Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

If you are interested in serving your community, protecting life and property through fire prevention, education, and life safety initiatives, then this position in the fire service may be for you.

• Lebanon Fire Department (LFD) inspects over 1500 properties annually
• LFD's Fire and Life Safety Programs offers community services
  • Child safety seat installations
  • Smoke detector program
  • Fire Extinguisher Training

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Perform fire safety inspections and ensure fire code compliance
• May respond to complex emergency incident(s) within the City of Lebanon.
• Participates in public relations (PR) education, events and/or programs on fire prevention and safety measures

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent accreditation PLUS four (4) years' experience as a "full-time" Firefighter EMT/Paramedic. Prior code enforcement experience is preferred OR
• High school diploma or equivalent PLUS three (3) years' experience as a Firefighter EMT/ Paramedic in a full-time paid position with a municipal fire department or fire district OR
• High school diploma or equivalent PLUS five (5) years' experience as a Firefighter EMT/ Paramedic with a volunteer fire department that is similar in size, call volume, and operations as LFD

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

• Valid Driver's License
• Possess OR obtain:
  • Missouri Firefighter I Certification - Possess
  • Missouri Firefighter II Certification - Possess
  • Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Awareness Certification - Possess
  • Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Operations Certification - Possess
  • Missouri Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license, or higher - Possess
  • Fire Inspector I - Obtain within one year of employment

WE NEED SOMEONE WHO...

• Can work directly with the community explaining codes and ordinances
• Enjoys being challenged daily
• Is energetic, resourceful, and a team player
• Is receptive to continual training
• Is willing to work in all types of weather conditions
• Is willing to work in difficult and hazardous environments
• Wants to work in a culture focused on collaboration and teamwork

ADDITIONAL PERKS

• Being a valued member of our public safety team
• Good workplace atmosphere
• Greet benefit package including paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, pension/retirement, deferred compensation, flexible spending, and YMCA membership

ARE YOU READY TO APPLY

If you are ready to help your community reduce losses due to fire and providing lifesaving education, and are looking for a challenging career, then consider applying for this position with the LFD.

Must be able to successfully complete a background check/investigation, pre-employment drug test, and FMCSA Clearinghouse, if applicable. Must submit to periodic drug testing as required by applicable law.

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