Firefighter- Part Time

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 Fire Engineer serves as a part time Firefighter and/or Fire Engineer with Vance County Fire Department working at the main station and/or sub-station as assigned. The employee provides response to fires and EMS calls operating all necessary fire and first responder equipment for suppression and EMS related incidents. This position is responsible for daily assignments, apparatus, building and equipment maintenance, fire prevention, pre—incident planning, training, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

Responds to alarms and participates in incidence response including firefighting operations, driving and operation of fire apparatus including pumpers, aerial 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 EMT Basic services; responds and provides technical rescue services. 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. Performs maintenance and cleaning of fire apparatus, equipment, station building, hydrants, hose lines, and related facilities, equipment and supplies. Assists with the preparation fire reports; participates in special projects as required. Participates in in-service training programs. Participates in fire prevention and public education programming, and pre-incident surveys. Participates in mechanical maintenance and repair of apparatus and other equipment. Performs special assignments or projects requiring the leadership or coordination of others such as SCBA maintenance and repair, radio equipment maintenance and repair; building maintenance, hydrant maintenance, hose line testing and maintenance, etc. Participates in preparation and maintenance of records and incident reports. Acts in the absence of the Captain to lead the shift at an assigned station. 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 NIMS 100, 200, 700, & 800 course completion. Possession of Hazardous Materials Level I certification. Possession of Emergency Vehicle Driver certification. Possession of Emergency Medical Responder or EMT-Basic certification. Special Requirements: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at time of hire. Must be able to work twenty four (24) hour shift work.

Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.

Requirements: Fire suppression and EMS response experience, fire apparatus operation, fire prevention knowledge

Salary: $18.00 Hourly

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled