Firefighter EMT

City of Georgetown; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Georgetown in South Carolina seeks a Firefighter EMT to protect the community. You will respond to emergencies, perform fire suppression, hazmat response, and rescue operations.

Requirements include High School Diploma or GED, NFPA FF I & FF II, EMT, CPR/First Aid, and a valid driver's license; background check and drug screening required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 1–2 years firefighting/EMT experience or equivalent.
• Firefighter II certification, EMT certification and a valid driver's license.
• Background check and drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency situations to perform fire suppression, hazmat incident response and rescue duties.
• Administers CPR and first aid and removes victims from danger.

Skills

Firefighting

EMT Certification

CPR & First Aid

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NFPA FF I & FF II

SC and National Registry EMT

NFPA 1582 Physical

Background Check

Drug Screening

Job description

Are you an experienced Firefighter EMT looking to serve a community? Then come apply with the City of Georgetown!

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency situations within the City to perform fire suppression, hazardous materials incident response and rescue duties, administer CPR and first aid, and remove victims from danger.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• NFPA FF I & FF II
• SC and National Registry EMT
• NFPA 1582 Physical
• Background Check
• Drug Screening

Applicants must have a High School Diploma plus a minimum of one to two years of experience in the firefighting and EMT field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Applicants must possess a Firefighter II certification, an EMT certification and a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a variety of heavy machines and equipment. Must be able to exert up to five pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to push, stoop, lift, pull, reach, kneel, climb, crouch, carry or otherwise move objects. Work involves walking or standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift/carry weights of up to 80 pounds.

Deadline for all applications: N/A

City of Georgetown is a Drug Free and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.