Fire Specialist

City of New Bern•New Bern, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs responsible protective service work in fire suppression ensuring proper operation and maintenance of fire rescue equipment; does related work as required. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions and frequently involves considerable personal hazard. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of a Fire Captain or Fire Engineer.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
Minimum age: 18 (at the time application is submitted).
Possession of Class C driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Completion of New Bern Fire Rescue’s 1403 training, NIMS 700/800, ICS 100/200, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications.
Successful completion of physical agility test is required.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS REQUIRED ON FINAL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATE(S) APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION WITH THE CITY OF NEW BERN.

Nice To Haves

Some firefighting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing fire suppression activities; ensuring proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
Responds to emergency incidents; enters burning buildings with hose lines; operates nozzles; extinguishes fire as directed.
Provides medical care to level of expertise.
Performs hydrant/water supply operations.
Performs rescue operations by removing persons from danger.
Operates portable fire extinguishers.
Raises, lowers, and climbs ladders; performs salvage and overhaul operations.
Assists in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment, and cleaning fire station and grounds.
Inspects pumping apparatus and fire/rescue equipment to ensure proper working condition and readiness.
Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual technical study and attendance at scheduled drills and classes.
Participates in fire safety and fire education programs.
Performs related tasks as required.