Position works outdoor frequently in a variety of extreme weather conditions; subject to extreme noise, life-threatening conditions, situations associated with firefighting, fire rescues, fire investigations, and medical rescues; subject to safety concerns such as exposure to toxic agents, chemical, electrical, and mechanical hazards depending on the emergency environment; subject to fumes, smokes, odors, poor ventilation, hazardous materials, poor lighting, and visibility; subject to mental stress of life and death situations; strength, stamina, and mobility necessary to perform medium to heavy physical work in confined and cramped spaces; exposure to wet, slick and hazardous surfaces; exposure to traffic and busy roadways during emergency incidents. Skill in: Problem solving and appropriate decision making in an emergency situation; following complex oral and written instructions, procedures, and guidelines; utilizing applicable communications equipment used in emergency and non-emergency operations; safely and effectively operating a full range of fire suppression/emergency response apparatus and equipment; applying basic or advanced emergency medical assistance techniques; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.