Firefighter II

Lancaster County Economic Development; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster County Fire Rescue is seeking a dedicated firefighter to operate on the day shift at Van Wyck Fire Department, responding quickly to alarms and emergencies and safeguarding lives and property. You will participate in inspections and pre-fire planning while maintaining equipment in good working order.

The position requires completion of SC Fire Academy courses (1152, 2722) and NFPA Firefighter I/II, with Hazmat Technician and pump operations within the first year.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and completion of firefighter training courses.
• SC Fire Academy courses 1152, 2722, NFPA Firefighter I and II.
• Hazmat Technician within first year and pump operations.
• Valid SC Driver's License or CDL with tanker endorsement.
• At least two years' active fire service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives and responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls, performing required functions for fireground operations.
• Conducts fire inspections and pre-fire planning as directed.
• Performs minor vehicle and equipment maintenance and related tasks; reports to the Lancaster County Fire Rescue Director.

Skills

Firefighter

Emergency response

First aid

Public safety

Education

High School diploma

Firefighter Training Courses (SC Fire Academy)

Job description

Description

Under general supervision controls and extinguishes fires, protects life and property, and maintains all fire equipment. Will be stationed at Van Wyck FD as day shift response. Shift hours and days for duty may change as the service moves forward giving more 7 day per week coverage for the district.

Examples of Duties

• Receives and responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls performing the necessary functions and operations too efficiently handle any fireground situation. Performs fire inspections and pre-fire planning as directed. Minor vehicle and equipment maintenance, and other related tasks. Reports to the Lancaster County Fire Rescue Director through the established chain of command.

Typical Qualifications

• High School graduate with successful completion of firefighter training courses equivalent to South Carolina Fire Academy courses 1152, 2722, NFPA Firefighter I and II, Lancaster County Blood Born Pathogen, Emergency Vehicle Driver Training, and first aid with Medical first responder required in first year. Hazmat Technician will be required in the first year of employment along with pump operations. Must possess a minimum class E South Carolina Driver’s License or CDL with tanker endorsement. At least two years’ experience in active fire service participation preferred. Combinations of education, training and service along with volunteer service will be taken into consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer