Firefighter

Lateral Requirements:

The Branford Fire Department will be accepting applications for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic through end of day on September 4, 2026 

Position Summary/Purpose:

To protect life and property by performing firefighting, rescue, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties in accordance with the mission and values of the department. Maintains fire and medical equipment, apparatus, and facilities.

Essential Job Functions:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Perform fire-fighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.
• Perform pre-hospital emergency medical care and transport according to established medical protocols.
• Performs rescues using hydraulic equipment, ropes, and a variety of other related tools and equipment.
• Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, technical rescue, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
• Receives and relays fire calls and alarms. Operates radio and other communication equipment.
• Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.
• Maintains fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment. 
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around the station; makes minor repairs; washes, hangs, and dries hose; washes, cleans, polishes, maintains, and tests apparatus and equipment. 
• Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities.
• Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
• Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris. 
• Prepares and submits fire incidents, patient care, and other reports as required.

Other Functions

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as the situation dictates.

Supervision:

Supervision Scope:

Performs varied and responsible firefighting and medical aid activities responsibilities concerning training, fire safety, and fire prevention

Supervision Received: 

Works under the immediate direction of the Deputy Chief and/or Captain 

Supervision Given: none

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

1) High School Diploma or GED equivalent, Copy of a valid driver's license

2) Valid Emergency Medical Technician Certification or Paramedic License

3) Connecticut Firefighter I Certification

Special Requirements

Candidates must meet all requirements outlined in the current job posting at the time of appointment.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill

Knowledge: Working knowledge of driver safety

Ability: Ability to learn the operation of fire suppression and other emergency equipment; Ability to perform standard firefighting, emergency medical aid, hazardous materials, and fire prevention techniques. Ability to perform strenuous or peak physical effort during emergencies, training, or station maintenance activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme heights, intense heat, cold, or smoke. Ability to act effectively in emergencies and stressful situations. 

Skill: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, firefighting skills, emergency management skills, and skill in motivating and training 

Job Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed primarily in vehicles and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, on bodies of water, and in the office during day and night shifts. Work is often performed in emergencies and stressful situations. Individuals are exposed to loud alarms and hazards associated with firefighting and emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents, and oils.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to work at heights, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 120 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.