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Fire Fighter Job Description Page 2 of 3 Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to handle extensive training in operations of apparatus, tools and Equipment. • Ability to work in extreme conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, heights, confined spaces, and high stress environments. • Ability to perform hazardous tasks under emergency conditions, which may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke and cramped surroundings, and in the inspections of buildings for fire hazards to prevent fires from starting. • Ability to complete and pass the Firefighter Physical Fitness Test. • Ability to complete and pass the Firefighter Oral Interview Test. • Ability to complete and pass the Firefighter Personal Evaluation. • Ability to complete and pass the Firefighter pre-employment physical, health history, drug screen “non-DOT” and criminal background check. • Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information. • Ability to complete firefighter probationary requirements within 2 years of hire. Education and/or Certifications Required • High School Diploma or GED equivalent Education and/or Certifications required within 2-year probationary period • EMSRB Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) State Certification • Firefighter I & II State Certification • National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700,100, 200 Certifications • Pass the Hugo Fire Department competency check. Desired Education and/or Certifications  Hazmat Ops State Certification  Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO) Class and/or State Certification OR  Any alternatives or substitutions to the above qualifications or education as the Fire Chief may find appropriate. Annual Requirements • Attain the established percentages needed for calls and training to be held in good standing with the department. • Maintain 100% of mandatory training included but not limited to Emergency Medical Responder modules and CPR training, OSHA Right to Know, Blood Borne Pathogens and other firefighter training required to maintain certifications provided by the department and approved outside entities. • Receive clearance from annual medical evaluation to resume duties as a firefighter for the City of Hugo based on current medical tests including, but not limited to, SCBA/N95 Fit Testing, Hearing, Cardiac and Pulmonary Functions, and any other tests deemed necessary by the City of Hugo Fire Department or medical professionals hired by the City of Hugo.