Industrial Firefighter

Job Functions include:

· Response to all fire, hazmat, rescue, and medical incidents within the facility as well as any mutual aid calls received.

· Operate emergency response equipment such as pumping apparatus, portable fire pumps, and response boats for river operations.

· Perform daily and weekly inventories, readiness checks, and preventative maintenance on all equipment under the care of Rural Metro.

· Maintain and inspect the facility’s fire water system, including isolation of leaks and reporting outages.

· Conduct monthly and annual inspections and maintenance on portable fire extinguishers, deluge systems, and safety shower located throughout the facility.

· Participate in monthly and annual required training, and maintain certifications throughout employment.

· Perform daily station duties, i.e. housekeeping.

Minimum Qualifications:

· IFSAC, ProBoard, or DoD Firefighter I

· IFSAC, ProBoard, or DoD HazMat Awareness and Operations

· NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800

· CPR

· Louisiana EMR or the ability to obtain within 6 months or hire

Preferred Qualifications:

· IFSAC, ProBoard, or DoD Firefighter II

· NREMT-B or higher

· Driver Operator Pumper

· HazMat Technician

· Rope Rescue Technician

**Rural Metro's parent company GMR is a federal contractor and as such may be required to show proof of vaccination for COVID-19.  While at this time it is in litigation and no company requirement has been made, it may be mandated as part of your employment if selected. **

• Age: N/A
• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: 1+

Job Requirements:

· Climb ladders and stairs of various heights and designs while transporting rescue equipment, firefighting tools, and/or fire extinguishers.

· Work in potentially hazardous areas and during inclement weather.

· Work on or around waterways.

Schedule:

· Work is performed on a 12 hour rotating schedule from days to nights with a long break of seven (7) days, within a 28 day cycle.

Candidates must:

· Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening

· Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

· Pass a pre-employment background check

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location: Lake Charles.