About This Role
This posting is for the recruitment of both Firefighter Cadet and Certified Firefighter positions. The role involves performing firefighting and emergency medical duties in response to fire, medical, and other emergency situations. It suits individuals dedicated and passionate about making a positive impact in the community.
Responsibilities
- Perform firefighting and emergency medical duties in response to fire, medical, and other emergency situations
Requirements
- Be 18 years of age on date of hire
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school
- Possess a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina
- Pass a physical agility test
- Have a visual acuity of 20/100 or better, corrected to 20/20
- Pass a criminal background check upon offer of employment
- Meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the North Carolina Fire and Rescue Commission
- Obtain appropriate state EMS certification within one year of completing EMT academy
- Have knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with high school education
- Have sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years
- Knowledge of emergency medical protocols, procedures, standards and policies related to the delivery of emergency services
- Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and ordinances
- Knowledge of the strategies and tactics associated with a variety of emergency incidents
- Knowledge of the operation of specialized fire service equipment
- Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions
- Skill in preparing clear and accurate reports
- Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships
- Skill in setting priorities for competing projects
- Skill in performing mathematical calculations
- Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment
- Skill in interpersonal relations
- Skill in oral and written communication
- For Firefighter Cadet: attend the fire academy following the guidelines established by the provider, which includes but not limited to the academy schedule, grooming standards, physical assessments, attendance, and educational requirements
Benefits
- Great benefits
- Excellent training