Firefighter & Rescue Technician - EMS & Fire Suppression

Albemarle; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Albemarle is seeking a Firefighter Trainee to participate in fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and incident response activities at the fire station. You will work a 24-hour shift as part of a team, assisting in prevention, education, and training programs, and maintaining facilities and equipment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, NC Firefighter I/II, and NC EMT Basic certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess NC Firefighter I/II certification.
• Must possess NC EMT Basic certification.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and supervises safety and risk management programs.
• Participates in firefighting operations and operation of fire apparatus and equipment.
• Inspects station and equipment for proper appearance and condition; maintains equipment and grounds.
• Performs maintenance and cleaning of fire apparatus, equipment, station building, and related facilities.
• Assists with preparation of fire reports and records; participates in training, pre-planning, inspections, prevention programming, and hose/pump/hydrant testing.
• Participates in training on shift and when required on other occasions.
• Engages in fire prevention and public education programming, inspections and pre-incident surveys.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

North Carolina Firefighter I/II certification

North Carolina EMT Basic certification

Job description

Albemarle is seeking a Firefighter Trainee to participate in fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and incident response activities at the fire station. You will work a 24-hour shift as part of a team, assisting in prevention, education, and training programs, and maintaining facilities and equipment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, NC Firefighter I/II, and NC EMT Basic certifications.