Fire Safety Officer I

Under regular supervision, responds to fire emergencies, rescues, hazardous material and medical calls occurring on a military installation. Perform 24-hour standby for fire suppression and rescue operations under conditions that can be extremely stressful and dangerous. Operate fire apparatus and other related equipment. Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, tools, protective clothing and other assigned equipment. Participate in training and evaluation exercises as required. Provide medical assistance at the first responder or higher (EMR) levels. In the absence of a Senior Fire Officer assumes command of the emergency scene until relieved. Performs other duties as assigned by higher fire authorities.

Normal 53-hour workweek. McCrady Fire Department provides 24/7 emergency services and will consist of three shifts, each working 24-hrs on/off with an average workweek of 53-hrs and 106-hrs per scheduled pay period.

Send additional information to Office of the Adjutant General, Stop 12, 1 National Guard Road, Columbia, SC 29201, fax to (803) 299-1071 or email to robert.faulk@scmd.sc.gov.

Requirements: High school diploma, Firefighter II (IFSAC/ProBoard) certification, valid South Carolina driver's license, NFPA-1582 physical standards with ability to wear SCBA, basic knowledge of fire apparatus operations and driving skills meeting NFPA 1002 standards within 6 months, basic working knowledge of Hazardous Materials Operations and First-Aid, broad working knowledge of structural firefighting and rescue techniques, working knowledge of Fire Prevention procedures, ability to lift 100 lbs six feet high, pass Firefighter Physical based on NFPA 1500 standards, Drug Testing, and Background Check

Salary: $40,086.00 - $68,136.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Continuous