Firefighter II/EMR

Greenwood County Government; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PORS retirement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Greenwood County Fire Service – Greenwood County, SC seeks a Firefighter II / Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) to perform skilled firefighting, emergency medical response, and fire prevention duties. The role includes responding to emergencies, operating apparatus, and performing pre-fire planning with a focus on safety and teamwork.

The position requiresFirefighter II, EMR and CPR certs, a valid SC driver's license, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• EMR and CPR certifications required.
• Firefighter II certification (IFSAC or ProBoard) required.
• EVDT and Pump Operations 1 certification preferred.
• Valid SC driver’s license (CDL or Class E) required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire and medical emergencies with assigned equipment.
• Operate apparatus and equipment and direct water streams.
• Perform EMR procedures and provide patient care guidance.
• Conduct pre-fire planning surveys and inspections.
• Complete incident reports and coordinate with volunteers.
• Attend in-service training and support station operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMR Certification

CPR Certification

Firefighter II (IFSAC or ProBoard)

EVDT

Pump Operations 1

Valid SC Driver’s License (CDL or Class E)

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 forFirefighter 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:

• 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
• 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
• 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

POSITION SUMMARY

Greenwood County is accepting applications for the position ofFirefighter 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.