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Firefighter
Vance County, NC —Henderson, NC
- $50,523 - $65,680 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Firefighter- Part Time
Vance County, NC —Henderson, NC
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
Fire Lieutenant-Part Time
Vance County, NC —Henderson, NC
- $19 an hour
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Fire Captain
Vance County, NC —Henderson, NC
- $60,250 - $78,324 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Fire Lieutenant
Vance County, NC —Henderson, NC
- $52,797 - $68,635 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Excel
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Firefighter

Vance County, NC -
Henderson, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$50,523 - $65,680 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
401(k) matching
401(k) 2% match
Bereavement leave
Life insurance

Qualifications

EVOC
National Incident Management System Introduction (NIMS-700)
Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Driving
Decision making

Full Job Description

Description

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
Knowledge of modern methods of attacking fire emergencies and of the use and maintenance of firefighting apparatus and equipment.
Knowledge of incident response including response to hazardous materials spills, technical rescue techniques, and emergency medical service calls.
Knowledge of the hazards of firefighting and appropriate safety precautions.
Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations.
Knowledge of service area streets and layout.
Knowledge of the application of information technology to the work of the department.
Skill in teamwork and collaborative conflict resolution.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, officials, and members of the public.
Ability to engage in effective teamwork.
Ability to prepare records of work activities.
Ability to operate or learn to operate all required equipment and apparatus.
Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
Ability to work flexible hours, including 24 hour shifts.
Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, including the human body. Tasks may require the following abilities: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have the visual acuity to size up the color, volume, and extent of fire involvement at fire scenes, to operate heavy fire apparatus in emergency situations, and to prepare records and reports.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments. The employee is subject to the hazards associated with incidence response work including working in inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold temperatures, loud noise, vibration, moving parts, high heat, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, oils, wearing respirators, and working in close quarters. The employee is also subject to the final OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens.

Please Note:
If offered a position, official transcripts/verification of education must be submitted directly to the Human Resources Office from the educational institution(s) listed on application. Positions requiring a minimum education/certification must also have official documents submitted to the Human Resources Office. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted by the candidate with the application for consideration of meeting minimum job requirements.

Vance County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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