Senior Firefighter & Driver-Operator (ARFF)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

McEntire JNGS Fire Department requires a firefighter to provide 24/7 emergency response for aircraft, structural, vehicular and medical incidents, ensuring safety and evidence protection.

You must meet NFPA 1001 Firefighter I/II, ARFF Driver/Operator, Pumper, and NFPA 1072 HAZMAT Awareness/Operations within 12 months, pass medical exams, and clear a background check, with CAC credentialing and security clearances as part of onboarding.

Qualifications

• Must maintain 24-hour emergency response capability for aircraft, structural, vehicular, medical and other incidents.
• Must pass annual medical examination and meet background check requirements per NFPA standards.
• On-boarding includes CAC credentialing and security clearances before certification eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and perform salvage/overhaul of fire scenes.
• Conduct fire prevention inspections of base facilities for code compliance.
• Maintain/operate fire vehicles and equipment; perform routine maintenance as scheduled.

Skills

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCBA

NFPA standards

Job description

McEntire JNGS Fire Department requires a firefighter to provide 24/7 emergency response for aircraft, structural, vehicular and medical incidents, ensuring safety and evidence protection.

You must meet NFPA 1001 Firefighter I/II, ARFF Driver/Operator, Pumper, and NFPA 1072 HAZMAT Awareness/Operations within 12 months, pass medical exams, and clear a background check, with CAC credentialing and security clearances as part of onboarding.