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CITY OF RACINE Firefighter in RACINE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Description We offer a great benefits package including medical, dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off. City residents will earn a 3% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and apply today! INTRODUCTION Established in 1843, the Racine Fire Department is one of the oldest fire departments in Wisconsin, rich in history and tradition. Today, as one of Wisconsin\'s busiest departments, the Racine Fire Department continues to strive for excellence and provide first-rate services to the citizens of Racine from six fire stations. The Racine Fire Department operates with 136 authorized sworn firefighter positions and a total Department staff of 141. The Racine Fire Department aims to protect and provide service above all else. Fire Protection is provided to the over 80,000 citizens of Racine. Racine firefighters are committed to providing the highest quality of courteous and responsive service through comprehensive strategies and training, including fire suppression, emergency medical care, community risk reduction, hazardous material response, technical rescue, semi-annual building inspections, and fire investigations. The fire department and its employees are critical components of the long-term health and safety of the community and its visitors. POSITION PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Company Officer or higher ranking fire personnel, the Firefighter is responsible for protecting the community from both non-emergency and emergency situations to include community risk reduction, firefighting, emergency medical services, technical rescue, hazardous materials, as well as maintain physical facilities and equipment in a state of readiness. The position of Firefighter is a highly skilled and technical position which involves extensive training and education to maintain and enhance knowledge, skills and abilities in accordance with department Standard Operating Procedures and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 1001) Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Comply with all department policies and procedures. Understand and apply concepts identified with the Racine Fire Department vision, mission and values. Able to read, write, listen and comprehend instructions, information or reports. Effectively communicate with department personnel, other City departments, and private citizens. Must be able to carry out orders and assignments in both non-emergency and emergency situations. Respond to all types of emergency incidents to provide; life safety, incident stabilization and property conservation. Meet all essential job functions requirements of NFPA Standards 1001. Operate hand and specialized power tools and equipment while wearing personal protective equipment to suppress fires, rescue and extricate victims, administer advanced out of hospital... For full info follow application link. The City of Racine is an EOE/AA/ADA Employer ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/8E3A823A530047C9