Firefighter EMR

Laurens County Government; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurens County Government seeks an experienced firefighter to join its emergency services team. You will operate advanced fire apparatus, lead volunteer crews, and ensure readiness for any incident.

You will drive emergency scenes, coordinate suppression and rescue operations, and participate in fire prevention and detector installation for residents, including supporting elderly and disabled communities.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 2–3 years in fire service or training, or equivalent.
• Licenses: Firefighter 1, Hazmat Ops, Pump Ops 1, EVDT, or equivalent; valid SC Driver's License.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate fire apparatus at emergency scenes and take command when needed.
• Perform fire suppression, Hazmat response, and rescue operations.
• Maintain readiness of stations and equipment; inspect rescue tools and hydrants.
• Participate in fire prevention and safety education; inspect facilities and install detectors.

Skills

Heavy physical labor

NFPA codes familiarity

Fire science terminology

Thermal imaging cameras

Independent judgment under stress

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

• Become a vital link in Laurens County's emergency response network, where your expertise in fire suppression and emergency medical services directly protects the lives and property of our community. You will not only operate advanced fire apparatus but also provide critical leadership to volunteer personnel, ensuring a high state of readiness for any emergency that arises.

Requirements

• Emergency Response & Command: Drive and operate fire apparatus at emergency scenes, assuming command when necessary and performing fire suppression, hazardous materials response, and rescue operations.
• Readiness & Maintenance: Maintain fire stations, grounds, and emergency equipment in a constant state of readiness through scheduled testing of hydrants and meticulous inspection of rescue tools.
• Community Safety & Education: Actively participate in fire prevention and safety education, perform fire inspections, and assist the elderly and disabled by installing fire detectors.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 2 to 3 years of fire service or fire training experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the necessary skills.
• Skill Highlights: Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including lifting or moving up to 100 pounds. Familiarity with NFPA codes, fire science terminology, and the operation of thermal imaging cameras. Ability maintain pose and make independent judgements under high-stress emergency conditions.
• Licenses & Certifications: Firefighter 1, Hazmat Ops, Pump Ops 1, and Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) or equivalent experience. Valid SC Driver's License.

Laurens County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employees of the County of Laurens and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be available to employees or applicants of this position under the ADA/ADAA if given prior notice by the employee or applicant.

The information contained within this document indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed by an employee within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or work required of employees assigned to this position.