Firefighter

Public Servants Making A Difference!

Whether you are just starting your career or you're an experienced professional, the City of Statesboro offers a variety of career opportunities with its many departments and divisions. As an employee of the City, the work you do will directly benefit the citizens of Statesboro. So why not join our team and make a difference in your community?

Description

The Firefighter is responsible for protecting lives and property endangered by fire and other emergency situations.

Examples of Duties

• Responds to fire and performs fire suppression activities utilizing firefighting equipment and techniques, including nozzle operation, fire stream direction, and building ventilation;
• Responds to requests of investigation of gas leaks, suspicious odors, and fire alarms;
• Inspects burned structures and vehicles;
• Performs rescue, salvage, and overhaul operations;
• Participants in mandatory physical fitness programs;
• Inspects assigned apparatus and equipment;
• Cleans and performs routine maintenance on same;
• Maintains apparatus in ready condition;
• Participates and assists in training, fire drills, and mock disasters, including set-up and evacuation;
• Teaches fire prevention and fire safety to local schools and civic groups;
• Acts as substitute driver of emergency vehicles which could include establishing a fire stream, placing ladders, and monitoring gauges;
• Conducts periodic inspections of hoses and hydrants;
• Assists with gathering information for fire reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License

• Firefighter 1 Certification; and
• One (1) year of experience in a related field.

Additional Information

The selected candidate must complete the following requirements prior to starting work with the City of Statesboro:

• Background Investigation
• Pre-Employment Urinalysis
• Pre-Employment Physical

Equal Opportunity Statement
The City of Statesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Statesboro will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with eligible disabilities (unless the disability precludes performance of the essential functions of the position).
The City of Statesboro is a drug-free workplace.
The City of Statesboro participates in E-Verify.