CENTRAL LYON COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION- RESERVE FIREFIGHTER

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The Central Lyon County Fire Protection District has developed a reserve firefighter program that focuses on providing valuable training and “hands on” experience for individuals desiring a career in the fire service. Minimum qualifications for this program are High School graduation or GED equivalent, a valid Class C driver’s license, Firefighter One certification and current EMT Basic certification. For more information on this program and employment opportunities, contact the training division at 246-6209.

DEFINITION:

This position is designed to function under direct supervision as adjunct staff, and to foster career development to attain the goal of permanent employment in the fire service industry.

SALARY:

$6.15 - $8.00 hourly, depending on assignment.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Attends All Risk training, reads and understands assigned materials related to emergency medical care, firefighting and fire prevention. Performs the necessary tasks associated within the certified level of EMT-Basic and all state approved basic skills and must maintain all required certifications.

Responds to incidents, operates appropriate firefighting apparatus, EMS, rescue and hazardous materials equipment; safely operate a variety of vehicles in accordance with state and local statutes. Is comfortable in confined spaces and wearing SCBA.

• Attends training sessions as required by the District Fire Chief.
• Performs general maintenance work in the up-keep of the Fire District property, facilities and Apparatus.
• Accurately maintains and completes all required paperwork and documentation.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 Knowledge of basic Life Support Skills, procedures, and accurately reports information to Base Hospitals, and Physicians.

Ability to utilize emergency medical equipment in a proficient manner, communicate concisely, clearly and effectively in both written and verbal form. Establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with those contacted during the course of work.

Knowledge of the strategy/tactics, principles, practices and procedures of basic firefighting, the Incident Command System, Hazardous Materials and rescue response.

Ability to analyze firefighting situations, hazardous materials incidents, rescue situations and adopt effective courses of action.

Knowledge of all applicable rules, regulations and operational procedures involved in fire and ambulance services.

Ability to act in accordance with the Fire District, State and Federal laws, regulations, operational procedures, policies and statutes.

Follows and relays instructions and information accurately.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 Graduated from High School or GED equiv.

18 years old.

Current valid certification as an EMT-Basic

Firefighter I certification

Valid Class C Drivers License

Completed the annual required Firefighter physical and drug screen

Ability to obtain valid Class B Nevada Drivers License with F endorsement within 6 months of hiring.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

 2 years experience as a firefighter within an active Volunteer Fire Department.

Nevada certification as an EMT-Intermediate.

Hazardous Materials Operations level with Decon.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

 Candidates will be required to submit to a background investigation.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING
JOB APPLICATIONS – RESERVE FIREFIGHTER

• Complete Reserve Firefighter Application
• Attach copy of Firefighter One Certification, EMT Certification, proof of valid drivers license
• Reserve firefighter packets are to be submitted in person at the Fire District Office at 231 Corral Drive, Dayton, NV 89403

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