Firefighter & Emergency Response Specialist

City of Winston-Salem; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Assistance

Group Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)

Wellness Program

Job summary

The City of Winston-Salem seeks firefighter trainees to join a team that minimises disaster impacts through community risk reduction and rapid response. Trainees will undergo a six‑month academy, receive salary, and may be exempt from full training if already certified, with State reciprocity for NFPA/ProBoard.

Expect a 24‑hour shift schedule and multi‑agency collaboration. During the program, you will respond to medical, fire, and rescue incidents, maintain equipment and facilities, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain NC Driver License Class B.
• Ability to pass pre-hire qualifications and pre-employment medical exams.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies as part of a team and control various incidents.
• Participate in risk reduction programs and pre-incident analysis.
• Maintain facilities, equipment, and training readiness.
• Wear SCBA and operate in challenging conditions.
• Complete training academy and potential exemptions for certified personnel.

Skills

Risk reduction programs

Emergency response teamwork

Facilities and equipment maintenance

Training participation

Operational readiness

Physical fitness

Reading technical documents

Clear communication

Team player

Public interaction

Rotating shift work

Travel for assignments

NC Driver License Class B

Medical and physical exams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None listed

Job description

The City of Winston-Salem seeks firefighter trainees to join a team that minimises disaster impacts through community risk reduction and rapid response. Trainees will undergo a six‑month academy, receive salary, and may be exempt from full training if already certified, with State reciprocity for NFPA/ProBoard.

Expect a 24‑hour shift schedule and multi‑agency collaboration. During the program, you will respond to medical, fire, and rescue incidents, maintain equipment and facilities, and