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Fire Fighter Recruit
Minimum Experience and Training:
Graduation from high school or possession of certification of high school equivalency (GED); Progression beyond the Fire Fighter Recruit position shall require than an employee occupying this position attain permanent status and satisfactorily complete all requirements of the Fire Academy. The Fire Fighter Recruit shall then be automatically promoted to the Fire Fighter I position.
Other Necessary Special Qualifications:
A. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the Territory of Guam. (This requirement does not apply to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Republic of Palau, and the Federated States of Micronesia.)
B. Must be in good health and physical condition.
C. Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of certification.
Established: November 1995
Amended: January 1996
Pay Grade: F
Hay Evaluation:
-
Know How: CI1
100
Problem Solving: 62 (16%)
18
Accountability: B1A
19
Total Points:
135
Fire Fighter I
Illustrative Examples of Work
(These examples do not list all the duties which may be assigned; any one position may not include all the duties listed.)

Attends on-the-job and refresher training classes on fire suppression, prevention, rescue and ambulance operations.

Participates in fire drills and receives on-the-job training in all fire suppression positions except as a driver/operator.

Responds to all emergency/non-emergency alarms with assigned company; lays and connects hoses; holds nozzles; directs fog or water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment.

Responds to emergency medical calls by ambulance; checks pulse and respiration of persons to determine whether circulation and respiration are functional; treats range of injuries on persons involved in accidents using first aid and emergency medical technician (EMT) techniques; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); transports sick or injured persons by ambulance to medical facilities.

Ventilates burning buildings by opening windows and walls or by chopping holes in roofs and floors; removes persons from danger; holds life nets; performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.

Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property; cleans walls and floors; makes minor repairs to property and equipment; washes and hangs hoses; cleans and secures test apparatus.

Relays instructions, orders, and information; gives location of alarms from dispatcher; Performs related duties as required.


Minimum Knowledge: Abilities and Skills
Knowledge of the physical layout of villages throughout the Territory of Guam
Knowledge of the technical aspects of fire suppression, prevention, rescue, arid ambulance operations
Knowledge of first aid principles, practices, and techniques
Ability to work effectively with the public and employees
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Skill in use, operation, adn care of fire suppression equipment and apparatuses
Minimum Experience and Training:
Automatic upgrading from Fire Fighter Recruit/Apprentice to Fire Fighter I upon attaining permanent status and successful completion of Fire Academy Training.
Necessary Special Qualifications
A. Possesion of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) basic certification.
B. Possession of a valid driver's license.
Established: January 1974
Amended: September 2002
Pay Grade: 1
Hay Evaluation:
-
Know How: DI1
132
Problem Solving: C2 (22%)
29
Accountability: C1C
38
Total Points:
199
 
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