Skillbridge Firefighter - Job Training Program

City of Richmond Hill, Georgia•Richmond Hill, GA

1h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Richmond Hill Fire Department offers a DoW SkillBridge firefighter training program for eligible transitioning military service members. The program prepares participants to perform fire suppression and emergency rescue services and supports their transition into a civilian firefighting career through training, mentoring, and job placement support. Participants may also be evaluated for suitability for future employment with the City. The training program lasts 13 weeks and runs Monday through Friday, 0800–1600. Training outcomes include NPQ Firefighter 1, NPQ Hazmat Awareness, NPQ Hazmat Operations, and NPQ Firefighter 2 certifications. SkillBridge participation requires approval from the service member’s unit commander and may be terminated by the service if mission requirements dictate.

Requirements

Be an active-duty military service member eligible for the DoW SkillBridge Program and qualified for a SkillBridge administrative leave period of up to 180 days.
Have 180 days or fewer remaining before military discharge and at least 180 continuous days of active military service.
Obtain approval from the unit commander.
Agree that SkillBridge participation may be terminated by the service at any time if mission requirements dictate.
Possess, or be able to readily obtain, a valid Georgia driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Be able to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Act.

Responsibilities

Complete firefighter training in preparation to perform fire suppression and emergency rescue services.
Participate in the 13-week training program, Monday through Friday, 0800–1600.
Complete training leading to NPQ Firefighter 1, NPQ Hazmat Awareness, NPQ Hazmat Operations, and NPQ Firefighter 2 certifications.