General Description
Provides basic and advanced life support and emergency medical service. Performs fire suppression, fire prevention and emergency response activities. Maintains the station and equipment and performs related administrative functions.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience as a Fire Fighter.
*Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Special Job Requirements
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification
Arizona Fire Fighter I and II Certification
TFD Paramedic Certification
Arizona Department of Health Services Paramedic Certification
HazMat First Responder Certification
Pre-employment Medical Testing Requirements
NFPA Physical
Hep A Vaccine (follow City of Tucson protocol)
Hep B Vaccine (follow City of Tucson protocol)
MMR
TB Skin Test
Non-NIDA Drug Test
Physical Abilities Test
Other Information
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Occupational Group Code: 35
Occupation Group Description: Fire
EEO Job Category Code: D
EEO Job Category Description: Protective Service Workers
Organizational Level: First Level Employee
NCCI: 7710
Bargaining Unit: TFFA
Driving Requirements
The following information pertains to driving requirements for this classification with the City of Tucson. Under "Driving Level" None, Secondary or Primary, refers to the driving responsibility as it relates to the essential functions of the classification. License Type, is just that, the type of Arizona Driving License required for the classification. If the position requires a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), the endorsements will be listed under "Endorsements." Under Safety Sensitive a "Yes" means employees with this classification are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. License Type A,B,C,D,or M may require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage. Exceptions to classification driving requirement's may exist based on position.
Driving Level: Primary
License Type: Valid and Unrestricted Class D - Driver
CDL Endorsements: None
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Job Description Disclaimer
This description is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. They are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.