Firefighter

Performs responsible fire suppression and incident response activities including operating fire apparatus and participating in firefighting, hazardous materials response and technical rescue.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

Responds to major alarms and participates in incidence response including firefighting operations, operation of fire apparatus and other equipment as required; responds and participates in remediation activities of chemical spills, hazardous materials, water rescue response, technical rescue, and other related incidents; assists EMS staff in lifting and carrying stretchers and transporting patients; assists County staff in water rescue.

Drives apparatus to incident scene; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or other needs; ensures proper operation and pressure of hoses; issues equipment and monitors radio traffic for necessary response; returns fire apparatus and related equipment to service after incident response; participates in other post incident operations of cleaning and salvage.

Performs routine maintenance and servicing of equipment including washing and waxing trucks, checking fluid levels and proper operations of all apparatus and equipment on the apparatus.

Inspects station and equipment for proper appearance and condition.

Performs maintenance and cleaning of fire apparatus, equipment, station building, grounds, and related facilities; inspects various equipment for readiness including SCBAs, trucks, etc.

Participates in hose and pumper testing; performs hydrant testing and maintenance.

Assists with the preparation various reports; participates in special projects and fire prevention activities as required.

Participates in fire prevention and public education programming.

Participates in training activities for the department; participates in maintaining training records.

Additional Job Duties:

Performs related duties as required.

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines:

Considerable knowledge of modern methods of fire suppression and of the use and maintenance of firefighting apparatus and equipment.

Considerable knowledge of incident response including response to hazardous materials spills, technical rescue, and fire incident calls.

Considerable knowledge of departmental rules and regulations.

Considerable knowledge of the Incident Command System.

Knowledge of the application of information technology to the work of the department.

Working knowledge of housing construction materials and methods.

Thorough knowledge of Town streets and layout.

Skill in collaborative conflict resolution, teamwork and public contact.

Skill in the driving and operation of fire apparatus.

Ability to operate and maintain all departmental equipment and apparatus.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, officials, and members of the public.

Ability to work equitably with a diverse socio-economic population based on the unique situations encountered.

Ability to make sound judgments in emergency situations.

Ability to prepare manual and electronic records of work activities.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing.

Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Must possess visual acuity to size up the color, volume, and extent of fire involvement at fire scenes, to operate heavy fire apparatus in emergency situations, and to prepare records and reports.

Desirable Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school supplemented by completion of courses and seminars in fire service and experience in a fire service; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Required within first year of employment :

Possession of a valid class B North Carolina driver's license.

Possession of North Carolina Firefighter I/II certification.

Pay: $46,682.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person