Interested in working with the Ypsilanti Fire Services? This section will provide you with basic information about jobs in the fire service. The intent of this section is to review the normal job duties and responsibilities associated with employment as a firefighter in the fire service. To get more specific information or job qualifications for Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, Fire Lieutenants, or Fire Captains, please follow the appropriate links below.
General Job Description:
Firefighters protect life and property from fires. Called first responders, they are usually the first emergency personnel at traffic accidents or explosions and may be called upon to put out fires or treat injuries. This is skilled firefighter work in extinguishing fires, responding to emergency calls and performing emergency medical techniques in order to protect and minimize the loss of life and property. Assignments are received and are carried out under considerable judgement, initiative and skill in a variety of cases. Employees must be able to act without direct supervision in completing work.
Expected Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Education and Training:
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A high school diploma
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Successful completion of the 266 hour basic Michigan Firefighter's Training Council's Firefighter Certification Program
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Completion of basic EMT course
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6 months on the job training
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A current American Red Cross Certification in Advanced First Aid
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A current ARC or AHA CPR certification
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General Requirements:
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Knowledge of human physiology
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Knowledge of modern firefighter techniques and methods
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Knowledge of the city geography and street system
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the public
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Ability to operate firefighting equipment and apparatus to include truck, hydraulics, hose, ladder
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Ability to carry equipment over 70 pounds and lift victims of 120 pounds
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Possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver's License
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