Certified Fire/EMS Professional

City of Greenville • Greenville, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Greenville Fire/Rescue Department is currently accepting applications for certified firefighter/EMS professionals. These positions work a 24-hour shift on duty, with three days (72 hours) off between shifts. Shift employees work an average of seven or eight 24-hour shifts per month. This recruitment process is for applicants who are already firefighter and EMS (dual) certified. The role encompasses the many responsibilities required on the emergency scene as well as the daily tasks of maintaining a fire station, cleaning and inspecting equipment, and participating in training.

Requirements

• Minimum of H.S. Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• NC Firefighter II and NC HazMat Operations certification, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days
• NC EMT credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days (for Fire/Rescue Officer I)
• NC Firefighter II, NC HazMat Operations, and NC Driver/Operator Series certifications, or equivalency or reciprocity to obtain within 90 days (for Fire/Rescue Officer II and EMS Specialist)
• NC Advanced EMT credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days (for Fire/Rescue Officer II)
• NC paramedic credentialed to function in Pitt County, or the ability to obtain within 90 days (for Shift Paramedic and EMS Specialist)
• Must have a safe driving record and possess a valid driver's license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges
• Be a United States citizen or a non-citizen who can provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States
• Be of good moral character
• Possess the mental, physical, and medical health to perform job duties
• Must obtain a N.C. Class "B" driver's license (non-CDL) after employment, if not already held

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency responses to Fire calls, EMS calls, Rescue calls, and other requests for service
• Facilities and equipment maintenance
• Pre-fire planning
• Public education
• Child passenger seat installation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED