Firefighter

Forsyth County•Winston-Salem, NC

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About The Position

Forsyth County Department of Emergency Services is hiring a Firefighter to perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical operations; assist with fire prevention inspections and fire investigations; and support Forsyth County fire and rescue organizations. The role responds to fire alarms, medical calls, rescues, and technical rescues, and drives and operates firefighting and rescue equipment at emergency scenes. The Firefighter follows supervisor and incident command instructions promptly and efficiently, using judgment and initiative during fire and rescue activities. The position also assists with annual fire prevention inspections and investigations into fire origin and cause. The Firefighter works rotating shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays and may be called back for duty as determined by department administration. The position requires interacting with children and is subject to a fingerprint-based state and national criminal history record check. Candidates must be able to meet the physical and medical demands of emergency response work, including wearing self-contained breathing apparatus and working in adverse and immediately dangerous environments.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
Firefighter II certification.
EMT-Basic certification or higher.
Hazardous Materials Responder/Operations qualification.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to pass a pre-employment and annual medical examination adhering to NFPA 1582 standards.
Ability to wear self-contained breathing apparatus and tolerate increased respiratory effort, decreased vision, and limited range of motion.
Ability to maintain physical and mental fitness for extended emergency incidents.
Ability to perform physically demanding work in adverse conditions, atmospheres immediately dangerous to life and health, and at various heights while carrying gear and equipment weighing more than 50 pounds.
Ability to lift over 100 pounds occasionally, 50–100 pounds frequently, or 20–50 pounds constantly.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; maintain records and prepare accurate reports and documentation.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, manuals, and code material.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
Knowledge of firefighting equipment operation and maintenance; firefighting methods and principles; salvage, overhaul, ventilation, and fire rescue operations; aircraft and airport rescue and firefighting; technical rescue; basic fire investigation and fire prevention hazards; Forsyth County geography and fire districts; and the incident command system.
Must undergo a criminal history record check because the role interacts with children.

Nice To Haves

Emergency Vehicle Driver qualification.
Technical Rescuer-General or General with Ropes qualification.
NIMS ICS-700 and ICS-800.
Class B driver's license or equivalent.
IFSAC, ProBoard, or National Registry certification, ability to obtain reciprocity, or equivalent certification may be considered in lieu of North Carolina certification.

Responsibilities

Receive and respond to fire alarms; drive firefighting equipment and operate it at emergency scenes.
Assist with rescue, attack, extinguishment, salvage, and overhaul activities during fire operations.
Respond to hazardous materials calls, identify involved chemicals, and determine precautions to minimize losses.
Respond to emergency medical calls and operate at the North Carolina EMT Basic level within applicable protocols.
Respond to rescue and technical rescue incidents and use necessary resources to carry out strategies and tactics set by the incident commander or supervisor.
Perform fire suppression activities and work closely with Forsyth County emergency agencies.
Ensure the operational readiness of tools, equipment, and apparatus.
Maintain facilities and grounds, apparatus, tools, and equipment.
Assist with fire prevention inspections of county occupancies.
Assist with fire origin and cause investigations.
Prepare required reports and documentation; maintain records.
Participate in training classes, drills, and continuing education.
Maintain required training, certifications, licenses, and physical and mental fitness.
Follow departmental and county policies and carry out other tasks assigned by supervisors and command staff.
Maintain a valid driver's license in good standing and comply with applicable North Carolina law and DOT standards for commercial motor vehicle drivers when required.