Firefighter II

Guilford County; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Telehealth UHC

Employee Wellness Center

Employee Assistance Program

13 paid holidays

12 sick days

12 vacation days

5% into 401(k)

Job summary

Guilford County Government delivers fire and life safety services across the county. The position requires operating emergency vehicles, performing fire suppression and technical rescues, and assisting with pre-fire planning and training.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of firefighting experience (3 years volunteer equals 1 year). The role demands physical fitness, driving certification, and certification in Firefighter II and EMT among others.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of firefighting procedures, technical rescue and hazmat operations.
• Ability to use computer programs to maintain records and databases.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Firefighter on a multi-person Rescue Company; drive and operate emergency equipment.
• Engage in fire suppression, technical rescues, vehicle extrication and surface/water rescue.
• Maintain and prepare apparatus, equipment and facilities for response.
• Assist with pre-fire planning, training and public education.
• Support fire investigations to determine origin and cause.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Skills

Firefighting procedures

Technical rescue

Medical rescue

Hazardous-Materials

Record keeping via computer

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Quality Government

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

An employee in this classification is responsible for the fire and life safety of our citizens by responding to fire/rescue related incidents, drive emergency equipment and operate it at the scene of emergencies within the county.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An Employee in this class is responsible for performing duties related to emergency operations involving medical rescue, technical rescue, fire suppression and Hazardous Material incidents. Employee maintains apparatus, equipment and facilities for response. Assist County Fire Departments with pre-fire planning, comprehensive fire/rescue training, public education and other support related operations. Assist with initial fire investigations to determine origin and cause as requested by investigators. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Essential Duties And Tasks

• Will function as a Firefighter on a multi-person Rescue Company. Drive emergency equipment and operate it at the scene of emergencies
• Perform duties related to emergency operations involving fire suppression, hazardous materials incidents as well as perform technical rescues involving vehicle extrication, surface and water rescue incidents.
• Maintain apparatus, equipment, and facilities for response.
• Assist area fire departments with pre-fire planning, comprehensive fire/rescue training and other support related operations.
• Assist fire investigators with initial fire/arson investigations to determine origin and cause.
• Perform other duties assigned by Director.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of firefighting procedures, technical rescue, medical rescue and Hazardous-Materials.
• Maintain a working knowledge of computer programs necessary to accurately maintain records and databases.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to conduct research to stay abreast on all aspects of current Fire Science and Fire Protection technology information.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of firefighting, fire behavior, and building construction.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2 years of experience as a firefighter.

Note: 3 years of volunteer fire experience is equal to 1 year of fulltime firefighter experience.

Must Possess Certification In The Following Disciplines

• NC Firefighter II, ProBoard Firefighter II or IFSAC Firefighter II,
• NC Emergency Medical Technician,
• NC, IFSAC or ProBoard Haz-Mat Operations Level I.

Special Qualifications:

Valid Driver's License. Must obtain Class B or higher Driver's License within 90 days of hire. Must possess a valid NC Class B driver's license within six (6) months of employment. Must have visual acuity; capacity to lift and/or carry heavy objects, and faculty of both hands. Must have the ability to wear respirator and other personal protective equipment. Applicants must complete a Swim Test within (6) months of employment. Applicant will be required to obtain NC Hazardous Materials Technician Certification based on class availability (coordinated by employer).

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

An employee in this position must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The employee must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pound of force constantly to move objects.

Driving Is Essential

Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria.

If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.

Special Note

This position will be assigned to work a twenty-four hour shift, or any other shift assigned by the director, but is subject to call back duty in addition to attending evening and weekend classes or meetings. May be requested to work when needed, including nights, weekends, and Holidays and must be able to perform work in all environments (day, night, heat, cold, rain, ice, snow) at times, in dangerous or hostile situations in rural and urban locations.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee!

You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

• We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. That's less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; that's unheard of.
• Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.
• We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!
• Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.
• 13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. That's 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.
• Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.
• Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.
• Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.
• We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

01

Please select the highest level of education you have achieved:

• No high school
• High school or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

02

Are you certified as a Firefighter II?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least 2 years experience as a firefighter? (3 years of volunteer experience in the fire service is equivalent to one year of paid experience.) Volunteer experience should be listed as volunteer under Work Experience.

• Yes
• No

04

Are you certified as an Emergency Medical Technician?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you certified as a Haz-Mat Operations Level I?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question