Firefighter Recruit

City of Danville | Danville, KY

Date Posted: 5/22/2021 1:04:08 PM

Description:

City of Danville, Kentucky Firefighter - Recruit THE CITY OF DANVILLE:

The City of Danville is located 35 miles southwest of Lexington and is a thriving community with a population of 17,000. The City has a highly efficient infrastructure, water treatment and wastewater facilities, police and fire services, quality school system, and a highly educated workforce. Danville is the home of Centre College, which is among the most prestigious small liberal arts colleges in America. The City of Danville is also the business hub to a 5 county, 100,000 + region. POSITION

SUMMARY: This is an entry level position that will receive training towards obtaining state fire certification to allow them to provide fire safety and suppression services within the City of Danville. This position will work under direct supervision assisting staff performing firefighting work in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires. Work will involve performing basic fire service duties assisting fire personnel on fire scenes, emergency medical calls, and equipment and facilities maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Assist fire personnel responding to alarms, fires, rescues, extrications, and other emergencies.
• Assist with fire personnel with essential emergency scene functions, including hose pulls and lays, operation of nozzles in the application of fire streams, raise and climb ladders, use of extinguishers, use of forcible entry tools.
• Capable of performing strenuous activity while wearing full protective clothing and equipment, including bunker coat and pants, fire boots, helmets, gloves, and full self-containing breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• Capable of assisting fire personnel performing rescue activities involving standing, crawling, or climbing, and being able to pull or otherwise remove a potential victim from a fire or other rescue situation.
• Assist in perform salvage and overhaul operations including moving heavy objects, sweeping water, removing debris, and pulling ceilings and drywall as needed. • Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate via radio and telephone.
• Capable of working under stress and duress at any hour of the day or night without becoming excitable or loss of control.
• Must be able to follow orders and direction and be able to respond in a timely manner.
• Participates regularly in training sessions, both hands-on and classroom instructions, on firefighting, emergency medical rescue, incident command, equipment maintenance, etc.
• Performs general maintenance and upkeep of departmental equipment, facilities, grounds, and buildings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILTIES:

• Extensive knowledge of the geography of the City of Danville, or the ability to learn the geography of the City and surrounding areas.
• Ability to evaluate situations and display independent judgement and decision making abilities.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to operate fire department vehicles in normal driving and emergency modes.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining relationships with departmental staff, City employees, elected officials, public safety agencies, and the general public.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with a high sense of urgency in emergency situations in a calm and efficient manner. • Capable of working in a highly stressful hazardous duty environment.
• Ability to work 24hr shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Prior voluntary or part-time fire service experience is preferred, but not required.
• Must have valid and current Kentucky driver’s license.

BENEFITS:

• 100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Paid Life Insurance
• Vacation Pay
• Sick Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Longevity Incentive Pay
• Educational Assistance
• KY CERS Non-Hazardous Duty Retirement
•  $4000 Annual State Fire Incentive Upon Complete of Fire Certification.

Salary Information: COMPENSATION: The salary for this position is $25,872 annually. The salary will increase to a rang
Application Deadline: 07/31/2021

Application Process: The position will remain open until filled with the most qualified candidate. To be considered for this position please e-mail a completed application to Human Resources at rboyd@danvilleky.gov.

Applications can also be mailed or dropped off at the following address:
Danville City Hall
445 West Main St.
Danville, KY 40422

For more information about this position and/or the recruitment and hiring process you may contact Human Resources at 859-936-6866. A detailed job description is available upon request. The City of Danville provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other trait or characteristic protect by federal, state, and local laws.

Randy Boyd
HR Director
445 West Main St
Danville, KY 40422