Firefighter/EMT I Full-Time at Constellis
Kingsport, TN 37660-1048
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY
Full-time firefighter under the direction of the shift captain, firefighters/driver operators perform structural and ARFF firefighting related functions as well as other duties as assigned.at Holston Army Ammunition Plant located at Kingsport, TN.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform all duties as set forth in the job description for Firefighter / Driver Operator.
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency request for service.
- Perform required training and maintain required state and local certifications/licenses.
- Document information on prescribed forms and submit reports in accordance with company policy.
- Operate an emergency vehicle in accordance with state laws and company policy.
- Perform required vehicle, equipment and station inspections and maintenance, pre-fire planning, public education and other collateral duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate the attitude of a professional to include maintaining professional appearance and courteous, ethical behavior.
- Participate in professional education and fitness training
- Work as in integral team player interacting positively with other employees and contributing to regional and corporate goals.
- Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 18 years of age
- US Citizen
- GED or High School Diploma
- Valid drivers' license and driving history acceptable to the customer
- Ability to pass a background check acceptable to customer
- Ability to pass pre-employment Firefighter/DOT physical, Drug Screen, and Physical Ability Test (PAT)
- Ability to obtain driver qualifications on all apparatus within one (1) year of appointment
- IFSAC or NPQS Firefighter I/II or ability to obtain with six (6) months of appointment
- IFSAC or NPQS Haz Mat Operations or ability to obtain with six (6) months of appointment
- NREMT/LABEM EMR or the ability to obtain within twenty-four (24) months of appointment
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 or ability to obtain with six (6) months of appointment
- Current AHA CPR (Professional Rescuer Level)
- EMT Required
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Ability to work during inclement weather
- Subject to high noise levels
- Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
- May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Heavy work: Exerting up to 200 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Must have visual and audio acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment, machines such as fire equipment and apparatuses.
- May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather
- May be required to be fitted for and/or wear a respirator
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, often without breaks, and may be required to climb stairs or ladders and walk-up inclines and on uneven terrain.
- Must meet all physical and psychological standards as required by the contract