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Basic Firefighter Trainee (Talkeetna)
Government Jobs, Talkeetna, Alaska, United States, 99676
On-Call Emergency Responder
Matanuska-Susitna Borough $18.24 Hourly Talkeetna, AK Job Summary
The employee occupying the position of this class is responsible for completing assigned tasks as a basic firefighter assigned to a crew under direct supervision at various emergency scenes. This is a non bargaining unit. Must reside within the Talkeetna Fire Service Area. Pay Grade
A1 Minimum Requirements
Successful completion of Mat-Su Borough Basic Firefighter course or equivalent training program from another fire service organization. Vision Requirements: Ability to see and touch in order to effectively and safely operate equipment, drive Borough vehicles, and perform other essential job functions. Hearing Requirements: thresholds no greater than 25 dB without hearing aids. Incident Command System classes required before being cleared to respond to calls: ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800. Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) courses, ICS 100 and IS 700 within ninety (90) days of hire and ICS 200 and IS 800 within one (1) year of hire. Blood Borne Pathogens & Hazardous Materials courses required before you can respond to a call. Valid Alaska driver's license required with an acceptable driving record. Must be able to successfully complete a valid pre-employment drug screen, physical exam and background check. Duties/Responsibilities
Under direct supervision functions at the task level to accomplish tactical objectives. Pulls and advances attack hose lines. Conducts searches for victims in burning buildings. Performs ventilation, forcible entry, property conservation, and other assigned tasks on fire and emergency scenes. Inspects and cares for assigned personal protective equipment, fire apparatus and associated equipment. Maintains fire stations for cleanliness and readiness. When staffing the EOC performs the functions assigned by the Event Commander to efficiently and effectively respond and manage an incident. Performs related work as required. Benefits
On-call emergency responders for the Mat-Su Borough do not receive a benefits package. Following is brief description of the benefit(s) provided/available to this class of employee. Alaska Supplemental Benefits System: The Supplemental Benefits System (SBS) is in lieu of Social Security and is mandatory. An employee contributes at 6.13% of gross wages, matched by the Borough (6.13%), on the present wage base of $176,100. Required Question
Do you currently reside in the Talkeetna Fire Service Area? Yes No * Required Question Employer: Matanuska-Susitna Borough Address: 350 E Dahlia Avenue Palmer, Alaska, 99645 Phone: 907-861-8404
Matanuska-Susitna Borough $18.24 Hourly Talkeetna, AK Job Summary
The employee occupying the position of this class is responsible for completing assigned tasks as a basic firefighter assigned to a crew under direct supervision at various emergency scenes. This is a non bargaining unit. Must reside within the Talkeetna Fire Service Area. Pay Grade
A1 Minimum Requirements
Successful completion of Mat-Su Borough Basic Firefighter course or equivalent training program from another fire service organization. Vision Requirements: Ability to see and touch in order to effectively and safely operate equipment, drive Borough vehicles, and perform other essential job functions. Hearing Requirements: thresholds no greater than 25 dB without hearing aids. Incident Command System classes required before being cleared to respond to calls: ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800. Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) courses, ICS 100 and IS 700 within ninety (90) days of hire and ICS 200 and IS 800 within one (1) year of hire. Blood Borne Pathogens & Hazardous Materials courses required before you can respond to a call. Valid Alaska driver's license required with an acceptable driving record. Must be able to successfully complete a valid pre-employment drug screen, physical exam and background check. Duties/Responsibilities
Under direct supervision functions at the task level to accomplish tactical objectives. Pulls and advances attack hose lines. Conducts searches for victims in burning buildings. Performs ventilation, forcible entry, property conservation, and other assigned tasks on fire and emergency scenes. Inspects and cares for assigned personal protective equipment, fire apparatus and associated equipment. Maintains fire stations for cleanliness and readiness. When staffing the EOC performs the functions assigned by the Event Commander to efficiently and effectively respond and manage an incident. Performs related work as required. Benefits
On-call emergency responders for the Mat-Su Borough do not receive a benefits package. Following is brief description of the benefit(s) provided/available to this class of employee. Alaska Supplemental Benefits System: The Supplemental Benefits System (SBS) is in lieu of Social Security and is mandatory. An employee contributes at 6.13% of gross wages, matched by the Borough (6.13%), on the present wage base of $176,100. Required Question
Do you currently reside in the Talkeetna Fire Service Area? Yes No * Required Question Employer: Matanuska-Susitna Borough Address: 350 E Dahlia Avenue Palmer, Alaska, 99645 Phone: 907-861-8404