Highly trained Fire Technician proficient in equipment, techniques and tools useful for optimizing all facets of firefighting. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every fire. Resourceful, hardworking and dependable professional. Brings 20 years of experience in fire fighting and technical rescue.
Performs technical duties in a distinct functional area in the Fire and Rescue Department and related work as required. Specific assignments include: Apparatus, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Hazardous Materials Response Team, Technical Rescue Operations Team, Fire Protection Equipment and Systems Testing, Inspections, Training, and Resource Management.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Employees in this class perform technical duties in a distinct functional area. Instructions and guidance are furnished with non-routine situations or conditions; however, employees at this level normally exercise initiative and independent judgment. Fire Technicians assigned to Fire Suppression differ from Firefighters in that Fire Technicians operate firefighting equipment and perform firefighting duties as lead workers.