Fire Safety Off I - 61049356 - FMO

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

McCrady Fire Department on the installation seeks a Firefighter with certification (IFSA/ProBoard) and a high school diploma to respond to emergencies, perform rescues, and manage hazardous materials and medical calls. The role involves 24-hour standby, apparatus operation, and training participation.

Candidates must meet NFPA 1582 standards, hold SC Driver’s license, and be capable of passing physical tests with SCBA use. Command duties rotate as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Firefighter II certification (IFSAC/ProBoard) preferred.
• Must have valid South Carolina state driver’s license and be able to obtain federal license if required.
• NFPA-1582 physical standards met with ability to wear SCBA; basic fire apparatus knowledge and driving skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire emergencies, rescues, hazmat and medical calls on a military installation.
• Perform 24-hour standby for fire suppression and rescue operations; operate fire apparatus and related equipment.
• Provide medical assistance at EMR level; participate in training and evaluation exercises.
• Assume incident command when Senior Fire Officer is not available; complete duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency response

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Hazardous materials awareness

Education

High school diploma

Firefighter II (IFSAC/ProBoard)

Tools

SCBA operation

Hazardous Materials Equipment

Job description

Under regular supervision, responds to fire emergencies, rescues, hazardous material and medical calls occurring on a military installation. Perform 24-hour standby for fire suppression and rescue operations under conditions that can be extremely stressful and dangerous. Operate fire apparatus and other related equipment. Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, tools, protective clothing and other assigned equipment. Participate in training and evaluation exercises as required. Provide medical assistance at the first responder or higher (EMR) levels. In the absence of a Senior Fire Officer assumes command of the emergency scene until relieved. Performs other duties as assigned by higher fire authorities.
A high school diploma, and Firefighter II (IFSAC/ProBoard) training certification. Must have a valid South Carolina state driver’s license and be able to obtain a federal government driver’s license if required. Applicants must meet NFPA-1582 physical standards with ability to wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Applicants must have a valid South Carolina state driver’s license or obtain within 90 days of employment if in possession of an out-of-state license. The position requirement calls for certification at the Firefighter II skill level from a federal or equivalent state fire training school. Must have a basic knowledge of fire apparatus operations and driving skills and meet the standards set forth in NFPA 1002 (Fire Apparatus Drive/Operator Qualifications) within six (6) months of employment. Possess basic working knowledge of Hazardous Materials Operations and First-Aid techniques. Broad working knowledge of structural firefighting and rescue techniques. Have a working knowledge of Fire Prevention procedures and practices. Have the ability to perform assigned duties and able to lift 100 lbs. six (6) feet high. Continued employment will be contingent on selected individual passing a Firefighter Physical based on NFPA 1500 (Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program) standards, Drug Testing, and Background Check. McCrady Fire Department provides 24/7 emergency services and will consist of three shifts, each working 24-hrs on/off with an average workweek of 53-hrs and 106-hrs per scheduled pay period. Candidates must be able to work with people of different genders, race, and ethnicity.