Public Safety Training Facility Technician- PRN
About The Position
The Buncombe County Public Safety Training Center is a dynamic state-of-the-art facility that provides training for all first responder disciplines in Buncombe County as well as agencies throughout Western North Carolina. This includes but is not limited to: Fire, EMS, Law Enforcement, Urban Search and Rescue, and Emergency Management, as well as multiple state and federal agencies. The Public Safety Training center is a division of Buncombe County Emergency Services. Purpose of the position: The purpose of this position is to perform technical work at the Public Safety Training Facility for Buncombe County.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, and a minimum of two (2) years progressively increasing experience in EMS, Fire, Emergency Management or Law Enforcement; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
- General knowledge of all local, state, and federal certification requirements for public safety programs.
- General knowledge of firefighting procedures, techniques, and apparatus.
- General knowledge of emergency medical procedures and techniques
- Skill in the use of computers and commitment to use of technology
- Ability to interpret and carry out instructions and assignments.
- Ability to enforce safety rules, regulations, and policies firmly, objectively, and tactfully.
- Ability to express ideas effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of one or more of the following certificates issued by the State of North Carolina: Fire Instructor, Law Enforcement Instructor, EMS Instructor, or Emergency Management Instructor preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in supporting new and existing training programs.
- Ensure that the facility remains in compliance with environmental and safety regulations per NC DEHNR, OSHA, EPA etc.
- Assist in regulatory audits and in any necessary corrective actions.
- Assist in the preventative maintenance of equipment to include checking the status and condition of equipment.
- Assists in preparing reports and maintaining a variety of records.
- Repair, replace, and adjust equipment and components to include rotating, aligning, and charging and discharging equipment.
- Perform maintenance and cleaning work for the upkeep of the apparatus, equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
