Job Description

Firefighter/Pump Operator/Driver

The City of Red Bank has one (1) immediate openings for Firefighters.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The right candidate will achieve by:

• Demonstrating the ability to follow directions.


• Demonstrating an ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.


• Demonstrating fundamental knowledge of principles and practices in the coordination and administration of field activities related to fire prevention, control, and extinguishment of fires.

Supervision Received: The employee is under the direct supervision of a Shift / Station Officer. The employee may act as the Shift/Station Officer.

Supervision Exercised: Performs duties of Lieutenant in the temporary absence of Lieutenant.

Salary and Benefits: (G5) $52,721.26 annually + excellent benefits.

Applications will be accepted through Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Applications and job descriptions are available at Red Bank City Hall, 3105 Dayton Boulevard, Red Bank, TN

OR

At the City of Red Banks Website

Applicants must have a valid phone number. Applicants will be notified by phone for information on testing and interview times/dates. Documentation is  required for any training, education, certifications, or licenses listed on the application.

To be eligible to apply, applicants MUST:

• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.


• Be a high school graduate or equivalent.


• Be authorized to work in the United States.


• Valid Driver’s License.


• Not have been convicted of, or plead guilty to, or entered a plea of nolo contender to any felon charge or any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor, or controlled substances.


• Not have been released or discharged under anything other than an honorable discharge from any armed forces of the United States

After having met the above requirements, candidates must successfully complete the following:

• Oral interview board composed of a combination of departmental members and outside guests.


• A comprehensive background check, including but not limited to criminal, financial, and personal history.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions are fundamental job duties. They do not include marginal tasks, which are also performed but are not incidental to the primary functions. The omissions of specific statements of duties do not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position, nor does every position allocated to the job necessarily perform every duty listed.

• Drive various fire apparatus and operate pump on fire department pumper.


• Responds to fire alarms, connects hose, advances hose, operates nozzles, and directs water streams.


• Forces entry of premises for firefighting, performs rescue and salvage operations, uses fire extinguishers, axes, Halligan bars, pike poles, and other equipment.


• Removes persons from danger and administers first-aid to injured persons.


• Responds to medical calls and administers basic first aid to persons needing help.


• Positions and climbs ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings or to assist persons from burning structures.


• Creates openings in buildings for ventilation or access.


• Performs salvage operations such as throwing covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.


• Performs overhaul operations such as using pike poles, sheet rock hooks, Halligan bars, and axes to create openings in ceilings, walls, and floors to search for hidden fires.


• Carries charged hose line into structure for fire extinguishment.


• Responds to and extinguishes other types of fires such as vehicles, dumpsters, and brush.


• Physically able to wear a complete set of protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.


• Must complete and pass annual department certification in self-contained breathing apparatus and fire pump operations.


• Participates in fire training drills and attends training classes in firefighting, first aid, rescue, and related subjects.


• Performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve extreme exertion under such handicaps as smoke and cramped surroundings.


• Performs extremely strenuous and physical labor for extended periods under some unfavorable climatic conditions, frequently lifting objects weighing 50-100 pounds.


• Performs duties requiring bending, crouching, stooping, crawling, and climbing in buildings and close quarters that may be filled with smoke.


• Responds to various other emergency and non-emergency calls and renders help to bring the situation under control.

Additional Examples of Work Performed:

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed or duties which may be performed.) 

• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property, cleans and washes walls and floors, makes minor repairs, washes and dries hoses, mows yard, washes windows, paints, and otherwise maintains quarters.


• Operates departmental radios during day-to-day operations and in emergencies.


• Carries fire department radio/pager when off duty and responds to emergencies as needed.


• Participates in annual hose test, which involves unloading and reloading fire hose back on apparatus.


• Participates in the biannual testing of fire hydrants, which involves taking caps off hydrants, opening up hydrants, and checking water flow. Also includes trimming weeds from around hydrants and spraying weed killer as needed.


• Performs duties of Lieutenant in the temporary absence of Lieutenant.


• Any other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of fire prevention and State and City regulations as applied to firefighting and prevention.


• Knowledge of the geographic area of the City.


• Knowledge of general first aid and CPR.


• Knowledge of firefighting equipment and its intended uses.


• Ability to react quickly and calmly in an emergency and to determine the proper course of action.


• Ability to learn to operate a variety of firefighting equipment.


• Ability to operate a large truck safely.


• Ability to work under extreme weather conditions and dangerous heights.


• Ability to understand and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and other employees.


• Ability to wear heavy protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus for extended periods of time.


• Ability to climb ladders.


• Ability to operate and maintain power equipment.


• Ability to drive fire department apparatus at speeds consistent with safety considering traffic, weather, and road conditions and including knowledge of laws and department procedures regarding the operation of emergency vehicles in emergency responses.


• Ability to regulate and operate fire department pumper at the capacity or pressure for which it was designed.


• Ability to physically and mentally climb to different heights and function in close quarters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.


• State of Tennessee or equal certifications as a Firefighter I and have or be able to obtain Firefighter II within three (3) years of employment.


• Must become a RBFD certified PDO within 6 months of hire and obtain Tennessee Commission on Firefighting Pumper Driver Operator or equal (IFSAC, Pro Board) within 1 year from date of hire and thereafter maintain throughout employment. within the City of Red Bank.).


• Tennessee Emergency Medical Responder or higher.


• CPR


• ICS 100, 200,700, 800


• A minimum of a valid class D driver’s license and a clean driving history.


• Must have completed a basic firefighting academy of at least 240 hours. Training is subject to verification by the Training Division.


• Must maintain required certifications as prescribed by the department.


• Ability to obtain and maintain various additional certifications as required by the department.


• Must maintain an operating telephone and the number must be listed with the department.


• Must reside within a distance to the City limits that is reasonable to afford an acceptable response time as determined by the Fire Chief.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• 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.


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. 


• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Firefighting and emergency operations must be performed during all kinds of weather conditions. The employee can be exposed to extreme heat, smoke, hazardous chemicals, infectious diseases, and falling materials. Employees must perform duties requiring bending, crouching, stooping, crawling, and climbing in buildings and close quarters that may be filled with smoke.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

***Applications will be weighted according to met minimum qualifications at time of application***

Any of these factors may be used: formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, and reference check; job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above 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.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of Red Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Please submit application and resume via our website or click  APPLY below.

Applications may also be submitted via mail in an envelope marked “Firefighter” to:

City of Red Bank

Attn: Human Resources

3105 Dayton Blvd.

Chattanooga, TN 37415

Salary/Compensation: $52,721 per year

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