Firefighter/EMT

Town of Elon•Elon, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are dedicated to modern fire tactics, continuous professional growth, and making a real impact in the community, then Elon Fire Department is looking for you. By applying today, you aren't just starting a job—you are building a future. Come grow with us in an environment where your dedication to excellence is matched by our commitment to your professional evolution and the safety of our neighbors. Performs firefighting, emergency medical, rescue, hazmat and fire equipment operation work in response to emergency situations.

Requirements

Completion of high school or GED equivalency.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
NC Hazardous Material Operations Certification.
NC Firefighter Certification.
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic.
NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification (preferred).
North Carolina Class B Driver’s License (preferred).

Responsibilities

Maintains readiness to respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance.
Receives and responds to fires and emergency calls.
Provides responses to emergency calls and administers life support techniques and procedures.
Participates in hazardous material response and prevention programs.
Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fire including rescue, entry, and ventilation and salvage work.
Rides fire apparatus to fire scene; connects hoses to hydrants and uses hoses to apply water or chemicals to fire; forces entry into burning structures and searches for and rescues occupants.
Provides pre-incident planning to area businesses and buildings.
Inspects, maintains apparatus and hose loads to ensure the presence, cleanliness, and serviceability of necessary firefighting and emergency equipment, tools and supplies.
Performs testing and routine maintenance on vehicles; tests fire hydrants.
Maintains, performs minor repairs and cleans assigned fire station quarters and grounds.
Presents programs and classes in schools.
Participates in training to assure proficiency in all firefighting techniques; trains for knowledge of all equipment and apparatus as well as their operations; conducts residential and business fire prevention inspections; assists in preparing scale drawings and pre-plan firefighting strategies; maintains knowledge of sprinkled buildings and hydrant locations.
Participates in routine maintenance and servicing of equipment including checking and filling self-contained breathing apparatus, washing and waxing trucks, checking batteries, checking fuel and oil levels, cleaning and drying hose, and inspecting hose and hose connections for damage and wear; sweeps, mops, paints, and washing windows of fire station.
Checks and flushes city fire hydrants for flow and pressure.
Conducts tours of the fire station.
Performs related work as assigned.