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MRFD Resident Firefighter Job Description
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of Career Firefighter, a Resident Firefighter is expected to
efficiently perform, at some bodily risk, duties involving the protection of life and property
from fires or other emergencies. Sometimes assigned to an engine, ladder or rescue company,
the Resident Firefighter may be required to maintain fire apparatus and perform other duties
as directed.
Requirements for entry
• At least 18-years-old
• High School diploma or equivalency
• Valid Montana driver’s license
• Physical agility test
• Oral interview
Distinguishing Features of the Class
A Resident Firefighter is responsible for the efficient, accurate and rapid completion of all
tasks assigned by MRFD Staff and may perform duties on a rescue squad, engine, truck and/or
other fire service equipment. A Resident Firefighter works closely with other personnel in the
normal performance of duties.
Representative Duties
Responds to fires and other emergency alarms and assists in those operations necessary to
insure the confinement and extinguishment of fires or the elimination of other hazardous
conditions; assists in the evacuation of endangered persons from hazardous locales; connects
and lays hose lines; operates hose nozzles and other fire extinguishing appliances in an
efficient manner to reduce water or other damage; raises, lowers and climbs ladders; uses
hand and power tools; makes forcible entry into buildings; opens up walls and other structures;
enters burning buildings or other locations; protects property through salvage and clean-up
operations by using salvage covers, brooms, mops, shovels and similar equipment; replaces
broken or ruptured sprinkler heads to prevent unnecessary water damage; operates
resuscitator and inhalator and administers first aid and CPR; assists officers at the scene of a
fire or other locale by delivery of messages, receiving reports and transmitting orders; assists
in getting equipment and apparatus prepared for further alarms after a fire or emergency;
attends instruction classes, training sessions and drills; studies local conditions and factors
affecting fire operations; assists in maintaining fire apparatus, equipment and stations.