Driver Engineer

This is skilled and technical work involving firefighting, emergency medical response, and vehicle operation. The Driver Engineer is responsible for safely operating and maintaining fire apparatus and equipment, as well as delivering emergency care and protecting life and property during fire, rescue, and hazardous situations.

What You Will Do

Responds to fire and emergency calls; dons protective gear and operates firefighting and rescue tools. Drives emergency vehicles to scenes safely and efficiently; maintains equipment logs and ensures operational readiness.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job. Demonstrated ability to stay calm, make quick decisions, and perform under pressure.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma
• Valid Certificate of Compliance as outlined in the Florida Division of State Fire Marshal Uniform Fire Safety Rules and Standards Chapter 4A-37
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a full-time paid Firefighter in an organized, public sector, career Fire Department within the State of Florida
• Valid license as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic issued by the State of Florida Department of Health
• Meet the following driving history requirements:
• Have not accrued 12 points within 24 months or 18 points within 36 months
• Have not been convicted on alcohol/drug-related offenses within 36 months
• Have not been convicted of two (2) alcohol/drug-related offenses within 10 years
• Have not had a suspension, revocation, or restriction due to moving violations or alcohol/drug-related problems, including failure to take a breath test within the 36 months prior
• Have not had two (2) failures to pay fines within 36 months
• Have not had two (2) seatbelt violations within 36 months
• Have not had three (3) lapses of insurance within 36 months
• No serious traffic violations such as leaving the scene or driving on a suspended license within 36 months
• Must provide proof of insurance when required to use their personal vehicle as part of their daily job duties
• Possess a valid American Heart Association CPR 'BLS for Health Care Providers' card or the American Red Cross Professional CPR card
• Possess a valid American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support card and Pediatric Advanced Life Support card or HandTevy certificate
• Possess a valid Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Certification card or a recognized 16-hour course that is equivalent
• Possess a valid State of Florida Pump Operator Certification
• Aerial Operations Certificate (45hr) FSFC #BFST703/ATPC703
• Valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment
• Possess the following National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications:
• ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System
• ICS-200: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
• IS-700: National Incident Management System, An Introduction
• IS-800: National Response Framework, an Introduction

Benefits

• Direct Deposit
• Bi-Weekly Pay Checks
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• FRS Retirement
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Education Incentives
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Wellness Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Employee Gym
• Free Employee Health Clinic