Part Time Firefighter/EMT/Apparatus Operator 

Social Circle is a historic community that is located approximately 45 miles east of Atlanta in th e Historic Heartlands section of Georgia in rural Walton County. The population of the city is approximately 5000. We are a small town with a big heart, and we are a community proud of its history. We are actively seeking ways to maintain our small-town atmosphere, to preserve our quality of life, and to create the best business climate for quality growth. We believe that Social Circle is "Georgia's Greatest Little Town." Our pride in our city is reflected in our community’s commitment and dedication to excellence. The City of Social Circle is an equal opportunity employer, and we maintain a drug free workplace.

JOB SUMMARY 

 This position is responsible for the operation of fire apparatus. Responding to emergency scenes to perform fire suppression, emergency medical, rescue, and hazardous materials mitigation duties. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Firefighter/EMT Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or Paramedic”

  MAJOR DUTIES                                                                                                   

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Participates in the department’s fire prevention operations.
• Operates heavy firefighting and mechanical equipment; lays out lines; operates pump to provide correct suppressant flows.
• Performs Interior Fire Suppression operations in conditions that may include high heat, limited or zero visibility and hazardous environments.
• Responds to emergencies and calls for assistance.
• Responds to calls for assistance involving emergency medical situations, including cardiac

  problems, breathing difficulties, childbirth, strokes, diabetic seizures, sports and automobile injuries, and other traumatic and medical incidents.

• Obtains medical histories and current event information; determines appropriate aid in

  accordance with guidelines.

• Provides medical assistance to victims of fires and other incidents.
• Stabilizes patients and transports them to appropriate facilities as needed.
• Responds to and takes appropriate actions at hazardous materials incidents.
• Ventilates burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by cutting holes in roofs and floors.
• Adheres to city and department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Inspects equipment and apparatus to ensure proper functioning.
• Inspects and checks conditions of fire hydrants and water supply sources; maintains, services, cleans, tests, and performs minor repairs to fire apparatus, pumps, generators, and emergency medical equipment.
• Participates in the cleaning and maintenance of quarters and station facilities.
• Performs related duties.