Role OverviewThe Firefighter is responsible for providing fire protection, rescue operations, and emergency medical services to the public. This position is designated as an essential position.
What You Will Do
Responds to fire and medical emergencies, maintains readiness and proficiency, completes station responsibilities, supports community safety, and contributes to departmental effectiveness.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Must possess high school diploma or GED equivalent, NC Firefighter I & II Certifications, Current NC or National Registry EMR or EMT Basic Certification, and Hazardous Material Awareness and Operations Level Certification.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of the operations and maintenance of firefighting equipment used by the fire department
- Working knowledge of the geographic and street layout of the town
- Working knowledge of modern firefighting methods including flammable liquids and structural firefighting principles, practices, and procedures
- Working knowledge of radio operations
- Ability to prepare written reports
- Ability to perform heavy manual work for limited periods of time under adverse conditions
Benefits
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