The Department of Fire and Emergency Services is seeking qualified Virginia (VA) Certified Fire Fighters to fill multiple full-time Fire Fighter vacancies. We are committed to hiring diverse candidates experienced in demonstrating the organization's principles and values, including teamwork, exceptional communication, customer service, dedication, safety, compassion, honesty, integrity, courage, and accountability.

Job Description:

• Provide fire suppression, emergency medical, and other emergency and non-emergency services.
• Attend the City of Richmond's Fire Training Academy for up to a 6-week period.
• Perform emergency firefighting and medical services.
• Ensure fire stations and equipment are continually ready.
• Work according to set procedures under direct supervision.
• Provide various emergency services such as fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous material response, technical and water rescues, inspections, community activities, and more.
• May assist in training other employees.

Supervision:

• Exercised: Typically does not supervise other employees.
• Received: Typically reports to a Lieutenant or Captain.

Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Responding to various emergencies like fire alarms, medical services, hazardous materials incidents, and natural or man-made disasters.
• Driving and operating emergency vehicles and apparatus.
• Conducting inspections and participating in fire safety education and community outreach.
• Performing general maintenance at the fire station and equipment.
• Completing forms and preparing reports.

Minimum Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 18 years of age at the time of application.
• At least one year of consecutive sworn firefighting experience with a paid career municipal Fire Department (excluding time in the Recruit Academy).
• Current Virginia (VA) EMT certification.
• Various certifications including Firefighter I & II, Hazmat Awareness & Operations, CPR, ICS700 & ICS800, and ICS100 & ICS200.

Special Requirements:

• Valid Virginia (VA) driver's license or obtainable within 30 days of hire.
• Successful completion of evaluations: NFPA 1582 Medical Examination, Psychological Test, Drug Test, and Criminal Background Check.
• Applicants must receive vaccines against various diseases or provide proof of immunization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (a representative sample):

• Basic mechanical aptitude, mathematics, and science.
• CPR skills, fire suppression strategies, EMT-B knowledge.
• Operating fire department equipment, first aid, and emergency medicine.
• Reading, comprehension, problem-solving, teamwork, and mental alertness.

Environmental Hazards and Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to hazardous materials, extreme conditions, and physical demands requiring strength and stamina.