Performs fire suppression duties, enters blazing buildings, locating and extinguishing fires; searches for and rescues fire victims; performs salvage operations; raises and places ladders to preserve property; overhauls the fire scene for investigation; Assists in the maintenance and repair of fire department facilities, apparatus, and equipment, including reporting problems to command staff; Assists in performing fire prevention functions, including assisting with pre-fire planning, inspecting fire extinguishers, and speaking to schools and the general public about fire prevention; Operates, maintains, and instructs others in the use of specialized equipment such as self-contained breathing apparatus, power rescue equipment, air bags, gas detectors, heat detectors, generators, chain saws, and more; Operates and maintains radios and other communications equipment, including Computer Aided Dispatch equipment and incident reporting software; Participates in drills, demonstrations and courses in firefighting techniques, medical aid, heavy rescue, hazardous material, equipment maintenance and related areas; Performs tests of pumps, hoses, hydrants and other emergency equipment; Assists with department administrative duties, including preparing reports and maintaining files and statistical information; and demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide seamless customer service. Operate computers; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; read and understand manuals, policies, and other documents; and operate and maintain fire suppression vehicles and equipment.