This is a classified position. This is an entry-level position for those who are interested in a career in the fire service. An employee in this class is responsible for a variety of tasks related to prevention and suppression of fires. Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations and cadet may be required to work shifts. Work assignments are received from a superior officer who evaluates performance through the review of work methods, procedures, and results. An employee appointed as a Fire Cadet remains on probation for the entire time the employee is in that classification. A cadet may be separated from employment at any time without appeal rights. This classification is established as an apprenticeship program. Examples of Work:Attends regular training classes on fire methods, first aid, and related subjects. Aids firefighters in firefighting procedures such as fire prevention, fire suppression, fire rescue, and salvage operations. Performs routine and special housekeeping functions. Aids in the inspection and maintenance of fire hydrants and other fire related equipment. Aids in the maintenance, repair, and construction of fire facilities and grounds. May be required to drive automotive equipment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to understand and comply with departmental policies, rules, and regulations. Ability to acquire knowledge of fire methods, practices, and procedures. Ability to respond to emergency situations in a calm and collective manner. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with associates and the general public. Ability to develop knowledge of the geography of the city and the location of important buildings. The mental and physical demands and the work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mental and Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to hold or feel, reach with hands and arms, walk, talk, smell and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, crouch and crawl. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves over 100 pounds. Work Environment:An employee in this job is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and has a risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment may be loud. This description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.