Job Opportunities with Townsend Fire-EMS

02 June 2008
The Townsend Fire-EMS Department, 13 Elm Street, P.O. Box 910, Townsend, MA 01469 is seeking applications to fill one (1) Full-time Firefighter/EMT-Paramedic position. Candidates meeting the qualifications outlined below and included in the Firefighter/EMT-Paramedic, Town of Townsend Job description, are to mail or hand deliver their intent with resume and attached references outlining qualifications to the Chief Donald Klein. Cut off for application submission is Monday, July 7, 2008, at noon.

Job Description, Job Responsibilities, and Job Qualifications: In addition to the Qualifications and Requirements outlined in the job description, the selected candidate must:

• Have a minimum; a high school diploma or equivalent; two years or greater experience within an organized fire department; EMT-P (Emergency Medical Technician at the Paramedic Level) with experience working for an fire or private based ambulance service, active Class D drivers license or higher; current CPR certification; and a State issued Firefighter I/II certification preferred.
• Applicants must provide 5 references that can attest to skills, experience, and interpersonal skills, as outlined below.
• Candidates must posses very good oral and written communications skills, present a positive public image, have both a mechanical and computer aptitude, relate well to children and senior citizens, work well with others, able to develop public confidence and respect, work independently, and be self-motivated.
• Candidates must also be a non-smoker; submit to a background check, pass a department physical and psychological evaluation; meet the State of Massachusetts Medical and Physical Fitness Standard requirements. In addition, must live in the Town of Townsend or within 15 mile radius of fire headquarters within 6 months of hire date and remain within this distance during employment, and shall respond to off-hour incidents as directed by the chief in accordance with the current department policy.
• Hired firefighter must sign an employment agreement to maintain EMT-Paramedic Certification during time of employment.

Wages: This is a 40 per week position with an hourly rate of $17.24 per hour for annualized compensation of $35,998 and benefits as outline for non-union employees. A copy of the job description can be obtained from the Chief of the Department.

Applications will only be accepted from those meeting the qualifications listed above. All applicants must submit: Resume, 5 references (with name, address, phone and availability), High School or higher diploma, fire department work experience, copy of EMT-P card, CPR Card, Copy of drivers license, and Firefighter I/II certificate.

On Call Firefighters

Being an On Call Firefighter offers one reward few other jobs can match…. Few jobs offer you the opportunity to save a life!

As an On Call Firefighter you could be called upon for Fire and / or Medical Emergencies at a moment’s notice.

That is why we need individuals with a strong desire to help others, people with courage and dedication to do the job they do.

Townsend Fire Department wants you to join its 25-member firefighting force and become an important part of your community.

Interested in this position?

You can pick up an application and job description at: www.townsendfire-ems.org

Townsend Fire-EMS Headquarters
13 Elm Street
Townsend, MA 01469
978-597-8150
Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00PM

Call Firefighter Job Descriptions

Responsibilities:

Respond to fire, hazardous material, rescue and medical emergencies.

Attend training and meetings as per department rules and regulations.

Job Environment:

Firefighting duties during emergencies involve the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions in protecting life and property, and frequently require strenuous physical exertion under handicaps of smoke, extreme heat, gases and cramped surroundings. Work is of an emergency nature - fast paced and under pressure.

Examples of Work

Emergency Response:

• Drive and operate equipment and equipage of heavy apparatus such as aerial platforms, aerial ladder trucks, hose wagons, pumpers, rescue trucks, and similar firefighting apparatus.
• Lay, couple, connect hose, advance hose into burning buildings to direct fog or water streams, use various heavy stream appliances and extinguishers.
• Place, erect and climb ladders (including aerial ladders), ventilate burning buildings and areas, use forcible entry tools if necessary to force locked doors, windows and skylights, and to saw or chop opening in roofs, partitions and ceilings.
• Enter burning buildings to evacuate and rescue persons in danger, raising ladders, stretchers, life-lines, and administer emergency medical care.
• Perform emergency rescue and extrication work under various conditions.
• Spread salvage covers, remove excess water and debris, secure buildings against rekindling, trespassers and weather.
• Attend departmental drills, company drills, and training classes.
• When reporting for duty, must have clothing in conformity with the rules and directives.
• Comply with State laws pertaining to First Responders (including but not limited to standard First Aid and C.P.R.).

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Townsend Fire Department Recruit Training Program, Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Firefighter Recruit Training or nationally recognized training program.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license - preferably a Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Certification in CPR and First Responder.

Knowledge:

Emergency firefighting duties require familiarity with the standards and procedures of the Fire Department, knowledge of the apparatus (including driving and operating pumps), and certification in both CPR and First Responder.

Abilities:

• For emergency responses, must be able to work in dangerous, difficult settings under extreme pressure.
• Maintain working relationships with members of other departments in Townsend and with representatives from a variety of state agencies.
• Interface with the public effectively and professionally (home and business inspections).
• Ability to work unsupervised for long periods of time.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to drive a car, fire apparatus.
• Able to lift and carry loads of 100+ lbs.
• Able to climb aerial ladder while in full turnout gear with SCBA.
• Able to work in confined spaces.

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This site was updated on 26 August 2008 at 07:56 EDT.