of Labor, 1-1-86 and with the standards established by the Toledo Fire Division for the Fire Training Academy and the probationary period.
Newly appointed Fire Fighters are required to become paramedics.
Required paramedic coursework will be provided and is completed on the Fire Fighter's own time.
Once earned, paramedic certification must be maintained and the Fire Fighter is required to function as a Fire Fighter/Paramedic for the duration of his/her career with the Toledo Fire and Rescue Department.
This position requires employees to work in set 24-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS None PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the employee will frequently stand and walk.
This employee will frequently climb, sit, and lift, push, pull, carry, and /or move up to 128 pounds.
Occasion stooping, kneeling, crawling and crouching may occur with this position.
Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.
The physical demands of the position are categorized as very heavy - over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50+ lbs. frequently, 20+ lbs. constantly.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.?
The employee will work in all weather conditions, including, extreme cold, extreme heat, wet and/or humidity.
Frequent exposure to atmospheric conditions, fumes, poor ventilation, mists, dust, odors, gases, explosives, toxic/caustic chemicals (paint, degreaser, burning plastics, acid).
The noise level in the work environment is very loud (sirens).
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
Class Code: Firefighter (2211)
- Drives and operates a wide variety of mobile units such as pumpers, aerial ladders, rescue squads, life squads, special units and water craft in training, emergency and routine situations. Connects and lays hoses of various sizes. Calculates proper engine pressure. Operates and directs nozzles. Raises, climbs and works from roofing ladders, straight ladders, folding ladders and extension ladders. Overhauls structures using hand and power tools to complete extinguishment. Operates portable generators, exhaust fans, self-contained breathing apparatus, power saws, radiological monitoring kits, explosimeters, foam generators, air compressors, air bag, rescue kits, air chisels, resuscitators and associated oxygen equipment, cutting torches, rope rescue equipment and other specialized equipment in emergency situations and in training. Performs salvage operations before, during and after fire fighting situations using protective tarps, squeegees, roofing paper, plastic, wood lath and brooms to preserve, clean and protect belongings and property. Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Calculates proper engine pressure. Operates and directs nozzles. Raises, climbs and works from roofing ladders, straight ladders, folding ladders and extension ladders. Overhauls structures using hand and power tools to complete extinguishment. Operates portable generators, exhaust fans, self-contained breathing apparatus, power saws, radiological monitoring kits, explosimeters, foam generators, air compressors, air bag, rescue kits, air chisels, resuscitators and associated oxygen equipment, cutting torches, rope rescue equipment and other specialized equipment in emergency situations and in training. Performs salvage operations before, during and after fire fighting situations using protective tarps, squeegees, roofing paper, plastic, wood lath and brooms to preserve, clean and protect belongings and property. Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Operates and directs nozzles. Raises, climbs and works from roofing ladders, straight ladders, folding ladders and extension ladders. Overhauls structures using hand and power tools to complete extinguishment. Operates portable generators, exhaust fans, self-contained breathing apparatus, power saws, radiological monitoring kits, explosimeters, foam generators, air compressors, air bag, rescue kits, air chisels, resuscitators and associated oxygen equipment, cutting torches, rope rescue equipment and other specialized equipment in emergency situations and in training. Performs salvage operations before, during and after fire fighting situations using protective tarps, squeegees, roofing paper, plastic, wood lath and brooms to preserve, clean and protect belongings and property. Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Raises, climbs and works from roofing ladders, straight ladders, folding ladders and extension ladders. Overhauls structures using hand and power tools to complete extinguishment. Operates portable generators, exhaust fans, self-contained breathing apparatus, power saws, radiological monitoring kits, explosimeters, foam generators, air compressors, air bag, rescue kits, air chisels, resuscitators and associated oxygen equipment, cutting torches, rope rescue equipment and other specialized equipment in emergency situations and in training. Performs salvage operations before, during and after fire fighting situations using protective tarps, squeegees, roofing paper, plastic, wood lath and brooms to preserve, clean and protect belongings and property. Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Overhauls structures using hand and power tools to complete extinguishment. Operates portable generators, exhaust fans, self-contained breathing apparatus, power saws, radiological monitoring kits, explosimeters, foam generators, air compressors, air bag, rescue kits, air chisels, resuscitators and associated oxygen equipment, cutting torches, rope rescue equipment and other specialized equipment in emergency situations and in training. Performs salvage operations before, during and after fire fighting situations using protective tarps, squeegees, roofing paper, plastic, wood lath and brooms to preserve, clean and protect belongings and property. Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Operates portable generators, exhaust fans, self-contained breathing apparatus, power saws, radiological monitoring kits, explosimeters, foam generators, air compressors, air bag, rescue kits, air chisels, resuscitators and associated oxygen equipment, cutting torches, rope rescue equipment and other specialized equipment in emergency situations and in training. Performs salvage operations before, during and after fire fighting situations using protective tarps, squeegees, roofing paper, plastic, wood lath and brooms to preserve, clean and protect belongings and property. Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Performs salvage operations before, during and after fire fighting situations using protective tarps, squeegees, roofing paper, plastic, wood lath and brooms to preserve, clean and protect belongings and property. Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Learns and applies knowledge of extinguishing agents and of liquids, solids and gasses in relation to them being flammable, explosive, toxic, soluble or radioactive;. Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Inspects residential, commercial, industrial and public facilities for fire prevention, district familiarization and hazard familiarization, including fire extinguisher checks, water supply, utility connections, evacuation operations, structure oddities, location of flammable and other dangerous materials, sprinkler and alarm operations and general housekeeping. For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- For periods of several hours and in the confinement of a fire station, remains on standby, living with co-workers and officers while maintaining a team-working relationship and while remaining prepared to react to emergency situations. Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Uses ladders, ropes, cutting tools, hydraulic rescue equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus and various other equipment in rescuing people from fires, traffic accidents, drownings, electrical accidents and other emergency situations. Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Provides emergency medical care. Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Stands watch, reporting alarm calls for fire and public safety vehicles. Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Performs daily communication checks and listens for relevant radio communications. Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Responds to citizen requests, complaints and questions by providing information and assistance. Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Performs cleaning and general maintenance chores on personal fire fighting gear, fire station dorm, kitchen, apparatus and work room facilities, and fire fighting vehicles, tools and special equipment. Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Performs dispatching duties when assigned to the Fire Alarm Office. Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Receives and transmits alarms, keeps records of alarms and equipment. Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Inspects and tests fire alarm equipment. Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Trains to learn and retain the required knowledges, skills and abilities.
- Firefighting tactics and procedures. Firefighting apparatus and equipment. Mathematics. Procedures for handling hazardous materials. Toledo Fire Prevention Code nd Ohio Basic Building Code. Emergency medical care and rescue operations.
- Firefighting apparatus and equipment. Mathematics. Procedures for handling hazardous materials. Toledo Fire Prevention Code nd Ohio Basic Building Code. Emergency medical care and rescue operations.
- Mathematics. Procedures for handling hazardous materials. Toledo Fire Prevention Code nd Ohio Basic Building Code. Emergency medical care and rescue operations.
- Procedures for handling hazardous materials. Toledo Fire Prevention Code nd Ohio Basic Building Code. Emergency medical care and rescue operations.
- Toledo Fire Prevention Code nd Ohio Basic Building Code. Emergency medical care and rescue operations.
- Emergency medical care and rescue operations.
- The utilization of firefighting apparatus and equipment. Functioning effectively under stressful conditions. Identifying hazardous materials. Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with others. The use of medical care techniques and equipment.
- Functioning effectively under stressful conditions. Identifying hazardous materials. Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with others. The use of medical care techniques and equipment.
- Identifying hazardous materials. Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with others. The use of medical care techniques and equipment.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with others. The use of medical care techniques and equipment.
- The use of medical care techniques and equipment.
- Graduation from high school or G.E.D. Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment. No person age forty (40) or older at the final closing date for the Civil Service examination shall be eligible to receive an original appointment to the position of Fire Fighter. Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. All persons appointed as Fire Fighters must demonstrate compliance with the programs of apprenticeship established in accordance with the terms of Divisional standards as registered with the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, U.S.
