Tabernacle Volunteer Fire Department

Firefighter Job Opportunity

            The Tabernacle Volunteer Fire Department is currently seeking highly motivated and qualified Applicants for the position of Firefighter- Paid Full-Time.

Application Period:  Open’s  June 22, 2017  &  Closes on July 15, 2017                                                                                                                                                            

Eligibility Requirements:  To apply for the position of Firefighter Full-Time you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age or older
• Have a high School diploma or GED
• Pass a thorough Criminal Background and Driving history inquiry
• Have a valid NC driver’s license and ability to obtain a Class B license within (90) days of hire
• Minimum of (2) years’ experience in the fire service
• Live within (1) hour of the Tabernacle Fire District
• Be a NC Certified FF Level 1 & 2
• Be a NC EMT Basic
• Have NC Hazardous Materials Level 1 Certification
• Have NC EVD (Emergency Vehicle Driver) Certification
• Have the ability to lift and/or move 100 pounds
• Have basic typing and computer skills
• Have the ability to communicate orally and written with other personnel and members of the public

Position Overview: Personnel hired for the position of Full-Time will work shift hours based on the staffing needs of the department. Paid personnel shall be responsible for all emergency and non-emergency calls on their shift during the hours of 0745-0800 the following day. Paid Full-time personnel are compensated a salary rate that is paid bi-monthly. Basic duties include but are not limited to: Cleaning Apparatus and Stations, responds to and operates Fire Apparatus to Alarms, Performs firefighting and fire ground duties such as climbing, stooping, crawling, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Personnel must be able to wear SCBA (per NFPA 1500) and perform duties & other tasks during hostile work environments. This position also requires responding to medical emergencies & assisting EMS, and performing tasks assigned by the Administration of Tabernacle Fire Department.

Salary: $25,000.00 or + based on experience and qualifications (Health & Life Insurance, 401K)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

Note: Applications can be picked up Tabernacle Fire Department Station 18, any questions regarding this application contact chief 18 @ 336-476-5115.