Job Information
TORRANCE COUNTY Fire Fighter in Estancia, New Mexico
- Responds to life-threatening and non-life threatening EMS calls for service in a timely manner.
- Gains access to and moves patient, as appropriate, when on scene, utilizing protective equipment and taking the most expeditious route to the patient in consideration of the safety of, the patient and EMS personnel; consults with the incident commander regarding patient safety during extrication procedures; prepares and packages the patient for transport in accordance with current standards of care and treatment protocols.
- Wears protective equipment when on scene, avoids contact with bodily fluids of patients when possible and reports incidents of exposure; cleans or discards contaminated equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Connects apparatus hoses; controls and extinguishes fires; operates hose lines; makes forced entries; ventilates structures and performs or assists in rescue operations.
- Responsible for developing a productive working relationship with all Torrance County Fire and Medical Chief Officers, Company Officers, and firefighters.
- Operates as a member of a team at incidents of uncertain duration.
- Proficient in requires technical skills, including but not limited to proper care and use of SCBA, search and rescue, ground ladders, pump operations, hose lays, fire streams, hand and power tool operations, ropes and knots, forcible entry, and vehicle extrication.
- Renders emergency medical treatment at current certified/licensed skill level. Moves, carries, and transports all victims and patients.
- Proficient in computer skills necessary to submit reports of fire and rescue calls.
- Understands and knows how to properly file building and equipment maintenance reports.
- Obtains required Emergency Vehicle Operations certification within 30 days of hire and always operates assigned vehicles in a safe manner with regard for the public at all times.
- Performs routine maintenance on county property and equipment in accordance with manufacturers guidelines or as directed by a superior officer.
- Participate in drills and training classes as assigned.
- Operates all department radio communication equipment in a proficient manner and in accordance with TCFD policies and guidelines.
- Knowledgeable of the response area, geography, and streets to accepted department standards.
- Performs inspections and pre planning on public and privately owned buildings.
- Must complete and pass all exams, practical evolutions, activities, and assessments.
- Keeps immediate supervisor and chief officers informed on all perceived or known issues.
- Behave in a professional manner that reflects positively on the Fire Department and the County of Torrance at all times.
- Maintain cleanliness and perform minor maintenance of Fire and Emergency Medical Services Facilities.
- Performs other department activities as assigned.
