Firefighter

This position is open until filled. The Human Resources Office is unable to provide status updates by telephone. The salary range is listed above. Starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience. The Firefighter performs responsible fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical and incident response activities; may require ability to operate fire apparatus in the absence of an Engineer. An employee in this class participates in the operations of fire suppression, fire education and prevention, technical rescue, emergency medical, and other incident response operations at the fire station. Employees work on a 24 hour shift and participate as part of a team in the maintenance of facilities, equipment, and apparatus. Employees also participate in pre-incident planning, maintenance of records, and training programs. Work requires that the employee stay abreast of state-of-the-art fire suppression and rescue procedures, techniques, and equipment; and requires the employee to incorporate the necessary changes into in-service training. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation, conferences, and written reports concerning the quality and effectiveness of work completed.

Essential Job Functions
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, and other related incidents; responds to emergency medical incidents and provides Emergency Medical Technician Basic level services; responds to technical rescue calls operating various equipment. When needed and qualified, drives apparatus to incident scene; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or other needs; insures 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. Inspects station and equipment for proper appearance and condition; maintains equipment and re-stocks supplies as needed. Performs maintenance and cleaning of fire apparatus, equipment, station building, grounds and related facilities. Assists with the preparation fire reports; participates in special projects as required; participates in training, fire pre-planning, fire education and prevention programming, mechanical maintenance and repair and testing of hose, pumpers and hydrants, and other related activities. Participates in training on shift and when required on other occasions. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education and Experience: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience supplemented by completion of courses and seminars in fire service, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license. Possession of Firefighter I & II certification. Possession of NC Emergency Medical Responder or EMT Basic certification. Possession of Emergency Vehicle Driver certification. Possession of NIMS 100, 200, 700, & 800 course completion. Possession of Hazardous Materials Level I certification. Special Requirements: Must be able to work twenty four (24) hour shift work. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Vance County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees: free Medical, Dental & Life Insurance ($25,000 Term Policy), Retirement, 401K match up to 2%, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Bereavement Leave, Parental School Leave, Community Service Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and many optional coverages at the employee's expense: STD, LTD, Critical Care, Accident, Cancer, Whole Life Insurance and Orthodontist. For more information on the benefits available, visit www.markiiibrokerage.com/vancecountync/

Requirements: Fire suppression and rescue experience, emergency medical response training, fire apparatus operation capability

Salary: $50,523.00 - $65,680.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled