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Firefighter Recruit

West Metro Fire Rescue

Denver, CO 80235

OnsiteFlexible Schedule

Must be 18 year or older with a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Recruits must have the ability to work under stressful conditions and adapt quickly to changing situations.
Recruits must be able to lift and operate all equipment located on all ambulances and fire apparatus.
Must be able to meet the requirements of the academy testing policy throughout the academy process.
Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record (driving is essential to this position).
Must be able to perform the essential duties and meet the physical demands and training requirements of the recruit academy.
Must be able to accept advice and constructive criticism in a positive manner as well as adhere to the academy code of conduct and Administrative Procedure #1001 while on or off duty.
The recruit follows orders. The recruit respects and utilizes the chain of command, complies with District rules and regulations, administrative procedures, standard operating procedures, academy rules and regulations, academy testing policy, academy statement of fundamental values, and any and all other District references (e.g., NFPA standards, Code of Federal Regulations, or OSHA requirements).
The recruit is able to act without direct supervision, exercises independent judgment, shows initiative and integrity in all situations.
Demonstrates the ability to act without direct supervision, exercises independent judgment, shows initiative and integrity in all situations.
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
Writes completely and accurately and uses acceptable grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Can operate all associated computer and electronic equipment as assigned.
Uses and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) according to District standards.
Equipment related to firefighting including fire hose, nozzles and appliances, axes, hydraulic jacks, sprinkler stops, SCBA, PPE, shovels, hydrant wrenches, wyes, forcible entry tools, fire extinguishers, exhaust fans, ropes, bolt cutters, ladders, saws, hydrant bags, valves, flashlights, small hand tools, and other equipment specifically related to the fire service, rescue, EMS, and special operations.
Must be able to lift and operate all equipment located on all ambulances and fire apparatus.
Recruits must meet the minimum physical fitness requirements: Prior to hire, an incoming recruit must meet the minimum 12 MET standard.
The recruit must be able to successfully complete the West Metro physical agility test (PAT) within the minimum required hiring standard prior to and throughout the Academy; passing is based on 70% mark.
Recruits should complete a 1.5 mile run in 12:30 minutes or less by the 10th week of Academy.
Recruits will be required to achieve 16 METs by the end of the 6th week of the Academy.
Recruits will be required to successfully complete the West Metro specific CMCB job sheet pertaining to the search maze prop prior to entering any Class A burn IDLH environment.
A recruit unable to achieve 16 METs and/or the West Metro specific CMCB job sheet pertaining to the search maze prop by the end of the 6th week of the academy will not be allowed to participate in attack line or search functions in the Class A building under live fire conditions.
A recruit will not be allowed to participate in live fire training, which shall be grounds for termination.