FIREFIGHTER 1

**Firefighter I **

Working for the City of Augusta offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a vibrant, close-knit community. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to growth, Augusta is a place where employees are valued as key contributors to the city’s mission of providing exceptional services to its residents. Apply today and join our team! Details related to the position are below:

Shift: 24-hour rotating shift. **Grade: ** 20

About the Role:

The Firefighter 1 position is a critical frontline role responsible for protecting lives, property, and the environment from fire and other emergencies. This role involves responding promptly to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and natural disasters with professionalism and composure. Firefighter 1 personnel perform fire suppression, rescue operations, and provide emergency medical care while adhering to safety protocols and departmental procedures. The position requires continuous training and physical fitness to maintain readiness for diverse emergency situations. Ultimately, the Firefighter 1 plays a vital role in community safety and resilience by mitigating risks and providing essential emergency services.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicant must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive physical fitness test and medical examination.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or higher medical training.
• Experience in a volunteer or professional firefighting capacity.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials operations and safety procedures.
• Advanced fire science or related coursework.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills demonstrated through prior experience.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to fire alarms and emergency calls promptly and efficiently.
• Perform fire suppression activities including operating hoses, pumps, and other firefighting equipment.
• Conduct search and rescue operations to locate and assist victims in emergency situations.
• Provide basic emergency medical care and support to injured persons at the scene.
• Maintain and inspect firefighting equipment and apparatus to ensure operational readiness.
• Participate in ongoing training exercises to enhance firefighting, rescue, and medical skills.
• Follow all safety protocols and departmental guidelines to minimize risk to self and others.
• Engage in public education and fire prevention activities within the community.

What Will Put You Ahead:

• The preferred candidate for this position shall have at least two years of college with study emphasis in fire/police science, fire/police administration, or a related field and have two years of experience working with the public.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, training, special knowledge, and/or certifications may be a substitute for the college requirement.

Please make sure the entire application is filled out completely and truthfully. Any misrepresentations, falsifications, or deliberate omissions may be cause for non-selection.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

The City of Augusta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.