Firefighter Recruit - Fire Academy Path & EMT-B Training

DeKalb County Government; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Government is hiring Feuerwehrleute to prevent, suppress and extinguish fires and provide basic medical support. Incumbents attend the fire academy and operate within a safety-sensitive environment with drug testing per policy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Georgia driver’s license, and progression to NPQ Firefighter II and EMT-B within 18 months. The position offers professional development and shift-based work in Decatur, GA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 18+ years old.
• Must obtain NPQ Firefighter II and EMT-B within 18 months.
• Georgia driver’s license required.
• Previous related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls for fire suppression and medical aid.
• Attend training and maintain professional qualifications.
• Perform rescue, ventilation, and salvage tasks at incidents.
• Maintain readiness of equipment and respond with safety in mind.
• Participate in drills, examinations, and shifts as assigned.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire suppression

EMS basics

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NPQ Firefighter II

EMT-B

Tools

Georgia driver's license

Fire equipment handling

Hoses and pumps

Job description

DeKalb County Government is hiring Feuerwehrleute to prevent, suppress and extinguish fires and provide basic medical support. Incumbents attend the fire academy and operate within a safety-sensitive environment with drug testing per policy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Georgia driver’s license, and progression to NPQ Firefighter II and EMT-B within 18 months. The position offers professional development and shift-based work in Decatur, GA.