Fire Trainee/Firefighter EMT/1st Class/2nd Class/Senior

JOB
**Firefighter Trainee ($15.65 per hr.). Candidates that currently have a valid EMT-B and fire certifications can qualify for Firefighter EMT, 1st Class, 2nd Class (Salary Range $47,551 - $71,327), Senior Firefighter (Salary Range $52,426 - $78,639) depending on qualifications. ** To view full job descriptions for each position, click here. The Firefighter/EMT participates in fire suppression, emergency medical response, technical rescue, fire education, and prevention activities. Working a 24-hour shift schedule, this position functions as part of a highly trained team responsible for protecting life and property through emergency response and community risk reduction efforts.Firefighters maintain stations, equipment, and apparatus; assist with pre-incident planning; and participate in regular training to remain proficient with current fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical procedures. The role requires staying current with evolving techniques and integrating new practices into training as needed. Work is performed under the supervision of the Fire Captain and is evaluated through observation, reports, and demonstrated performance.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Participates in incident 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, and responds to technical rescue calls operating various equipment.Responds to and provides care for emergency medical incidents as an EMT.When needed and qualified, drives apparatus to incident scene, properly places apparatus to establish water supply or other needs, ensures proper operation and pressure of hose, issues equipment, monitors radio traffic for necessary responses, and returns fire apparatus and related equipment to service after incident response.Inspects station and equipment for proper appearance and condition, cleans and maintains station and grounds; maintains equipment, and re-stocks supplies as needed.Performs maintenance and cleaning of fire apparatus, equipment, station building, and related facilities.Assists with the preparation fire reports and other manual and digital record keeping, participates in special projects as required, participates in training, fire pre-planning, fire inspections, fire education and prevention programming, maintenance and testing of hose, pumpers, and hydrants. and other related activities.Participates in training on shift and may assist with onboarding and training new employees and when required on other occasions.Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Graduation from high school supplemented by completion of courses and seminars in fire service; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.Special RequirementsPossession of a valid North Carolina driver's license or equivalent. Possession of NC Firefighter certification. Possession of NC Hazardous Material Responder I Certification. Possession of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) certification. Ability to obtain other certifications, meet department specific career development policy guidelines, and Village specific requirements.