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Washington State Department of Natural Resources 2025 NE SUMMER WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER in Omak, Washington
Job Purpose:Protects citizens by extinguishing fires; executing rescues.Duties: * Prevents fire damage by conducting surveys and inspections for hazards; enforcing codes. * Prepares citizens to prevent fire damage by developing and conducting educational and training programs. * Ensures availability of water at fire scene by testing hydrants; requesting and expediting repairs; verifying repair. * Minimizes fire damage by responding to alarms; driving and operating equipment; regulating water pressure; combating and extinguishing fires; rescuing and reviving people. * Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying supervisor of needed repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques. * Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes. * Provides information by completing reports. * Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; studying publications; participating in scheduled drills. * Maintains fire station building, grounds, and related equipment by completing maintenance schedules. * Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Skills/Qualifications:Lifting, Physical Fitness, Decision Making, Handles Pressure, Deals with Uncertainty, Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Emotional Control, Integrity, Safety Management