The City of Winder Fire Department is accepting applications for Certified Firefighters. We are looking for full-time and part-time firefighters.
The Firefighter will report to the Shift Officer and or through the Chain of Command to the Fire Chief. This position performs duties, both in emergency and non-emergency situations, related to fire protection, rescues, emergency medical services, hazardous, materials response, and emergency management delivery. Serves as the principal hands-on labor in providing fire department emergency and non-emergency services to the city.
- 24 Hours On Shift
- 48 Hours Off Shift
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Valid Georgia Non-Commercial Driver's License (Class F) and able to maintain a good driving record
- Must be able to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association, and the Georgia Fire-fighter Standards and Training Council
- NPQ Firefighter 1 certification
- NPQ FF2 within six (6) months of hire
- EMT certification within twelve (12) months of hire
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Must meet the requirements of applicable Georgia Laws for holding the position for a firefighter
- Must meet all fitness requirements of the fire department
- No felony convictions
- Must be a citizen of the United States
- Must meet department's psychological and background requirements
- Must be able to pass a credit check
- Work evenings, weekends and/or holidays are required
Note: Full-Time regular employees are eligible for the City's benefit package (shown below).
City Health Insurance Benefits Include:
- Health Insurance - CIGNA
- Dental - CIGNA
- Dental – 100% paid by the City for Single Employee
- Vision - CIGNA
- Short Term Disability – AFLAC - 100% City Paid
- Long Term Disability – AFLAC - 100% City Paid
- Basic Life – AFLAC - 2.5 Times Base Annual Income - City Paid
- Dependent Life – AFLAC - $5,000 for eligible spouse and $2,500 for each eligible child - City Paid
- Voluntary Life - AFLAC
- Group Accident - AFLAC
- Group Cancer - AFLAC
- Group Critical Illness - AFLAC
City Benefits:
- 13 Paid Holidays
- PTO leave starting at up to 3 weeks
- Pay In Lieu of PTO
- Education Assistance Program
- EAP Program
- Wellness Program
Retirement:
- 401 (a) Retirement Plan: City 3% Contribution at 90 days of service
- 457(b) Retirement Plan: City Matching at 90 days of service up to 3% if employee enrolls and contributes at least 3%
Public Safety Education Incentive Program:
- Associate's Degree - $120 per pay period ($3,120 annual max)
- Bachelor's Degree - $180 per pay period (4, 680 annual max)
Georgia Firefighters Pension Fund:
