusty Conditions X With Silica, Asbestos, etc. X With Fumes or Gases X With Smoke or Flames X With Chemicals X With Solvents X With Grease or Oils X With Radiant Energy X With Electrical Energy X On Slippery Surfaces X On Uneven Surfaces X In or With Moving Objects X In or With Ladders/Scaffolding X At Heights above Ground Level X Below Ground Level X In Water X With Explosives X With Poor Ventilation X With Odors X With Unusual Fatigue Factors X Other Relevant Information: X Emergency Responsibilities : In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, Emergency Management or City Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Constant = 2/3 or more of the time

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time

N/A = Not applicable

Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over)

Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.)

Light lifting (under 15 lbs.)

Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over)

Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.)

Light carrying (under 15 lbs.)

Reaching above shoulder

Use of fingers

Both hands required_

Climbing (use of legs and arms)

Climbing (legs only)

Good near vision

Good distant vision

Both eyes required

Depth perception

Distinguishing basic colors

Distinguishing shades of colors

Good hearing (with or without hearing aid)

Straight pulling

Pulling hand over hand

Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.)

Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.)

Constant = 2/3 or more of the time

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time

N/A = Not applicable

In the Heat

In the Cold

In or with Noisy Conditions

In or with Dusty Conditions

With Silica, Asbestos, etc.

Eligibility : Coverage in the City’s group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.

Additional Benefits include: City of Plant City contributes 8% of your pay to a 401 (a) Vacation Leave Sick Leave Paid Holidays Group Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Deferred Compensation 457(b) traditional and 457(b) Roth To learn more details, visit our Benefits Page .

• City of Plant City contributes 8% of your pay to a 401 (a)
• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Group Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) traditional and 457(b) Roth

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