Fire Specialist

City of New Bern; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New Bern fire department is seeking a firefighter to perform protective service work in fire suppression, equipment maintenance, and emergency response. The role involves operating in hazardous conditions under supervision by a Fire Captain or Fire Engineer.

Responsibilities include rescue operations, medical aid, hydrant work, and training participation. Minimum age 18, NC driver’s license, CPR/ICS/NIMS certifications, and a physical agility test are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some firefighting experience preferred.
• Completion of New Bern Fire Rescue’s 1403 training, NIMS 700/800, ICS 100/200, and CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency incidents; enters burning buildings with hose lines; extinguishes fire as directed.
• Provides medical care to level of expertise.
• Performs hydrant/water supply operations; performs rescue operations by removing persons from danger.
• Operates portable fire extinguishers; raises, lowers, climbs ladders; performs salvage and overhaul operations.
• Assists in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment; cleans fire station and grounds.
• Inspects pumping apparatus and firefighting equipment for readiness.
• Participates in continuing training and instruction, drills, and classes.
• Participates in fire safety and fire education programs.

Skills

Firefighting knowledge

Safety awareness

Reading and following instructions

Physical endurance

Teamwork / collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Firefighting training / certification

NIMS 700/800, ICS 100/200

CPR certification

Job description

Performs responsible protective service work in fire suppression ensuring proper operation and maintenance of fire rescue equipment; does related work as required. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions and frequently involves considerable personal hazard. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of a Fire Captain or Fire Engineer.

Performing fire suppression activities; ensuring proper operation and maintenance of equipment.

(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Responds to emergency incidents; enters burning buildings with hose lines; operates nozzles; extinguishes fire as directed,
• Provides medical care to level of expertise.
• Performs hydrant/water supply operations
• Performs rescue operations by removing persons from danger.
• Operates portable fire extinguishers
• Raises, lowers, and climb ladders; performs salvage and overhaul operations.
• Assists in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment, and cleaning fire station and grounds.
• Inspects pumping apparatus and fire/rescue equipment to ensure proper working condition and readiness.
• Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual technical study and attendance at scheduled drills and classes.
• Participates in fire safety and fire education programs.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Some knowledge of firefighting techniques, procedures and mechanics as applied to fire suppression; some knowledge of the street system, major buildings and physical layout of the City; some knowledge of the operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment and ability to operate such equipment safely and effectively; ability to exercise sound judgment in emergency situations; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Ability to maintain physical endurance and agility.

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Some firefighting experience preferred.

Special Requirements

Minimum age: 18 (at the time application is submitted). Possession of Class C driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Completion of New Bern Fire Rescue's 1403 training, NIMS 700/800, ics 100/200, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications. Successful completion of physical agility test is required.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS REQUIRED ON FINAL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATE(S) APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION WITH THE CITY OF NEW BERN.

The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.