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City of Lewiston And City of Auburn Joint Firefighter/EMT Recruitment Application packet to include: Description of Hiring Process Joint L/A Firefighter Application for Employment Acknowledgement of Risk and Limited Release from Liability Form City of Lewiston Firefighter/EMT Job Description City of Auburn Firefighter/EMT Job Description Description of Physical Agility Test FF packet – joint/c:drive ---PAGE BREAK--- Hiring Procedures for Firefighters/EMT’s City of Lewiston And City of Auburn The Cities of Lewiston and Auburn are conducting a joint recruitment for Firefighters/EMT’s. Applicants who meet the minimum standards and pass the agility test will be certified in both cities. Step 1: Advertisement: Lewiston Sun Journal Jobsinme.com website MMA Jobs website Maine Career Center Various Colleges Step 2: Applications may be picked up from and returned to either the Auburn Human Resources Department, 60 Court Street, Auburn, ME 04210 or the Lewiston Human Resources Department, 27 Pine Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240. Application packets may also be downloaded from the City of Auburn’s web site: www.auburnmaine.org. and the City of Lewiston’s web site: www.lewistonmaine.gov by using the Human Resources link. For application packets, please call the Auburn Human Resources Department at (207) 333- 6601 ext 1414 or 1416 or e-mail [EMAIL REDACTED] or the Lewiston Human Resources Office at (207) 513-3045 ext 3238 or 3239 or e-mail [EMAIL REDACTED] Step 3: The following are minimum standards for firefighter in the City of Auburn and the City of Lewiston: • Applicants must have attained the age of 20 and be high school graduates or have passed a high school equivalency exam. • Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. • Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions be able to pass a pre-employment physical and substance abuse test. • Basic EMS License required, Paramedic level preferred. • Preference will be given to candidates having Firefighter I and II certifications. Step 4: For consideration for the position of firefighter, please submit the following information: • Completed employment application for firefighter • Resume • Copies of relevant certificates and training • Copy of CPAT certification current within the past 12 months. ---PAGE BREAK--- • Acknowledgement of Release of Liability for the physical agility test (if candidate does not have a current CPAT certification. Deadline for submission of application packet is Friday September 30, 2011. Step 5: Applicants who meet the minimum standards for firefighter will receive notification that they are eligible to take the physical agility test. The notification will provide the date, time and location of the Physical agility test. Those candidates who have received the CPAT certification within the past 12 months are not required to take the physical agility test. Step 6: A description of the Physical Agility Test is enclosed in the application packet. The physical agility test is a strenuous test. We advise you to practice as much as possible. Practice will improve your overall performance and will increase the likelihood that you will pass the agility test. Applicants who meet the minimum standards and pass the agility test (or who have a current CPAT certification) will be placed on the certified list for both the City of Lewiston and the City of Auburn. Step 7: The remainder of the hiring process will be conducted by the Fire Departments. Further steps may include submission of additional information, interviews, pre-employment physical, substance abuse test, reference check and background test. Applicants will be contacted directly by the Human Resources Department or the Fire Department. For additional information call Deborah Grimmig, Auburn Human Resources Director at (207) 333-6601 ext 1414 or 1416 or Irene Dostie, Lewiston Human Resources Assistant at (207) 513-3045 ext 3238 or 3239. Hiring Procedures for Firefighters – Joint 2007/c:drive ---PAGE BREAK--- LEWISTON AND AUBURN APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT For Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic CITY OF AUBURN CITY OF LEWISTON HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT 60 Court Street, Suite 420 27 Pine Street Auburn, ME 04210 Lewiston, Me 04240 [PHONE REDACTED] ext 1414 or 1416 [PHONE REDACTED] ext 3238 or 3239 [EMAIL REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] www.auburnmaine.org www.lewistonmaine.gov Last First MI Current Street & Number City, State, Zip Code Email Position(s) applied Can you perform the job for which you have applied with or without reasonable accommodations?_________ Minimum rate of pay Were you previously employed by the City of Auburn or City of Lewiston? If Yes, what department?____ List any relatives working for the City of Auburn or City of Lewiston. On what date would you be available to start EDUCATION Course Check last Did you List degree School Name of Study year completed Graduate? Or diploma School 9, 10, 11, 12, + yes no High School or GED College 1, 2, 3, 4 yes no Applying for: Lewiston Auburn Both cities_____ ---PAGE BREAK--- Other (specify) yes no RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT LIST BELOW ALL PRESENT AND PAST EMPLOYMENT, BEGINNING WITH MOST RECENT Name/Address of From To Describe Final Reason for Name of Employer/Type mo/yr mo/yr work done salary leaving Supervisor 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. IF MORE SPACE IS NEEDED, PLEASE USE BACK OF THE APPLICATION May we contact the employers listed above?______ If not, indicate by number which one(s) you do not wish us to contact._____ If a veteran, what type of work related experience or military training have you If you have other skills or training not indicated above, please list: (for example, typing, shorthand, accounting skills, computer skills, heavy equipment operator skills, mechanical skills, Do you have a valid Maine Driver’s license?______Do you have a specialized Driver’s license? (for example, Commercial Driver’s Do you have a valid Driver’s license from another state?____If yes, which state and date of expiration of Please list any specialized employment or professional/technical licenses or certificates, such as Master Electrician’s, Plumber License, Real Estate License, ---PAGE BREAK--- Have you been charged with or convicted of a felony crime? Please provide the date, nature of the charge or crime and state where the incident(s) took place. WORK RELATED REFERENCES Name and Number__ 1. 2. 3. I certify all the information set forth is true and I understand that falsification may be considered sufficient cause for dismissal. I understand that if hired, I have no employment contract and may be terminate or laid off at any time without advance notice at the will of the City of Auburn. Any verbal statements of any person to the contrary are void and an employment contract may only be made in writing by the City Manager or the City Council. Signature of Applicant ---PAGE BREAK--- INFORMATION RELEASE I hereby authorize the release of the following information to bona fide representatives of the Auburn Human Resources Department and/or the Auburn Police Department. I also realize that persons other than those listed as references may be contacted for job related and personal character references and I authorize that as well. 1. Complete transcript of all secondary and post secondary scholastic records. 2. Complete record of all credit information. 3. Complete record of all past and present employment information. 4. A security clearance check. 5. Motor Vehicle Registration 6. Driver’s License number and state from which license was obtained. Date Signature A substance abuse test and/or a job related medical exam/physical will be required after an offer of employment has been made. Application for FF-EMT joint 2007/c:drive ---PAGE BREAK--- FIRE FIGHTER/EMT LEWISTON FIRE DEPARTMENT DEFINITION: Under supervision, to drive and operate fire response apparatus, in response to fire alarms, medical calls and other emergencies; to participate in fire suppression, medical responses, station maintenance and training activities; and to do related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AS A FIREFIGHTER: Responding as a Firefighter, the individual performs the following: • Drives fire or medical apparatus to the emergency scene. • Makes hose connections and operates pump to maintain proper flow of water. • Operates various firefighting equipment and devices necessary to perform suppression activities and save lives. • Assists in the suppression of fires, including rescue and entry. • Assists in the maintenance activities on apparatus and equipment to return it to readiness for further alarms. • Assists in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment and fire station housekeeping. • Responds to emergency medical calls when applicable. • Participates in continuing training, instructional and educational programs. • Acts for officers when applicable, and responds to major alarms while off duty. • Performs other related duties as assigned. LFD FIREFIGHTER –EMT JOB DESCRIPTION 2007/c:drive ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Auburn Job Description Firefighter/EMT JOB TITLE: FIRE PRIVATE DEPARTMENT: FIRE REPORTS TO: FIRE LIEUTENANT JOB SUMMARY: Firefighters are the front line personnel for a variety of emergencies which can occur within the City of Auburn or within communities with whom the City has mutual aide. As such Firefighters must respond to emergencies in an expedient and professional manner to reduce loss of life and property. Firefighters are expected to assist with administrative duties assigned to them by the Platoon Chiefs, Captains and Lieutenants and to assist in carrying out the goals and objectives of the Department. MAJOR DUTIES: Performs a variety of emergency rescue operations to protect lives and property, including fighting fires, responding to medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, water rescues and other types of emergency rescues. Maintains station, ground and equipment. Performs inspections for fire prevention. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position including firefighting and other emergency operations in all weather conditions under stressful situations. MAJOR DUTIES: All duties may not be performed by all incumbents. Responds to all types of rescue, fire suppression, medical and non- medical emergency calls. Implements action required to save lives and property. May be assigned as driver for the apparatus. Participates in continuing study, training and drill activities to achieve and maintain required skills, good health and physical strength. Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and vehicles to include performing pump tests on apparatus. Prepares and maintains various departmental logs, reports and forms. Provides life support, CPR and first aid. Assists EMS personnel when ---PAGE BREAK--- necessary. Conducts fire prevention and safety inspections in local businesses, schools, boarding homes, apartment buildings and private residences as required or requested by owners. Participates in preplans for businesses, industries, schools, multi-family dwellings, boarding homes, hotels, and similar structures. Maintains station and grounds to include sweeping, cleaning, making repairs, mowing lawns, emptying trash and shoveling snow. Participates in personnel evaluations of peers and supervisors. Assists with training of probationary employees assigned to the firefighter's vehicle and/or platoon. Participate in special projects or assignments. Continually work toward the improvement and productivity of the Auburn Fire Department. Performs other related duties as assigned. As Emergency Medical Personnel: Performs various EMS practices and procedures to include CPR, first aid, advanced life support and all trained life saving procedures, to include emergency child birth as appropriate to the firefighters EMT certification level. Operates various medical equipment, devices or instruments necessary to save lives. Determines and provides proper method of extrication and transport to the hospital. Prepares various reports and documents. Testifies in court if necessary. Cleans and disinfects equipment and apparatus following emergency medical calls to avoid contracting disease. Maintains all necessary licenses, certifications in order to perform as emergency medical personnel. Performs other related duties as assigned. ---PAGE BREAK--- June 2008 LEWISTON & AUBURN FIRE DEPARTMENT PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST The candidate shall be required to perform the following agility test evolutions. Applicants are expected to wear appropriate clothing for this exam (shirt, and long pants, sneakers and a pair of hard sole footwear). All scoring is on a pass fail basis. 1. RUN - The candidate shall run 1½ miles within 13 minutes. 2. WEIGHT CARRY – The candidate, given a weight of one hundred twenty-five pounds, shall lift the weight from the floor and carry the weight one hundred (100) feet without stopping. 3. HOSE/LINE EXTENSION – The candidate shall successfully pull and drag one hundred (100) feet of 2½ inch hose (approx. 75 lbs.) a prescribed distance (285 feet). The candidate shall first drag it one hundred fifty (150) feet to a marked end line and then reverse the direction and return with the hose one hundred thirty five (135) feet to the start line. The candidate shall move as quickly as possible. You will be timed. The maximum time allowed to complete this event is two minutes. This test is designed to test general agility to perform a task repeated at fires when advancing hose lines. Hose is extremely heavy when filled with water. 4. EVENT –LADDER RAISE AND EXTENION EQUIPMENT: This event uses two 28-foot fire department ladders. For your safety, a retractable lanyard is attached to the ladder you raise. PURPOSE OF EVALUATION: This event is designed to simulate the critical tasks of placing a ground ladder at a fire structure and extending the ladder to the roof or window. This event challenges your aerobic capacity, upper body muscular strength, lower body muscular strength, balance, grip strength and anaerobic endurance. This event affects your aerobic and anaerobic energy systems as well as the following muscle groups; biceps, deltoids, upper back, trapezius, muscles of the forearm, and hand (grip), glutes, and hamstrings. ---PAGE BREAK--- June 2008 EVENT For this event, you must walk to the top rung of the 28-foort aluminum extension ladder, lift the unhinged end from the ground and walk it up until it is stationary against the wall. This must be done in a hand over hand fashion, using each rung until the ladder is stationary against the wall. You must not use the ladder rails to ladder. Immediately proceed to the pre positioned and secured 28-foot aluminum extension ladder, stand with both feet within the marked box of 36 inches x 36 inches and extend the fly section hand over hand until it hits the top. Then lower the fly section hand over hand in a controlled fashion to the starting position. This concludes the event. FAILURES: If you miss any rung during the raise, one warning is given. The second infraction constitutes a failure, the test time is concluded and you fail the test. If you allow the ladder to fall to the ground or the safety lanyard is activated because you released your grip on the ladder, the test time is concluded and you fail the test. If during the ladder extension, your feet do not remain within the marked boundary lines, one warning is given. The second infraction constitutes a failure, the test time is concluded and you fail the test. If you do not maintain control of the ladder in a hand over hand manner, or let the rope halyard slip in an uncontrolled manner, your test time is concluded and you fail the test. 5. BENT KNEE SIT-UPS – The candidate will perform 35 bent knee sit-ups within two minutes. 6. AERIAL LADDER CLIMB - Must be able to climb the aerial ladder extended 75 feet. Candidates will climb the ladder from the platform to the top, touching the tip of the ladder and proceeding back down the ladder to the platform. This test is to be completed in a continuous climb and descent without any stops or hesitation. The angle of climb for the aerial ladder will be 70 degrees. An experienced test administrator will be present to assist you back down the ladder should you need help. The candidate will wear a safety belt and hard sole footwear. This test is designed to ascertain the absence of acrophobia (fear of heights). Firefighters are required to perform fire fighting and rescue work above ground level. Physical Agility Test – FF Joint c:Drive ---PAGE BREAK--- CITY OF LEWISTON, MAINE CITY OF AUBURN, MAINE ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK AND LIMITED RELEASE OF LIABILITY Whereas, the City of Auburn and the City of Lewiston, (hereinafter "the Cities") requires candidates for the position of Firefighter to take and pass, certain tests for agility and physical dexterity, as a pre-condition to employment; and is a candidate (hereinafter "The Candidate") for the position of Firefighter; and Whereas, said Candidate has had the nature and extent of the tests and the physical demands associated with them, fully and completely explained by the Cities; and Whereas, said Candidate has made a full and complete disclosure to the Cities of the Candidate's physical condition and represented to the Cities that the Candidate is unaware of any physical condition which should prevent or deter the candidate from taking the agility tests herein referred to and acknowledges that he/she should not take these tests if he/she had such a condition; NOW THEREFORE, the Candidate, in consideration of being given the opportunity to apply for employment with the Cities, and the Cities, in consideration of the disclosures herein referred to, agree as follows: 1. That if said Candidate should sustain injury, damage or death as a result of participating in said tests, due to a known or unknown existing or pre-existing physical condition, the said Candidate hereby, for himself/herself, his/her heirs, successors and assigns, releases, acquits and forever discharges the Cities, its officers, agents, servants and employees, past and present, or and from any actions, causes of action, costs or expenses in any way growing out of, any and all known and unknown physical injury, damage or death. 2. That if the Candidate sustains injury, damage or death, during the taking of these tests for any other reason whatsoever, the Candidate retains whatever rights he/she may have as a result of said happening against the Cities or any other entity. 3. That the parties hereto have read this document, understand its terms and agree to be bound thereby. Dated this day of 20__ Candidate Witness PLEASE SIGN, DATE AND HAVE THIS FORM WITNESSED BEFORE YOU RETURN IT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITH YOUR APPLICATION. Release form – FF’er joint/c:drive ---PAGE BREAK--- FIREFIGHTERS/EMT’S/PARAMEDICS The Cities of Lewiston and Auburn, Maine The Cities of Lewiston and Auburn are conducting a joint recruitment for Firefighter/EMT’s/Paramedics. Applicants must be 20 years of age and have completed high school or have passed a high school equivalency exam. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and hold a current Basic EMT License. Candidates with Paramedic License and Firefighter I and II certifications preferred. Firefighter packets may be obtained by contacting the Auburn Human Resources Department at (207) 333-6601 ext 1414 or 1416, e-mail address is [EMAIL REDACTED] or the City of Lewiston Human Resources Department at (207) 513-3045 ext 3238 or 3239, e-mail address is [EMAIL REDACTED] Return completed application packets to either Lewiston Human Resources Department, 27 Pine Street Lewiston, ME 04240 or the Auburn Human Resources Department, 60 Court Street, Auburn, ME 04210. Deadline for return of the completed application packets is September 30, 2011. The City of Lewiston and the City of Auburn are Equal Opportunity Employers.