City of Grand Forks ND
Job Overview
The City of Grand Forks seeks a
Firefighter
to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through emergency response, fire suppression, rescue, and prevention activities. New applicants will participate in a training academy once employed.
Responsibilities
Perform fire suppression duties; identify, select, and operate fire hoses, nozzles, and appliances; place and operate ladders, fire service tools, and equipment; provide pre‑hospital emergency medical treatment as needed.
Execute forcible entry techniques and secure the emergency scene.
Conduct fire prevention duties and assist in building pre‑incident plans; document fire inspections.
Respond to emergencies and non‑emergencies, including hazardous materials, aircraft, and multi‑casualty incidents; rescue trapped individuals.
Maintain apparatus, equipment, and departmental property; perform weekly inventories.
Complete special training in apparatus operations and fire service hydraulics; maintain certification levels.
Answer emergency and non‑emergency telephone calls; dispatch apparatus and personnel; respond to electronic communications.
Perform public relations and education duties; demonstrate firefighting equipment and apparatus.
After the probationary period, assume a specialty function as assigned.
Complete an annual incumbent physical ability test (IPAT).
Marginal Functions
Prepare records, logs, and reports as required.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Key Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Principles and practices of fire suppression and prevention; modern firefighting techniques; emergency pre‑hospital care; equipment operation; occupational hazards.
Clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing; effective working relationships; mental capacity for interaction; physical condition for duties; audio/visual discrimination for successful performance.
Operates and tests firefighter apparatus and medical equipment under emergency conditions; interprets department policies; maintains certification; reacts quickly and works productively under hazardous conditions; follows oral and written instructions; maintains physical conditioning.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Perform firefighting and rescue tasks under stressful conditions while wearing PPE and SCBA.
Work in extremely hot or cold environments for prolonged periods.
Tolerate increased respiratory workloads while wearing SCBA or APR.
Climb multiple flights of stairs and ladders while wearing PPE and carrying heavy equipment.
Conduct search and rescue operations involving drag or carry of victims.
Advance water‑filled hoselines up to 2.5” in diameter to structures up to 200’ away.
Operate apparatus or vehicles in emergency mode with lights, sirens, and horns.
Perform time‑sensitive problem solving during physical exertion in hazardous environments.
Communicate while wearing PPE and SCBA in high‑noise conditions.
Function as a team member in missions where incapacitation risks mission failure.
Work in shifts at a fire station, including nighttime; shifts may extend beyond 24 hours.
Spend prolonged periods in unpredictable emergencies without rest, meals, or hydration.
Possess exposure to toxic fumes, irritants, biological hazards, and heated gases despite PPE and SCBA.
Training & Experience
No prior firefighting experience required; new employees attend a training academy once employed.
Equivalent to an Associate’s degree or combined work experience and education.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license.
Obtain a National Registry Certification as an EMT within the probationary period (North Dakota licensure at employee’s expense).
Obtain Pro Board Firefighter I, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, and eventually Pro Board Firefighter II during or after the academy.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry Government Administration
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Firefighter
to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through emergency response, fire suppression, rescue, and prevention activities. New applicants will participate in a training academy once employed.
Responsibilities
Perform fire suppression duties; identify, select, and operate fire hoses, nozzles, and appliances; place and operate ladders, fire service tools, and equipment; provide pre‑hospital emergency medical treatment as needed.
Execute forcible entry techniques and secure the emergency scene.
Conduct fire prevention duties and assist in building pre‑incident plans; document fire inspections.
Respond to emergencies and non‑emergencies, including hazardous materials, aircraft, and multi‑casualty incidents; rescue trapped individuals.
Maintain apparatus, equipment, and departmental property; perform weekly inventories.
Complete special training in apparatus operations and fire service hydraulics; maintain certification levels.
Answer emergency and non‑emergency telephone calls; dispatch apparatus and personnel; respond to electronic communications.
Perform public relations and education duties; demonstrate firefighting equipment and apparatus.
After the probationary period, assume a specialty function as assigned.
Complete an annual incumbent physical ability test (IPAT).
Marginal Functions
Prepare records, logs, and reports as required.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Key Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Principles and practices of fire suppression and prevention; modern firefighting techniques; emergency pre‑hospital care; equipment operation; occupational hazards.
Clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing; effective working relationships; mental capacity for interaction; physical condition for duties; audio/visual discrimination for successful performance.
Operates and tests firefighter apparatus and medical equipment under emergency conditions; interprets department policies; maintains certification; reacts quickly and works productively under hazardous conditions; follows oral and written instructions; maintains physical conditioning.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Perform firefighting and rescue tasks under stressful conditions while wearing PPE and SCBA.
Work in extremely hot or cold environments for prolonged periods.
Tolerate increased respiratory workloads while wearing SCBA or APR.
Climb multiple flights of stairs and ladders while wearing PPE and carrying heavy equipment.
Conduct search and rescue operations involving drag or carry of victims.
Advance water‑filled hoselines up to 2.5” in diameter to structures up to 200’ away.
Operate apparatus or vehicles in emergency mode with lights, sirens, and horns.
Perform time‑sensitive problem solving during physical exertion in hazardous environments.
Communicate while wearing PPE and SCBA in high‑noise conditions.
Function as a team member in missions where incapacitation risks mission failure.
Work in shifts at a fire station, including nighttime; shifts may extend beyond 24 hours.
Spend prolonged periods in unpredictable emergencies without rest, meals, or hydration.
Possess exposure to toxic fumes, irritants, biological hazards, and heated gases despite PPE and SCBA.
Training & Experience
No prior firefighting experience required; new employees attend a training academy once employed.
Equivalent to an Associate’s degree or combined work experience and education.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license.
Obtain a National Registry Certification as an EMT within the probationary period (North Dakota licensure at employee’s expense).
Obtain Pro Board Firefighter I, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, and eventually Pro Board Firefighter II during or after the academy.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry Government Administration
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