Firefighter Job at GovernmentJobs.com, Spartanburg, SC

  • GovernmentJobs.com
  • Spartanburg, SC

Job Description

FirefighterUnder general supervision, answers and responds to calls and alarms related to fire and rescue emergencies exercising sound judgment in performing fire suppression and rescue tasks. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions.Examples of duties include:Responding to emergency calls and alarms related to fire and rescue emergenciesDriving pumper trucks to fire scenes transporting equipment and personnel to perform fire suppression and rescue servicesCombating and extinguishing fires by using pumper trucks, generators, hoses and nozzles, axes, forcible entry tools, ladders, chain saws, air packs, etc.Rescuing victims and administering CPR and basic first aid as needed until EMS personnel arrive at sceneAttending and participating in fire safety training as required; assisting in conducting training sessions as neededConducting inspections of various buildings, facilities, public assemblies, etc., enforcing fire and city codes; inspecting residential homes as requestedAssisting in the preparation of pre-fire readiness; testing and evaluating equipment in order to ensure safety; refilling air tanks, loading hoses, folding tarps, cleaning ladders, etc.Performing preventative maintenance on firefighting apparatusPreparing, processing and/or transmitting incident reports, preventative maintenance reports, inspection and water works reports, receipt books, and pre-fire plans, etc.Typical qualifications include:High school diploma or equivalentSC Class II driver's licenseAbility to operate various types of motor vehicles as well as a variety of types of firefighting and other equipment including hose tools and appliances, forcible entry tools, etc.Ability to lift and/or carry weights of approximately one hundred poundsPhysical ability to react quickly to a dangerous situationSupplemental information:A preliminary criminal history check will be conducted on each applicant and then an executive review will be made of all applicants. Fire applicants must successfully complete a series of tests and be certified by the Civil Service Commission to be considered for employment. This testing consists of a written exam, a physical agility test and an oral interview before a three-person panel.FIRE DEPT. STARTING PAY:Firefighter - $45,694.16Firefighter II - $47,968.04Firefighter Specialist - $50,350.02Engineer - $52,894.78The City of Spartanburg provides a very competitive benefits package to include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life benefits are through the SC State Health Plan and access to free onsite health clinic. Retirement through the SC State Retirement System (Employee contributes 9% and the City contributes 18.56% / PORS: police/fire employees contribute 9.75% and City contributes 21.24%) City also offers 12 Paid Holidays; Paid Time Off (3 ½ weeks per year) and Longevity Leave based on years of service.

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