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November 7, 2024
County of Henrico Division of Fire
Henrico
TEMPORARY
Firefighter Support Technician.
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, November 25, 2024.
This is an hourly-temporary classification only. An incumbent in this position performs a variety of routine logistics-related duties to support the Division of Fire’s firefighters and fire stations on an as needed basis; performs related work as required.
Essential Duties
The Firefighter Support Technician performs a variety of routine logistics-related duties to support the Division of Fire’s firefighters and fire stations on an as needed basis; performs related work as required.
Examples of Primary Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides logistical support to the Division of Fire’s operations by receiving, verifying and unloading deliveries from vendors
- Receives orders for supplies from fire stations, pulls, loads and delivers supplies, notifies supervisor when inventories are running low and need replenished, prepares and maintains related documentation
- Supports the laundry facility operations, ensures firefighters’ clothing, bed linens, towels, mats, coveralls, etc. are laundered regularly and in accordance with the manufacturers’ guidelines using the proper laundering equipment and supplies
- Ensures the proper washing and drying of turnout gear, rescue wear, and station wear by correctly separating the layers and components, preparing the gear and clothing for laundering which may include removing removable liners and drag rescue devices (DRD) from outer shells, turning items inside out if recommended, placing DRDs in mesh laundry bags, fastening all closure and tightening systems, covering the hook portion of all hooks and loops to prevent snagging during laundering and to help guard against premature wear and damage, and properly using designated cleaning agents
- Properly cleans and decontaminates firefighters’ turnout PPE (helmet, hood, gloves, boots) after each use
- Safely handles cleaned and laundered gear and PPE and ensures thorough drying of all layers by hanging firefighters’ turnout gear and PPE properly so that the cabinet’s warm air can efficiently circulate through and thoroughly dry turnout coats, pants, gloves and boots and to prevent the return or use of damp gear, and by correctly using gear drying racks and operating the gear drying cabinets in order to ensure gear readiness for use before returning the gear to the fire stations
- Safely handles and transports contaminated EMS equipment, safely disposes of contaminated equipment when necessary, safely cleans and decontaminates equipment by adhering to all decontamination protocols, and returns decontaminated EMS equipment to the appropriate fire station
- Assists with the proper sizing and fit of new firefighting turn-out gear to ensure the integrity of the protection from the helmet, hood, gloves and boots with the turnout ensemble, prevent injury and fatigue, and to ensure each firefighter’s comfort, mobility and protection against heat hazards and hazardous contaminants
- Delivers small LP gas tanks to fire stations
- Relocates and delivers small and large Oxygen tanks to fire stations
- Assists with special projects as needed or assigned
- Cleans and maintains storage areas, laundry facility and other work areas to ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental regulations
- Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) Typically Required:
- Sound working knowledge of basic inventory practices and procedures; excellent working knowledge of the protocols for the safe handling, transport, cleaning, decontamination and disposal procedures for firefighter turnout gear, PPE, rescue and station wear exposed to hazardous materials, sound understanding of the Division of Fire’s operations.
- Safely operate an array of specialized laundry and decontamination equipment; accurately recognizes when gear, PPE or other equipment needs to be replaced; demonstrates an keen knowledge of proper fit and sizing.
- Communicates clearly, effectively and appropriately with all levels of personnel; demonstrates excellent collaborative skills; work safely and efficiently independently and as part of a team.
- Consistently uses sound judgment to handle items contaminated with hazardous materials, determine when items need replaced, & selecting the proper process and equipment for laundry and decontamination.
- Non-supervisory. Requires an uncompromising commitment to safety and protocols for own and others’ safety.
- Works in various locations including in close proximity to and in direct contact with hazardous materials.
- Performs physically demanding work including, but not limited to heavy lifting and physical exertion.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school Previous experience with cleaning, decontaminating and maintaining firefighters’ gear and PPE. OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities
Additional Information
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
Valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various locations.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, November 25, 2024.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.gov/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov.
Minimum Salary
20.06
Maximum Salary
Currency
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USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Hourly/Temporary
Hourly/Temporary
Hourly/Temporary
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