TOWN OF SPRING LAKE
HUMAN RESOURCES

EMPLOYMENT OPENING

FIRE FIGHTER II

SALARY GRADE 88       SALARY RANGE             $31,420 - $47,130

The Fire Department is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a full-time Fire Fighter.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Emergency Response; Fire Suppression and Rescue, including entry, ventilation, salvage work, containment of hazardous materials;
• Operation of fire apparatus;
• Maintenance of fire apparatus, equipment, station, and grounds;
• Participation in continuing training and instruction program through individual study of technical materials and attendance at scheduled training drills, classes, and meetings;
• Ability to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment);
• Ability to handle stressful situations;
• Participation in Fire and Life Safety Education programs provided to businesses, groups, daycares, etc.
• Flexible availability for rotating shifts;

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required;
• North Carolina Firefighter Level II Certification (IFSAC) required;
• North Carolina EMT-Basic License required;
• North Carolina Hazardous Materials Level I certification (IFSAC) required;
• North Carolina Emergency Vehicle Driver certification required;
• North Carolina Technical Rescuer: General certification (IFSAC) preferred;
• North Carolina Driver/Operator Pump and Aerial certified (IFSAC)  preferred;
• Child Passenger Safety Seat Technician certification preferred or must be obtained within one year from date of hire;
• Infection Control preferred or must be obtained within one year of hire date;
• Ability to obtain North Carolina Class B Driver License within prescribed time frame; Valid North Carolina Class C Drivers License Required. Must have an Acceptable driving record;

Supplemental Information:

Successful completion of a physical examination including drug and alcohol screening, criminal background check, and driving record are required as a condition of employment.

Position  Open: December 27, 2018

Position Close: January 7, 2019

This Agency Seeks Diversity in the Workplace.

The Town of Spring Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer.