Firefighter

Crisp County is seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of Firefighter.

Essential Functions:

Responds to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, natural disasters, explosions, bomb threats, downed power lines, and other emergency situations; responds to instructions from dispatcher; contacts appropriate related agencies as needed; performs general housekeeping and maintenance work associated with maintaining fire station; operates related equipment.

Duties Include:

Provides protection of life and property; Operate firefighting equipment and employ techniques to suppress, control and extinguish fires; Respond to a variety of emergency calls requiring the administration of first aid and medical treatment such as administering oxygen, resuscitation, CPR, removing victims from danger, etc.; Determines causes of fires, investigates and gathers information from scene, prepares and forwards findings; prepares various records and reports such as incident reports, station log books, fire inspection reports; maintain and repair equipment as needed; maintain up-keep of stations and grounds; attend schools and training as directed; other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be NPQ 1 certified firefighter; or obtain certification within 1 year of employment
• Possess a valid Georgia driver's license
• No felony convictions in the past 10 years
• Must be able to perform all functions of the firefighter responsibility
• Must pass drug screen
• Must pass physical
• Must pass background check

A very competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

Crisp County Board of Commissioners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person