Firefighter & EMT – 48/96 Schedule, Great Benefits

Town Of Cornelius; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid health, dental, & vision

Employer paid life insurance

Retiree Healthcare after 20 years

Residency incentive for Corneliuscit7

Enrollment in NC Local Government Ret.

5% 401K contribution

5% salary increase after 1st year

$1500 sign on bonus

Job summary

Town of Cornelius is seeking a Full-Time Firefighter in Cornelius, NC to protect life and property through fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and public education activities. This role includes duties as assigned and requires commitment to safety and service.

Under direct supervision of a Captain, Lieutenant, or Acting Officer, you will respond to alarms, operate fire apparatus, train, and maintain certifications while engaging with the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NC Certification as Firefighter NFPA 1001, 2013 or 2019 Edition.
• NC EMT Certification required.
• NC Emergency Vehicle Driver qualification required.
• Must meet physical requirements and maintain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Responds to alarms and participates in incident response including firefighting operations, operation of fire apparatus and other equipment as required.
• Responds to alarms and participates in incident response including firefighting operations, operation of fire apparatus and other equipment as required.
• Writes reports accurately and in a timely manner, documenting incident data, patient assessment, and patient treatment.
• Operates radio and other communications equipment.
• Participates in the development of Quick Access Plans, hydrant maintenance, and other assigned duties or special projects.
• Performs minor repairs as needed to apparatus and equipment.
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of the stations, facilities, and equipment; cleans walls, floors, carpet, kitchen, restrooms, and all other parts of each station; cleans, washes, polishes, maintains, and tests fire apparatus and equipment.
• Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
• Participates in training exercises, attends classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
• Participates in physical fitness.
• Maintains required certifications.
• Maintains positive working relationships with the public, other departments, town staff and CLFR members.
• Carries out duties in conformance with department policy.
• Operates driving apparatus, operating pumps, and related equipment.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NFPA 1001 Firefighter Certification (2013/2019 edition)

NC EMT Certification

NC Emergency Vehicle Driver

Job description

Town of Cornelius is seeking a Full-Time Firefighter in Cornelius, NC to protect life and property through fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and public education activities. This role includes duties as assigned and requires commitment to safety and service.

Under direct supervision of a Captain, Lieutenant, or Acting Officer, you will respond to alarms, operate fire apparatus, train, and maintain certifications while engaging with the