Firefighter II/EMR

Greenwood County

Greenwood (SC)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 51,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Greenwood County Fire Service – Greenwood County, SC is hiring for Firefighter II / Emergency Medical Responder. The role includes responding to fires and medical emergencies, operating pumps, and performing EMR procedures across Greenwood County outside the City of Greenwood.

A strong team approach and ongoing training are emphasized. The department offers a comprehensive benefits package and a pathway for full-time employment, with a focus on service, teamwork, and professionalism.

Qualifications

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
Emergency Medical Responder course/training.
No prior experience is required. Previous fire suppression experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergencies with assigned equipment, lays and connects fire hose lines, holds nozzles, and directs water streams.
Responds to medical emergencies and performs EMR procedures.
Communicates via radio with the radio dispatch center, hospital personnel, and other public safety agencies to receive and transmit instructions involving patient care. Provides instructions to first responders and bystanders in the use of first aid equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, including inspecting fire suppression apparatus and equipment, fire hydrants, draft sites, and other related emergency equipment.
Completes emergency incident reports and forms in a timely and accurate manner.
Prepares and completes pre-fire planning surveys of commercial structures and gathers the information necessary for the preparation of pre-fire plans.

Skills

EMR Certification

Firefighter II

CPR Certification

Valid SC Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pump Operations 1

Job description

WE’RE HIRING FIREFIGHTERS

Greenwood County Fire Service – Greenwood County, SC

Ready to serve your community and build a career in the fire service? Greenwood County is now accepting applications for Firefighter II / Emergency Medical Responder (EMR).

Who We Are

We provide fire protection to all of Greenwood County (outside the City of Greenwood) through a strongcareer + volunteer system:

6 Full-Time & 2 Part-Time Firefighters Staffed Daily
12 Volunteer Fire Districts
Each career station supports 4 districts

We work side‑by‑side with our volunteers to deliver professional, countywide coverage.

Growing & Improving

Thanks to the1% Local Option Sales Tax (passed in 2016), our department has seen major improvements:

Upgraded stations & apparatus
Better equipment and training
Stronger fire protection across the county
Continued investment in personnel

Work Schedule (Portland Schedule)

Enjoy a built-in work/life balance:

24 hrs ON / 72 hrs OFF
48 hrs ON / 72 hrs OFF
Rotating schedule

Pay & Benefits

Starting Salary:$43,292.54/year without calculating built-in overtime
Potential: $50,775.00 with built in overtime, holiday and in-service pay.

What You’ll Do

Respond to fire & medical emergencies
Perform fire suppression & rescue operations
Provide EMR-level patient care
Operate apparatus & equipment
Conduct inspections & pre-plans
Work closely with volunteer firefighters

Requirements

Firefighter II (IFSAC or ProBoard)
EMR Certification
CPR Certification
Valid SC Driver’s License (CDL or Class E)
High School Diploma or GED
EVDT
Pump Operations 1

Join Our Team

Be part of a department that valuesteamwork, service, and professionalism—and a county that invests in its fire service.

Greenwood County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ADA requires Greenwood County to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

POSITION SUMMARY

Greenwood County is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter II / Emergency Medical Responder. The purpose of this position is to perform skilled firefighting, emergency medical response, and fire prevention duties. Responsibilities include preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires; protecting life and property; assisting the public; and performing station and equipment maintenance. Work is performed under close to general supervision in accordance with established procedures and protocols. See Greenwood County Website for full job description.

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Essential Functions

Responds to emergencies with assigned equipment, lays and connects fire hose lines, holds nozzles, and directs water streams.
Responds to medical emergency scenes and performs Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) procedures.
Communicates via radio with the radio dispatch center, hospital personnel, and other public safety agencies to receive and transmit instructions involving patient care. Provides instructions to first responders and bystanders in the use of first aid equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, including inspecting fire suppression apparatus and equipment, fire hydrants, draft sites, and other related emergency equipment.
Completes emergency incident reports and forms in a timely and accurate manner.
Prepares and completes pre-fire planning surveys of commercial structures and gathers the information necessary for the preparation of pre-fire plans.

Additional Responsibilities

Attends in-service training as required to maintain certification.
Communicates with department members, as well as outside agencies, through various communication systems.
Assists with general housekeeping of the station.
Drives fire apparatus, rescue vehicles, and other department vehicles as required.
Operates fire pumps and other devices used in fire suppression.
Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent
Emergency Medical Responder course/training.
No prior experience is required. Previous fire suppression experience preferred.

BENEFITS

Greenwood County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Participation in thePORS Retirement System
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation and Sick Leave
Stable full-time employment with ongoing training and advancement opportunities

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Greenwood County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Greenwood County to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $43,292.54 per year

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