Firefighter/Emt - Firefighter/Certified - Firefighter/Cadet

City of Rocky Mount

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$55K - $82K USD

Rocky Mount, North Carolina, US First seen 3 weeks, 1 day ago Last seen 1 hour, 38 minutes ago JSearch

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• Responds to fires, medical emergencies, and rescue situations while maintaining firefighting and EMS certifications in a 24/7 operation with a CFAI-accredited department. • Requires high school diploma/GED, valid NC driver's license, ability to pass physical agility test, and current NFPA/NCOEMS EMS certification; must be at least 18 years old. • Full-time salaries range from $49,836–$82,416 depending on certification level (Cadet, Certified, or EMT); part-time positions available at $17–$20 per hour. • Performs equipment maintenance, participates in ongoing training and public education, and assists with station upkeep and code enforcement inspections. • Department offers competitive benefits, excellent training opportunities, and potential for career advancement with positions available as full-time or part-time based on department needs.

Position: FIREFIGHTER / EMT - FIREFIGHTER / CERTIFIED - FIREFIGHTER / CADET - (F/T - P/T) Overview THIS POSTING IS ONLY FOR CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTERS Rocky Mount Fire Department actively seeks competent, hardworking people who are interested in becoming Firefighters/EMTs and are eager to be part of a dynamic organization. We recruit Firefighters/EMT, Firefighter Certified, and Firefighter Cadet positions with the desire and enthusiasm to serve our community in a highly professional manner. The department offers a competitive starting salary, great benefits, excellent training, and opportunities for advancement.

About the Department: The City of Rocky Mount Fire Department provides fire suppression, rescue and emergency medical services, hazardous materials mitigation, technical rescue, code enforcement, fire investigation, and public education. The department responds to emergencies 24/7 and maintains accredited status with CFAI (accredited in 2003, 2008, 2013, 2018, and 2024). Definition This position performs firefighting and emergency medical duties in response to fire, medical, and other emergency situations.

Reports To The Fire Captain assigns work; supervision includes spot-checks for compliance with procedures and final results. Responsibilities • Respond to fires with appropriate firefighting techniques. • Respond to emergency medical calls, perform patient assessments, follow protocols, and document patient care.

Maintain firefighting and EMS certifications and participate in ongoing training. • Assist with maintenance checks and inventories to ensure readiness of assigned apparatus. • Maintain physical fitness and participate in public education on fire safety and prevention.
Participate in hydrant maintenance, station maintenance, and grounds upkeep. • Engage in continuing education activities and assist with engine company business inspections. • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications • Must be 18 years of age on date of hire. • High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school. • Valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Ability to pass a physical agility test; vision 20/100 or better, corrected to 20/20. • Criminal background check will be conducted on offer of employment. • Must meet current NFPA/NCOEMS requirements and possess appropriate state EMS certification.
Knowledge of emergency medical protocols, firefighting procedures, and related public safety standards is preferred. Pay Range Full-Time (Pay Range) Firefighter / EMT: $54,943.92 - $82,415.88 Firefighter / Certified: $52,327.54 - $78,491.32 Firefighter / Cadet: $49,835.76 - $74,753.63 Part-Time (Pay Range) Firefighter / Cadet: $17.00 per hour Firefighter / Certified: $18.50 per hour Firefighter / EMT I: $20.00 per hour Additional Information Responsibilities and qualifications apply to Firefighter/EMT, Firefighter Certified, and Firefighter Cadet positions. The incumbent(s) may be hired full-time or part-time based on department needs and candidate qualifications.

Note: This posting is for certified firefighters and related roles; candidates will be evaluated for eligibility and placement based on qualifications and department requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Company:
City of Rocky Mount
Location:
Rocky Mount, North Carolina, US
Job Type:
Full-Time
Experience Level:
Mid
Source:
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Status:
Active

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