Firefighter/EMT - Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Newnan

Newnan Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic. Our primary mission is to preserve life and property through rapid emergency response, code enforcement, education and planning.

The Newnan Fire Department prides itself in teamwork, honesty and integrity. To join the department, it will take determination, motivation and a sense of higher purpose. The Newnan Fire Department has served the City of Homes since 1894.

This is an opportunity to contribute to an amazing team which helps keep this City vital, safe, and functioning well. The City of Newnan offers a work environment within an established and growing community that will provide professional development and the opportunity to make a difference.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to fire and emergency aid alarms; perform firefighting activities including operating firefighting equipment; lay and connect hoses, hose nozzles, and direct fog, chemical, and water streams; raise and climb ladders; use chemical extinguishers, ropes, or related equipment to perform fire combat, confinement, and extinguishment tasks.

• Perform salvage and overhaul activities such as throwing protective covers, sweeping water, moving items from burned areas and removing debris.

• Rescue individuals from danger in situations that could involve fire, chemical, or biological agents, explosive atmospheres, entrapment, or entanglement in vehicles or machinery; use a variety of power and hand tools.

• Respond to request for medical assistance; administer first aid/CPR; assist emergency medical service providers with ill or injured patients by bandaging, splinting, back boarding, extricating, triage, and taking vital signs.

• Maintain fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities; identify equipment problems; make repairs to simple problems and refer other problems to designated staff or supervisor.

• Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; clean and wash walls and floors; care for grounds around the stations and make minor repairs; perform assigned housekeeping duties including making beds and cleaning sleeping and living areas.

• Wash and dry fire hose; perform hose test as required; wash, clean, polish, and maintain fire apparatus; participate in annual pump testing.

• Check fire hydrants for accessibility and water pressure; clean and paint around hydrants.

• Assist in developing plans for special assistance such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, hazardous/biological agents, and emergency aid activities.

• Participate in ongoing training and education in areas such as fire suppression, first aid, and hazardous materials.

• Assist the public as needed in emergency and non-emergency situations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED and minimal experience in firefighting, emergency medical services and hazmat operations, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of citizens or employees of the City.

• Valid State driver's license.

• Possession of National Certification for the Firefighter I level issued by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NPQ) and completion of the Georgia Basic Training Course.

• Must meet and maintain departmental standards on training, emergency vehicle operations certifications, EMT/Paramedic certification and any other standards required by the Georgia Firefighters Standards and Training Council and/or departmental procedures.

This position is full time, non-exempt and eligible for City of Newnan's comprehensive and remarkably affordable benefit package to include:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Options, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• Pension Plan 100% funded by the City of Newnan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan Option
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentive Program

Requires background check, motor vehicle history, physical and drug screen.

Firefighter EMT - starting base $47,742 annually

Firefighter Paramedic - starting base $50,617 annually

Starting rate of pay determined based on experience and certification.

Position is open until filled.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until the number of qualified applicants has been received or until the position is filled. This posting may close at any time without notice.

The City of Newnan is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We value inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Newnan GA. The City of Newnan does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender orientation, national origin, disability or any category protected by applicable federal or state law. All candidates are encouraged to apply.