Exhibit_A_Job_Description_Firefighter.pdf

Job Description Job Title: Firefighter Department: Fire Reports to: Fire Chief FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive Type: Safety Sensitive Effective Date: 05/01/2022

Job Summary: Individual who has worked for the City of Edinburg for one year and has had a favorable evaluation and been removed from probation. The individual controls and extinguishes fires, protects life and property, and maintains equipment of the City. Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls.

Selects hose nozzle, depending on type of fire, and direct stream of water or chemicals onto fire. Positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to assist individuals from burning structures. Creates opening in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using ax, chisel, crowbar, electric saw, core cutter, and other power equipment. Protects property from water and smoke by use of waterproof salvage covers, smoke ejector and deodorants. Administers first aid and artificial respiration to injured and those overcome by fire and smoke. May operate the Jaws of Life to assist in evacuating individuals in car accidents. Communicates with supervisor during fire, using portable two-way radio. Inspects buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances. Performs assigned duties in maintaining apparatus, quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds and hydrants. Conduct periodic maintenance on buildings, grounds, fire trucks, breathing apparatus, nozzles, hoses, and other equipment. Participates in drills, demonstrations, and course in hydraulics, pump operation and fire fighting techniques. Drive fire truck to fire or accident scenes. May issue forms to building owners listing fire regulation violations to be corrected.

Firefighter will be assigned duties by the Fire Chief.

Essential Job Functions: Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.

a. Drive fire truck to emergency scene.

b. Extinguish fires with the use of water or chemicals.

c. Determines proper hose nozzle and equipment dependent on the type of fire.

d. May use various tools and equipment to create openings in buildings to extract victims or for ventilation purposes.

e. May operate the Jaws of Life to extract victims from motor vehicles at accident site.

f. Provide first aid and CPR techniques to individuals in need of same.

g. Attend periodic training, drills and courses as directed or scheduled.

h. Performs maintenance on fire truck, fire station, and grounds as directed or scheduled.

i. Inspects and maintains fire equipment such as air apparatus, uniform, gear, tools.

j. Communicates with others through the use of two-way radio during a fire.

k. Inspect buildings within the City of Edinburg for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances as assigned or scheduled.

l. Interprets City policy and procedures as related to assigned job.

m. Perform activities to be in compliance with all City, County, and State building and safety codes.

n. Attend drills, and/or course which the department provides.

o. Perform housekeeping duties as assigned or scheduled.

p. Perform other appropriate duties as required.

q. Duties involve continuous bending, lifting, digging, carrying, or walking, and/or using force equal to lifting 50-300 pounds.

Conditions of Employment:

a. Must be a U.S. Citizen

b. Must possess a Class B State of Texas driver’s license

c. Must be certified through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection

d. Pass a physical and drug screening administered by a physician licensed to practice in the State of Texas

e. Meet all other department and City employment standards

f. Individual who has worked for the City of Edinburg for one year and has had a favorable evaluation and been removed from probation

g. Current First Aid and CPR certification

Required Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalency Education Preference: Not Applicable Educational Substitute: Not Applicable Required Work Experience: No experience required Experience Preference: One (1) year of related experience Supervisory Experience Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

a. ability to drive and operate a fire truck and equipment

b. Be prepared to make quick decisions, under hazardous conditions, based on sound personal judgement.

c. Ability to perform well in a stressful situation, when dealing with people under stress.

d.

Equipment Materials: General office and safety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following:

• Fire truck

• 12 up to 36 foot ladders

• Firefighting hoses

• Breathing apparatus

• Gloves

• Suit

• Helmet

• Boots

• Axe

• Flash light

• Chisel

• Crowbar

• Electric saw

• Core cutter

• Portable generator

• 2 way radio communication system

Work Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The individual may need to work both indoors and outdoors in which the following conditions may be present: humidity, cold, hot, wet, slippery, dusty, and/or smoke. The job may also expose the individual to hazardous conditions such as extreme heat, fumes, toxic gases, heights, contact with chemical substances, electrical current, falling materials, and/or heavy equipment operation(s).

Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; use math and mathematical reasoning;

perform detailed work, multiple deadlines and concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with staff and the public.

Physical Demands

Environmental Conditions:

HEALTH AND SAFETY ENVIRONMENT FACTORS PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

Mechanical Hazards ☒ Respiratory Hazards ☒ Office Environment ☐ Chemical Hazards ☒ Extreme Temperatures ☒ Warehouse ☐ Physical Danger or Abuse – upset customers

☒ Expressing/Exchanging Spoken Word ☒ Closed Quarters/Crawl Spaces

Fire Hazards ☒ Noise ☒ Vehicle ☐ Explosives ☒ Wetness/ Humidity ☒ Outdoor Environment ☒ Communicable Diseases ☒ Vibration ☒ Inside Environment ☒ Electrical Hazards ☒ Physical Hazards ☒ Shop ☐

Visual Acuity:

Near Visual ☒ Clarity of vision at approximately 20in or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.

Far Visual ☒ Clarity of vision at 20ft or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well.

Peripheral Vision ☒ Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.

Physical Activities:

TASK FREQUENCY PERFORMANCE

N = Never

(never occurs) R – Rarely

(less than 1 hour a week) O = Occasionally

(up to 1/3 of the time) F = Frequently

(from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) C = Continuously

(2/3 or more of the time) Climbing F Ascending of descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.

Stooping (bending at waist) F Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.

Kneeling (one or both knees)

F Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.

Lifting/Carrying F Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.

Keyboarding N Entering text or data into a computer or other machine by means of a traditional keyboard. Traditional keyboard refers to a panel of keys used as the primary input device on a computer, typographic machine or 10-key numeric keypad.

Reaching (at or below shoulder level)

O Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Reaching Overhead O Extending hand(s) and arm(s) higher that the head and one of these conditions exist: (1) A person bends the elbows, and the angle at the shoulders is about 90 degrees or more, or (2) A person keeps the elbow extended, and the angle at the shoulder is about 120 degrees or more.

Twisting/Turning (rotation) O Rotating one part of the body in a direction away from or opposite to another part. Includes lateral rotation of the trunk and spine.

Handling (manipulated objects)

C Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands.

Standing F Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained period of time.

Walking F Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Sitting R Remaining in a seated position for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.

Grasping (whole hand activities)

C Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Pushing/Pulling F Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force, in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.

Physical Requirements:

TASK WEIGHTS CHECK IF

APPLICABLE PERFORMANCE

Sedentary Work Up to 10 lbs. ☐ Exerting up to 10lbs of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Up to 20 lbs. ☐ Exerting up to 20lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls require exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Medium Work: Up to 50 lbs. ☐ Exerting up to 50lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to

20lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy Work: Up to 100 lbs. ☒ Exerting up to 100lbs of force occasionally, between 2 persons, and/or in excess of 50lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Authorization: I have reviewed this description and understand the requirements and responsibilities of the position.

Date Print Name Signature of Employee

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.