Firefighter/EMT (Pre Certified)

City of North Myrtle Beach; North Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of North Myrtle Beach seeks a dedicated firefighter to protect lives and property under general supervision. You will respond to alarms, perform inspections, and maintain equipment while performing EMT duties.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, NFPA 1001 Firefighter II, EMT certification, and a valid SC NC driver’s license as applicable. Physical readiness and ongoing training are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must obtain and maintain NFPA 1001, Firefighter II.
• Must obtain EMT, National Registry and SCDHEC certifications.
• SC Class E or NC Class B driver's license depending on residency.
• Pass NFPA 1582 Physical.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, controls and extinguishes fires and protects life and property.
• Receives and responds to fire alarms and emergency calls with readiness to act.
• Performs fire inspections and pre-fire planning and conducts minor vehicle maintenance.
• Responds to medical emergencies and performs duties of an EMT.

Skills

Emergency response

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Under general supervision, controls and extinguishes fires, protects life and property, and maintains all fire equipment. Receives and responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls performing the necessary functions and operations to efficiently handle any fireground situation. Performs fire inspections and pre-fire planning, minor vehicle and equipment maintenance, and other related tasks. Responds to emergency situations requiring emergency medical attention and performs duties of an EMT.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certifications

• Minimum age 18
• Obtain and maintain NFPA 1001, Firefighter II
• Obtain and maintain Emergency Medical Technician, National Registry and SCDHEC
• South Carolina Class E Drivers License or North Carolina Class B Drivers License for those residing within residency requirements with a NC address
• Able to pass NFPA 1582 Physical

Preferred

• One (1) year of fire suppression experience preferred

Note

• The City retains the right to determine equivalencies.
• Any certifications not possessed at hire, must be obtained before the employee is removed from probation in order to continue employment with the City.

Must be physically able to operate a ladder truck, automobile, fire apparatus, extrication equipment, various fire, medical, and rescue equipment. Must be able to exert up to one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to fifty pounds of force frequently, and/or up twenty pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Medium work must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to one hundred pounds.