Firefighter/EMT, Mohegan Tribal Fire Department

Summary of Job Description: 

Incumbent controls and extinguishes fires, protects life and property, conducts rescue operations and provides emergency medical services. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge of appropriate State and Regional BLS Guidelines and Protocols
• Knowledge of fire, rescue, and hazardous material protocols per the State Fire Academy and OSHA 1910.120
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) year experience firefighting and as an Emergency Medical Technician
• Connecticut Licenses and Certifications 

• CDL or Q driver’s license, or other state’s equivalent
• Connecticut Physical Agility Test (CPAT) within two (2) years prior to employment ~OR~ employment as an active Firefighter with a municipal, industrial, or similar department for a minimum of two (2) years of continuous employment
• EMT-B
• Fire Fighter II
• HazMat Operational; must obtain HazMat Technician, 40 hour EPA or equivalent within one (1) year of employment

• Must acquire medical control for level of certification with sponsor hospital within thirty (30) days of employment
• Must maintain medical control for level of certification with sponsor hospital
• Facial hair must not interfere with a respirator mask 
• Must pass a medical examination annually, including a respiratory test
• Must perform strenuous or peak physical efforts during emergency, training or station maintenance activities for a prolonged period of time, under conditions of extreme heights, intense heat, cold or smoke

 The Mohegan Tribal Government is committed to Native American Preference and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.