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Job Title Career Fire Lieutenant (Driver/Operator)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Estimated Annual Salary Range: $54,023 – $86,495 annually
Reports To: Fire Captain
Application: Please email all applications and supporting documentation of position requirements to Assistant Chief Blake Wright blake.wright@northernwakefire.org and Business Officer Kathleen Pitz kathleen.pitz@northernwakefire.org. Applications may also be dropped off with Mrs. Pitz at Station #1 located at 11713 Six Forks Rd Raleigh NC, 27614
Application Link: Microsoft Word – PD107-2.2023[62].docx (nc.gov)
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to provide rapid fire suppression response to protect life and property by controlling and extinguishing fires. Persons in this position drive fire apparatus to fire and emergency scenes, respond to medical emergencies and hazardous conditions, and may fill in as the company officer when needed. This position also maintains firefighting equipment and provides training to the general public on fire prevention awareness and first aid. The Lieutenant will supervise two firefighters.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.
| # |
Code |
Essential Functions |
| 1 |
V |
Drives fire apparatus to fire and emergency scenes, practicing safe driving techniques, setting up aerial equipment, assessing overhead obstructions, controlling traffic, conducting search and rescue extrication, responding to hazardous materials incidents, and maneuvering aerial ladders for tactical fire suppression and rescue operations. |
| 2 |
V |
Operates fire pumps on apparatus correctly by calculating fire flows, determining hose line layout, and regulating water pressure to maintain correct and constant pressure or charge of hose. |
| 3 |
V |
Rescues persons from fire and emergency scenes, utilizing fire apparatus extinguishing equipment to suppress fires, and documenting actions when appropriate. |
| 4 |
L |
When filling in as a company officer, directs schedules and manages work assignments of various shifts of career and volunteer employees. Provides administrative and training support to fire station personnel on firefighting activities and station operating procedures. Provides direction to career and volunteer firefighting personnel in the station. |
| 5 |
M |
Maintains and operates fire apparatus by ensuring fire equipment is response-ready and operating properly, performing minor repairs, driving engines or aerial trucks in various environmental conditions and traffic situations, and operating fire pumps, aerial equipment, and small motor equipment. |
| 6 |
M |
Provides fire and emergency basic medical services by operating fire suppression equipment, providing and assisting with basic medical treatment, lifting and moving patients, and extricating patients as necessary. |
| 7 |
L |
Educates the community about fire safety by responding to citizen inquiries and questions on fire safety, presenting fire safety tips to local schools and businesses, demonstrating appropriate personal actions during fires or emergencies, illustrating proper fire extinguisher use and first aid procedures, and assisting with public tours of the fire station when necessary. |
| 8 |
L |
Maintains current driving, medical, and firefighting certifications by participating in continuing education related to medical, firefighting, driving, and computer skills and completing appropriate paperwork for training received. |
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
| Formal Education / Knowledge |
Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. High school diploma or GED required. |
| Experience |
Three years of fire service experience. |
| Certification and Other Requirements |
NC Firefighter, NC Hazardous Materials Responder 1, NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800, Bloodborne Pathogens Training, NC EMT-Basic, NC Emergency Vehicle Driver, NC Driver/Operator-Pumps, NC Driver/Operator-Aerial, NC Class B Driver’s License |
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
| Reading |
Basic – Ability to recognize the meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. |
| Math |
Intermediate – Ability to deal with systems of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions, and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. |
| Writing |
Basic – Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. |
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
| Sedentary |
Light |
Medium |
Heavy |
Very Heavy |
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X |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
| Frequency |
Description |
| C |
Continuously (2/3 or more of the time) |
| F |
Frequently (From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) |
| O |
Occasionally (Up to 1/3 of the time) |
| R |
Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week) |
| N |
Never (Never occurs) |
| PHYSICAL DEMANDS |
FREQUENCY |
DESCRIPTION |
| Standing |
F |
On ladders and in various hazardous environments |
| Sitting |
O |
Utilizing the computer for medical report writing |
| Walking |
F |
Around fire and emergency scenes |
| Lifting |
F |
Supplies, equipment, and loading and unloading patients from the ambulance |
| Carrying |
F |
Supplies, equipment, and patients when necessary |
| Pushing/Pulling |
F |
Fire and emergency equipment |
| Reaching |
F |
For files, supplies, and equipment |
| Handling |
F |
Medications, supplies, equipment, and other materials |
| Fine Dexterity |
F |
For intravenous medical activities, operating equipment, writing, and typing |
| Kneeling |
F |
During patient care activities and equipment operations |
| Crouching |
F |
Completing fire suppression and medical activities |
| Crawling |
F |
Completing fire suppression and equipment maintenance |
| Bending |
F |
Completing fire suppression and medical activities |
| Twisting |
F |
Completing fire suppression and medical activities |
| Climbing |
O |
Ladders during fire suppression activities |
| Balancing |
F |
On ladder and with fire hoses during fire suppression activities |
| Vision |
C |
During fire suppression and medical activities |
| Hearing |
C |
Responding to fire and emergency calls |
| Talking |
C |
Communicating with patients, firefighters, and other City employees |
| Foot Controls |
F |
Operating apparatus |
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS:
Bunker gear, helmets, self-contained breathing apparatus, bio-hazard protection, gloves, fire boots, ladder belt, safety glasses, hearing protection
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
| D |
Daily |
| W |
Several Times Per Week |
| M |
Several Times Per Month |
| S |
Seasonally |
| N |
Never |
| HEALTH AND SAFETY ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS |
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION |
| Mechanical Hazards |
D |
| Chemical Hazards |
D |
| Electrical Hazards |
D |
| Fire Hazards |
D |
| Explosives |
D |
| Communicable Diseases |
D |
| Physical Danger or Abuse |
D |
| Respiratory Hazards |
W |
| Noise and Vibration |
D |
| Extreme Temperatures |
S |
| Wetness/Humidity |
S |
| Physical Hazards |
D |
| Other (see 1 below) |
N |
| (1) N/A |
Outdoors and Fire Station |
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Apparatus, tools, medical equipment, flashlights, fire hose, hammer, extinguisher, camera, generators, ladders, radio, oxygen, medication, saws, axes, printers, computer, and related software
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
| NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS |
FREQUENCY |
| Time Pressure |
F |
| Emergency Situation |
F |
| Frequent Change of Tasks |
F |
| Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime |
C |
| Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously |
F |
| Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team |
F |
| Tedious or Exacting Work |
F |
| Noisy/Distracting Environment |
F |
| Other (see 3 below) |
F |
| (3) N/A |
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
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