Part Time Firefighter

Elon, NC; Elon (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Elon Fire Department in Elon, NC is seeking dedicated part-time firefighters to join our team. You will respond to fires, medical emergencies, hazmat incidents, and participate in rescue operations, equipment preparation, and drills.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, public service, and ongoing training, with opportunities to advance through NC certifications and gain hands-on experience in contemporary emergency response.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or GED equivalency.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• NC Hazardous Material Operations Certification
• NC Firefighter Certification
• Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
• Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification (preferred)
• North Carolina Class B Driver's License (preferred)
• NIMS 100,200, 700, 800

Responsibilities

• Respond to fires and emergency calls.
• Provide emergency medical assistance and life support.
• Drive fire apparatus to incident scenes.
• Prepare apparatus, hoses, and equipment for use.
• Participate in training and drills.
• Inspect and maintain equipment and stations.

Skills

Geography knowledge

Firefighting practices

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Public safety training

GPS navigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Elon Fire Department is seeking dedicated professionals to join our part-time ranks. Whether you are building your career or bringing valuable experience, we offer a supportive environment where your drive for contemporary operations and excellence meets our department’s strong commitment to leadership and community service.

General Statement of Duties

Performs firefighting, emergency medical, rescue, hazmat and fire equipment operation work in response to emergency situations.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class will perform general firefighting duties, rescue, emergency medical assistance, and driving apparatus to an incident scene. Work also includes preparing the apparatus, fire hoses and equipment for use at emergency incidents, following all safety rules and regulations and ensuring the proper use of safety equipment, and participating in training and drills. Promotes or participates in overall fire prevention efforts within the town. Work is often performed under stressful emergency conditions and frequently involves personal hazards. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Fire Lieutenant and/or the Fire Captain through observation and reports.

Illustrative Examples of Work

• Maintains readiness to respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance.
• Receives and responds to fires and emergency calls.
• Provides responses to emergency calls and administers life support techniques and procedures.
• Participates in hazardous material response and prevention programs.
• Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fire including rescue, entry, and ventilation and salvage work.
• Rides fire apparatus to fire scene; connects hoses to hydrants and uses hoses to apply water or chemicals to fire; forces entry into burning structures and searches for and rescues occupants.
• Provides pre-incident planning to area businesses and buildings.
• Inspects, maintains apparatus and hose loads to ensure the presence, cleanliness, and serviceability of necessary firefighting and emergency equipment, tools and supplies.
• Performs testing and routine maintenance on vehicles; tests fire hydrants
• Maintains, performs minor repairs and cleans assigned fire station quarters and grounds.
• Presents programs and classes in schools.
• Participates in training to assure proficiency in all firefighting techniques; trains for knowledge of all equipment and apparatus as well as their operations; conducts residential and business fire prevention inspections; assists in preparing scale drawings and pre-plan firefighting strategies; maintains knowledge of sprinkled buildings and hydrant locations
• Participates in routine maintenance and servicing of equipment including checking and filling self contained breathing apparatus, washing and waxing trucks, checking batteries, checking fuel and oil levels, cleaning and drying hose, and inspecting hose and hose connections for damage and wear; sweeps, mops, paints, and washing windows of fire station
• Checks and flushes city fire hydrants for flow and pressure
• Conducts tours of the fire station
• Performs related work as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of town geography, street locations, and hydrant locations
• Knowledge of current firefighting practices and procedures
• Knowledge of the operation of and maintenance requirements of fire equipment, pumps, hose pressures and other aspects of operating one or more variations of fire trucks
• Knowledge of firefighting hazards and related safety precautions
• Ability to navigate to a fire scene with the shortest and most expedient route possible using knowledge of streets and GPS equipment
• Ability to operate and maintain various motorized fire equipment; ability to determine hose size, pump pressures, and water flow rates required to use in specific firefighting situations
• Ability to present fire prevention/safety training to school age children through senior citizens
• Ability to represent the city fire department in a positive manner
• Skill in operating apparatus such as trucks, pumps, levers, hoses, radios, and other apparatus
• Skill in using firefighting tools and equipment such as a pry bar, axe, hose, nozzles, air packs, fans, shovels, rakes, sledgehammers, jaws-of-life, defibrillator, engine trucks and others

Education and Experience

Completion of high school or GED equivalency.

Special Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• NC Hazardous Material Operations Certification
• NC Firefighter Certification
• Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
• Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification (preferred)
• North Carolina Class B Driver's License (preferred)
• NIMS 100,200, 700, 800

Disclaimer

This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions section of this classification may vary from position to position. The Town reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.