Firefighter / EMT Town of Weaverville Fire Department Town of Weaverville

Weavervillenc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a forward-thinking town as a Firefighter/EMT, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring community safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in emergency medical services and firefighting while benefiting from comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans. With a focus on professional development, you will have the chance to obtain essential certifications such as EMT and Wildland Firefighter. Enjoy a supportive work environment with generous leave policies and an array of benefits designed to support your well-being and career growth. If you are passionate about serving your community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K or 457B with up to 6% employer match

100% Health insurance for employee

$1,000 HRA for employees

Flexible spending account

100% Group life insurance

100% long term disability

Paid vacation/annual leave

Sick leave accruals

100% Workers Compensation

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required.
• Must obtain EMT and Wildland Firefighter certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency medical services as an EMT.
• Participate in firefighting and rescue operations.

Skills

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Wildland Firefighter

Technical Rescuer

Physical Agility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Minimum Qualifications: FF/EMT

• Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent
• North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) (or ability to obtain within specified time frame)
• Wildland Firefighter (ability to obtain as classes and staffing permit)
• Technical Rescuer (ability to obtain as classes and staffing permit)
• North Carolina FF-II
• Wildland Firefighter
• Technical Rescuer

Town Benefits:

• 401K or 457B with up to 6% employer match
• 100% Health insurance for employee; Dependent coverage available
• $1,000 HRA for employees / $2,000 for family
• Flexible spending account available for employee contributions
• 100% Group life insurance
• 100% long term disability
• Paid vacation/annual leave accrual based on service time, beginning with 120 hours annually
• Sick leave accruals at 12 hours per month
• 100% Workers Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program

Selection Guidelines:

• Physical Agility Test
• Physical
• Drug Screening

Please return applications to:

Town of Weaverville
Attention: Firefighter / EMT Application
Post Office Box 338
Weaverville, North Carolina 28787

All positions/promotions are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

The Town of Weaverville is an equal opportunity employer.