FIREFIGHTER - RECRUIT NON CERTIFIED

Chapel On the Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); In loco; USD 42.000 - 58.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Descrizione del lavoro

Chapel On the Hill is recruiting for a firefighter recruit position to learn essential firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services. Recruits will complete an academy to gain EMT and firefighter certifications. The role is safety sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Certified firefighters may also apply. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Academy start date is February 1, 2027, with an application review in December and a panel interview in December.

Competenze

• Ability to read and understand safety procedures and technical instructions.
• Strong problem-solving and mathematical reasoning for emergency scenarios.
• Clear and concise writing for reports and communications.

Mansioni

• Perform firefighting and rescue tasks including hose operations, entry, search, and investigation support.
• Provide Emergency Medical Technician services and maintain EMS equipment and certifications.
• Engage in specialized rescue and hazardous materials response as needed.
• Maintain readiness and perform preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Educate the public on fire safety and participate in safety training programs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Read and comprehend

Mathematical problem solving

Business/technical writing

Teamwork under stress

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Summary

The purpose of this position is to learn the essential skills to perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services to protect the life and property of the citizens and visitors of Chapel Hill. Recruits will be required to complete an academy to gain their emergency medical technician certification as well as their firefighter certification.

This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. FLSA- Non-Exempt, Essential Employee.

Note: Certified firefighters are also welcome to apply. The salary will be commensurate with the appropriate experience and skills.

Hiring Timeline

• Application Review – December 1 - 2, 2026
• Physical Agility Test – Week of December 7, 2026
• Panel Interviews – Week of December 14, 2026
• Conditional Offers – Week of January 4, 2027

Academy Start Date

February 1, 2027

Essential Functions

What you can expect to be doing:

After the completion of the academy, a recruit will possess the cognitive and psychomotor skills to:

• Perform fire control and rescue operations by operating hose lines, ventilating techniques, connecting to water systems by locating hydrants or other sources for water; forcing entry into structures; using systematic search procedures to find occupants; and assisting with fire investigations.
• Provide emergency medical services as an Emergency Medical Technician; evaluate and administer care for based on Orange County Medical Protocols; provide life support; maintain EMS equipment and supplies; and maintain required certifications.
• Provide highly specialized rescue and/or firefighting services such as swift water rescue, hazardous materials response, and technical rescue; perform decontamination procedures; participate in drills; demonstrate consistent and thorough knowledge of specialized area; and maintain required certifications.
• Maintain equipment and facilities by performing daily readiness checks and preventive maintenance; testing fire equipment; maintain facility’s outdoor appearance; perform weekly equipment checks; and checking hydrants.
• Assist with special events and weather-related incidents; educate the public on fire and life safety; educate the public on child safety seats; visit schools and provide education about fire safety procedures and prevention; oversee fire extinguisher classes; maintain necessary certifications and training.
• All other duties as assigned.

What are the physical demands?

The work typically requires intermittent standing, stooping, climbing, crawling, heavy lifting and carrying. The person must pass a physical fitness test. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and strength.

Where and how do you work?

The work is typically performed in a variety of environments and locations involving high heat, extreme temperatures, difficult terrain, and varying heights, confined spaces, limited visibility, and hazardous atmospheres. Work environments include fire stations, vehicle, and at emergency scenes.

Minimum Qualifications

What do you need to know to do this job effectively?

Knowledge Of (after Completion Of Initial Training)

• Firefighting and rescue techniques;
• Fire apparatus and equipment;
• Fire attack techniques and fire streams;
• Department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• Streets and other local geography;
• Hazardous materials;
• Fire suppression techniques;
• Operation and use of fire equipment and apparatus;
• Rescue and extrication techniques;
• Radio usage and procedure;
• Community Risk Reduction and instructional practices
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Ability To

• Read and comprehend;
• Perform mathematical problem solving;
• Write at a business and technical level.
• Work successfully in a team environment and in high stress situations

What education and/or experience do you need to be considered for this job?

Education

Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency from an accredited educational institution.

Experience

None

Supplemental Information

What are the safety considerations for this job?

You will be subject to the Town’s Safe Driving and Accident Policy.

This life safety position operates in dangerous environments. The safety of our firefighting professionals as they execute their duties is our top priority. This department operates with strict safety protocols at all times.

Here is other information you should know about the position:

• North Carolina Class C Driver’s License, or an equivalent from your state of residency is required
• Must meet medical requirements set forth in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582
• This position is safety sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

The Town of Chapel Hill offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to regular full time and part time employees.

Health and Dental Insurance

Health and dental insurance are effective the first day of employment. The town will provide full-time employees group medical and dental insurance including family coverage. Employees and the town will share equally in the additional cost of the medical plan for dependent coverage if employees desire to purchase such coverage for family members. Employees are responsible for the full cost of dependent dental insurance.

Retirement Health Savings Plan

Employees hired after June 30, 2010, in a regular full-time or regular part- time position are required to participate in the Retirement Health Savings Plan. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 1%.

Paid Time Off

• Vacation/Annual Leave: Employees in regular full or part time positions earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon length of Town service.
• Sick Leave: Employees in full or part time regular positions earn 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees receive 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from Employee's leave bank.
• Paid Holidays: There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or part time regular positions are eligible for paid holiday time.
• Personal Leave: All employees in full or part time regular positions are granted 3 days of personal leave per year. This leave is non-cumulative

Local Government Retirement System

All employees in regular full or part time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.

Supplemental Retirement Plans

• NC 401(k)-The Town makes a contribution of 5% to the 401(k) for all regular full and part time employees. There is no employee match required. Employees have the option of making contributions on a pre or post tax basis. The plan is administered by Empower.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan-Town of Chapel Hill employees have the option of making contributions to a 457. The Town does not make contributions to this plan. The plan is administered by MissionSquare.

Disability Insurance

• Town Provided: The Town provides both short term and long term disability insurance to all regular full or part time employees. The plan will pay up to 50% of the employee's base income up to $462 per week for non-job related injuries.
• Voluntary Short Term Disability: Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental disability insurance. This plan will pay employees a maximum of 25% of their base weekly earnings up to $400.

Life Insurance

The Town provides full and part time regular employees with an individual term life insurance policy. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for a small fee. Dependent life insurance is also available.

Direct Deposit

All employees hired after July 1, 2007 are required to have direct deposit.

Other Benefits

• Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Chapel Hill are eligible to open accounts at Civic Federal Credit Union.
• Parking is provided free of charge at or near worksites
• Annual longevity payment beginning with the 5th year of full or part time regular employment
• Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period
• Town has a Housing Assistance Program that assists employees secure housing in Town see the following https://www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org/employee-housing