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Firefighter/EMT

Delaware Township Fire Department

3992 NE Broadway Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50317
515-263-0076


Description
Responds to emergencies and performs fire suppression activities, rescue, damage control and property preservation. Provides pre-hospital care to patients. Performs with limited supervision through Department Standard Operating Guidelines and established protocols and directives. Maintains a state of readiness of facilities and equipment by scheduled inspections, cleaning, testing and maintenance. Promotes health and safety of the department and community through education. Performs related work as required.

Volunteer Category: Firefighter, EMT


Requirements
1. High school diploma, or equivalent.
2. Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
3. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and function as a team member.
4. Must be able to perform functions as detailed in the Firefighting and EMS General Description of Duties document.
5. Shall possess, and maintain, a valid drivers license as issued by the State of Iowa.
6. Shall possess and maintain an Iowa Fire Fighter I certification within twelve months of hire.