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The following job codes are covered under this job description:

4347        Engineer 56 DV                     4635        Engineer 56 OP

4584        Engineer 56 QP                     4636        Engineer 56 QP OP

4740        Engineer 56 QP TQ CL            4396        Engineer 56 QP TQ CL DV

4640        Engineer 56 QP TQ OP            4546        Engineer 56 TQ

4742        Engineer 56 TQ CL                 4350        Engineer 56 TQ CL DV

4351        Engineer 56 TQ DV                 4961        Engineer 56 TQ OP

4475        Engineer 56 QP TQ CL DV OP  5075        Engineer 56 TQ CL OP

This is specialized work in the protection of life and property through emergency and non-emergency services to the citizens and visitors of Orange County. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Lieutenant with considerable independence requiring discretion, sound judgment and initiative while being committed to organizational values and providing on-target customer service and positive community relations.

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

• Selects the appropriate route to the alarm scene, drives the apparatus and positions the apparatus in the most advantageous location.
• Locates hydrants, determines the availability and quantity of water supply and provides adequate pressure and control.
• Engages, operates and tests pump equipment and monitors pump instruments.
• Inspects apparatus to ensure safety and readiness.
• Uses standard operating techniques in emergency situations.
• Operates fire suppression and rescue equipment with the most appropriate techniques and procedures to minimize property damage and risk to life.
• Directs traffic away from critical zones and gives necessary directions to the public and subordinates.
• Attends formal training and in station training sessions to maintain and improve proficiency with equipment and job knowledge.
• Participates in Public Relations activities such as school demonstrations, safety demonstrations, etc.
• to promote the image of the Department as a public safety provider in the community.
• Must ride up as a Company Officer “Lieutenant” when requested.
• Performs other related duties as may be necessary to fulfill the mission of Engineer.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The following prerequisites must be met prior to application for the selection procedure:

A minimum of three (3) years as a fifty-six (56) hour employee with Orange County Fire Rescue.

Must possess and maintain a Florida EMT or Paramedic Certification.

Must produce a certificate from an approved *Driver/Operator course certification.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.

Approved certification must be from an 80 hour Pump Operator course (40 hours of Hydraulics & 40 hours of Pump operation) or the OCFRD RED (Relief Engineer Driver) program.

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