Firefighter/Relief Driver

General Definition and Conditions of Work General Description Performs intermediate protective service work in fire suppression; work is often performed under emergency conditions and involves personal hazard; does related work as required.
Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Fire Captain.
Physical Conditions This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and wearing a respirator.
The worker must be capable of performing adequately for prolonged periods of time inside of an immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) atmosphere.
The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
Essential Functions Responding to emergency fire related situations; participating in fire suppression and rescue; maintaining equipment and facilities; participating in continuing training and instruction; assisting with station maintenance.
Responds to emergency alarms and assists in the suppression of fires including rescue, entry, ventilating, salvage work, containment of hazardous materials, traffic control, crowd control, etc.
; Provides basic medical care to injured persons at emergency incidents; Assists with hazardous materials tasks; Assists in conducting pre-planning studies and fire hazard inspections; Conducts fire inspections; helps with cleanup and overhaul work; Performs a variety of clerical and office tasks as assigned; serves on department committees as assigned; Conducts station tours for citizens; Presents and provides fire education materials to the public; Assists in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment and cleaning fire station and grounds; Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual study of technical material and attendance at scheduled drills and classes; Inspects, cleans and maintains fire hose, pumps, hydrants and related equipment; Maintains required physical fitness through exercise, jogging, weightlifting, walking, etc.
; Performs other firefighting and related emergency tasks consistent with standard for position; May serve as relief driver and equipment operator when required; Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Thorough knowledge of firefighting techniques and procedures as applied to fire suppression; ability to learn technical firefighting principles and techniques and principles of hydraulics as applied to fire suppression; general knowledge of the street system and physical layout of the town; general knowledge of basic medical care; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; possession of mechanical aptitude, physical endurance and agility.
Preference points will be given for successful completion of the Public Safety Academy at Chapel Hill-Carrboro High School or the Fire Technology and Safety program at Orange High School; residents of Orange County for a period of not less than one (1) year; current Town of Carrboro employees; one or more years of active duty military experience with an honorable discharge; experience as a Basic Operations Firefighter (Firefighter II), Advanced Technician Firefighter (Firefighter III), or a licensed EMT for a municipality or fire department.
Preference points will also be given for additional North Carolina (or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalent) Driver/Operator Pumps and Driver/Operator Aerials certifications.
Note: The candidate must attach certificates to the application for any certification to be considered for preference points.
Special Requirements Must be 18 or older and US citizen or permanent resident.
North Carolina Firefighter II (or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalent).
Possession of a Class B driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Must meet or obtain within 12 months of hire: North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician and Hazardous Materials Operations certifications.
Must meet or obtain within 36 months of hire: North Carolina Driver/Operator: Pumps, Emergency Vehicle Driver and Driver/Operator: Aerials certifications.
Supplemental questions must be answered for consideration.
Selected candidates must pass a written and physical agility examination.
Please attach any earned firefighter certifications in your application.
To view a tentative application and hiring schedule set by the Fire Department, please click the link here.
Education and Experience Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Disclaimer CARRBORO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Town of Carrboro considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their skills, dedication and service, to the diversity and excellence of our organization.
Application Special Instructions Please attach a resume and proof of any certifications to your application.
Please attach a copy of your diploma or GED to your application.