Fire Safety Response DutiesPersonnel assigned fire safety response duties must be able to safely perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation: Emergency Operations: Rapidly respond to emergency incidentsPerform fire suppression activitiesConduct basic rescue and extrication support operationsAssist with patient assessment and movementOperate emergency response equipmentEnter and exit response vehicles quickly and safelyEquipment Handling: Lift, carry, push, or pull equipment weighing 50–75 poundsMove or drag an adult patient weighing up to 220 pounds with assistanceAdvance charged hose lines and deploy fire extinguishersPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE):On and off required personal protective equipment (PPE) in a timely mannerOperate while wearing required firefighting PPEOperate in environments with restricted visibility and mobilityPhysical Activity: Perform sustained physical activity for 10–20 minutes or moreBend, kneel, crawl, stoop, twist, reach, and work in confined or awkward positionsClimb grades up to 25 degreesCognitive Demands: Follow verbal and written instructionsCommunicate effectively in high-noise environmentsMake time-sensitive safety decisionsEnvironmental ConditionsPersonnel assigned to this safety sensitive role must be able to safely perform duties under the following environmental conditions: Extreme heat or coldSmoke or dustLoud noiseLow visibilityUneven or unstable surfacesOutdoor weather exposureRequirement for FirefighterPreferred 1 year experience in a fire department or race track environment performing duties that include firefighting and vehicle extrication
