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Position Summary
The Part Time and Volunteer Firefighter and EMS members perform emergency and non-emergency duties involving fire suppression, emergency medical response, rescue operations, hazardous conditions mitigation, public education, apparatus readiness, and station operations. Members are responsible for protecting life, property, and the environment while maintaining a constant state of operational readiness.
Personnel assigned to the Firefighter and EMS Stand-By Program provide scheduled station coverage to ensure rapid emergency response throughout the Duette Fire & Rescue District while gaining valuable experience in rural fire and EMS operations.
Members are expected to conduct themselves professionally, operate safely, comply with departmental policies, and continuously improve through education and training.
Essential Job Functions
Emergency Response
Respond to fire, EMS, rescue, hazardous materials awareness-level incidents, severe weather, and public service calls.
Perform interior and exterior structural firefighting.
Participate in wildland firefighting operations.
Deploy hose lines and operate firefighting equipment.
Perform search and rescue.
Perform ventilation operations.
Establish water supply.
Operate portable pumps and firefighting appliances.
Assist with vehicle extrication.
Participate in technical rescue operations as trained.
Provide emergency medical care within certification level.
Assist with patient packaging and transport.
Assist with incident rehabilitation.
Fire Prevention & Public Education
Participate in public education events.
Conduct station tours.
Assist with smoke alarm installation programs.
Support community outreach initiatives.
Promote life safety education.
Apparatus & Equipment
Members shall inspect and maintain:
Fire apparatus
Brush trucks
Rescue vehicles
EMS equipment
SCBA
PPE
Fire hose
Ground ladders
Portable pumps
Hand tools
Communications equipment
Thermal imaging cameras
Power equipment
Daily inspections shall be documented according to department policy.
Station Duties
Members shall assist with:
Cleaning apparatus
Facility maintenance
Inventory control
Equipment testing
Restocking medical supplies
Grounds maintenance
Administrative assignments
Special projects
Firefighter Stand-By Program Responsibilities
Personnel participating in the Stand-By Program shall:
Report on time for assigned coverage.
Remain available for emergency response.
Maintain station readiness.
Complete assigned duties.
Participate in training.
Respond safely and professionally.
Maintain sleeping quarters and common areas.
Complete required reports.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must:
Be at least 18 years old.
Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
Possess a valid Florida Driver License.
Pass a criminal background investigation.
Meet departmental physical requirements.
Successfully complete department orientation.
Demonstrate good moral character.
Preferred Qualifications
Florida Firefighter I or II
Florida EMT
Florida Paramedic
EVOC Certification
Wildland Firefighter
CPR Provider
ICS-100
ICS-200
ICS-700
ICS-800
Hazardous Materials Awareness
Hazardous Materials Operations
Probationary Period
New members shall complete a probationary period established by department policy.
During probation, members must successfully demonstrate competency in:
Department SOPs
Radio communications
Apparatus familiarization
Equipment location
PPE donning
SCBA
Hose deployment
Ground ladders
Pump operations (if qualified)
EMS protocols
Wildland operations
Incident command
Scene safety
Customer service
Required Skills
Ability to:
Operate safely under stressful conditions.
Work as part of a team.
Communicate effectively.
Make sound decisions.
Follow orders.
Lead when assigned.
Operate emergency equipment.
Learn new procedures.
Maintain professionalism.
Physical Requirements
Members must be capable of:
Wearing structural PPE exceeding 50 pounds.
Wearing SCBA.
Carrying hose and equipment exceeding 75 pounds.
Advancing charged hose lines.
Climbing ladders.
Crawling.
Kneeling.
Bending.
Working in confined spaces.
Lifting patients and equipment.
Operating in high temperatures.
Operating in smoke-filled environments.
Operating in low visibility.
Standing for extended periods.
Walking over uneven terrain.
Performing prolonged physical activity.
Work Environment
Work may occur in:
Burning structures
Wildland fires
Highway incidents
Medical emergencies
Hazardous environments
Severe weather
Flood conditions
Night operations
High heat
Extreme humidity
Rural environments
Safety Responsibilities
All members shall:
Follow department SOPs.
Wear required PPE.
Report unsafe conditions.
Participate in safety training.
Report injuries immediately.
Comply with NFPA standards.
Comply with OSHA regulations.
Participate in annual medical evaluations when required.
Participate in annual fit testing.
Participate in annual PPE inspections.
Required Certifications (Maintain Current)
CPR
Driver License
Firefighter I or II (if certified)
EMT or Paramedic (if applicable)
NIMS Training ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800
EVOC (if driver qualified)
Performance Standards
Members shall be evaluated on:
Attendance
Response reliability
Training participation
Professional appearance
Teamwork
Initiative
Safety compliance
Customer service
Equipment care
Station participation
Leadership potential
Community involvement
Core Values
Every member shall demonstrate:
Integrity
Accountability
Respect
Professionalism
Teamwork
Service Before Self
Commitment
Safety
Excellence
Mission
To protect the lives, property, and environment of the citizens and visitors of the Duette Fire & Rescue District through professional emergency services, preparedness, training, prevention, and community involvement.
Department Motto
ALWAYS BE READY
Every member is expected to embody this principle both on and off duty by maintaining readiness, professionalism, and dedication to public service.