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Firefighter Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

A great job description can help you attract quality firefighter candidates to your open position. To get you started, here are some tips for creating an effective job description.

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Firefighter job title

An effective job title will typically include a general term, the level of experience and any special requirements. The general term will optimize your job title to show up in a general search for jobs of the same nature. The level of experience will help applicants by outlining the responsibility and prior knowledge required. If your position is specialized, consider including the specialization in the job title as well. Avoid using internal titles, abbreviations or acronyms to make sure candidates understand what your job posting is before clicking.

  • Firefighter
  • Deputy Fire Chief
  • Firefighter (Paramedic)
  • Firefighter (Part-Time)
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Firefighter Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Position: Fire man/fire officer and safety

Age: 20-25

Exp : Pastime,Full time 0-2 years

Education: diploma in NIFS nagpur regular or delhi, Graduation

Preference: Female and male candidate
English: Good Writing and Speaking English
Preparation of Letter, Reports and other documents

  • Tender documents preparation, and filling and submission
  • Maintaining office systems (SharePoint/Teams/Business Central)
  • Coordinating with the office and sales team
  • Document preparation as per request of concerned departments
  • Dealing with incoming mail and post. Often corresponding on behalf of management.
  • Liasoning with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Vendor and client management.
  • Maintain office stock

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: From ₹10,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Cell phone reimbursement
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay
  • Yearly bonus



    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • total work: 3 years (Preferred)

    Language:
  • English (Preferred)


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    • Firefighter job summary

    A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required so job seekers can determine if the job is suitable for them.

    Example of a Firefighter job summary

    The city is currently accepting applications to fill the role of firefighter. The successful candidate will have the desire and compassion to help others and to protect lives, property and the environment. Work is completed as an individual contributor to the firefighting team by responding to and fighting fires, delivering emergency medical care, conducting property inspections, taking part in ongoing training and participating in outreach events within the community.

    Firefighter responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Below is an example on how to outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, including the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

    • Perform firefighting work, including preventing, combating and extinguishing fires to protect lives, property and the environment
    • Operate fire equipment and tools appropriately
    • Provide emergency medical care within scope of practice
    • Quickly and effectively analyze hazardous situations and take appropriate course of action
    • Participate in training, classes and drills in firefighting, emergency medical care, disaster response and specialized rescue
    • Perform general maintenance work of fire equipment and facilities

    Firefighter qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • Diploma required
    • Current driving license
    • At least 18 years of age at time of the written examination
    • Current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) license
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    Job Description Examples

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