Entry-Level Firefighter Trainee – Hands-On Training

City of Moss Point; Moss Point, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Moss Point is recruiting entry-level firefighter trainees to participate in classroom and practical training for fire prevention, rescue, and equipment maintenance. You will learn to respond to emergencies, assist in fire suppression, and study building plans and pre-emergency procedures under supervision.

Entry-level staff train toward certification in fire, safety, and emergency response areas, with duties including station upkeep and public education activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older at time of employment.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid State driver's license without record of suspension or revocation.
• No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories.
• U.S. citizen; must be able to read and write English.
• Must be of good moral character and industrious habits.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom and practical training in fire prevention and suppression under immediate supervision.
• Learn how to respond to emergency calls; assist in emergency rescue and fire suppression.
• Learn operation, inspection, minor repair and maintenance of Moss Point Fire Department apparatus and equipment.
• Assist in rescuing trapped or injured persons and operate rescue and emergency equipment as necessary.
• Study building plans, fire prevention systems, and pre-emergency plans for the area.
• Performs tours and educational programs for groups and the public; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Valid driver's license

U.S. citizen

No felony convictions

18+ years old

Good moral character

Job description

City of Moss Point is recruiting entry-level firefighter trainees to participate in classroom and practical training for fire prevention, rescue, and equipment maintenance. You will learn to respond to emergencies, assist in fire suppression, and study building plans and pre-emergency procedures under supervision.

Entry-level staff train toward certification in fire, safety, and emergency response areas, with duties including station upkeep and public education activities as assigned.