Firefighter Recruit (Full-Time)

Job Overview

Firefighter Recruit

Statesville Fire Department

Starting Salary:                 $46,280 Annually

FLSA Position Class:        Full-time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule:                Start on Day Shift and then transition to 24 On/48 Off Shifts 

Posting Closing Date:      September 30, 2026 

*Please note: For your application to be considered, we require you to submit a resume. You may also attach any other relevant documents, transcripts, and/or certifications you may have.

Summary

This position is responsible for protective service work in fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous materials, emergency medical, and other emergency services. ## Essential Duties and Responsibilities NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Trains to respond to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, specialized rescue, or other emergency situations.
• Trains to maintain a state of readiness and preparation for emergency response; checks and maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire/emergency vehicles and in fire stations; tests hoses/pumps on apparatus; reloads equipment and apparatus following response to emergency calls.
• Trains to suppress, control, and extinguish fires; locates water supplies to fight fires; lays out, connects, and maneuvers fire hoses; selects appropriate hose nozzles; operates nozzles and directs streams of water or chemicals onto fire; and disconnects and rolls used hoses.
• Within the training environment, positions, raises, and climbs ladders of various heights to access upper levels of buildings and perform rescue operations; creates openings in buildings for entrance, ventilation, or salvage; ventilates smoke and gas from buildings; enters premises for firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations; performs salvage operations such as covering furniture, sweeping/mopping water, and clearing/removing debris; assists with cleanup activities.
• Trains to provide necessary medical care in accordance with established protocols for basic life support; administers emergency medical care requiring use of suction units, immobilization equipment, and oxygen delivery systems; performs physical lifting techniques associated with moving patients between incident sites, stretchers, or ambulances.
• Within the training environment, identifies hazardous materials and types of containers or carriers at spill scenes; uses various booms and barriers to contain spills and mitigate runoff; performs fire suppression activities as necessary; and assists with the direction of evacuation operations as necessary.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

  Minimum Requirements

  Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED.

**     Requirements**

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license, or any valid driver’s license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license within **60 days ** of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina. 
• Must pass the EMT/EMR course on their first attempt.

• Immediately after completing the EMT/EMR course, the employee has three (3) attempts to pass the state exam within 60 days of course completion.

  Supplemental Information

  **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities **

• Knowledge of firefighting, fire prevention, rescue/extrication operations, and hazardous material response methods, techniques, practices, and procedures. 

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and tools used in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical care, and has the ability to operate and care for such equipment. 
• Knowledge of the hazards involved in emergency response operations. 
• Ability to work under stress and use good judgment in emergency situations.
• Ability to prepare and safely operate department vehicles, apparatus, and other emergency equipment.
• Ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments, or directions from superiors.
• Ability to read a variety of informational and technical documentation and instructions.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, volunteers, other emergency agencies, and the public.

Job Related Physical Requirements

This position involves 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. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, balancing, pushing/pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; the motions in this position are related to conducting inspections and investigations on fire scenes where heavy fire debris may need to be moved. Vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for inspecting apparatus and equipment for small defects, using measuring devices, operation of machines, motor vehicles, or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, including dangerous and extreme temperatures for a prolonged amount of time; these conditions may partially or totally obscure one's vision.  Subject to noise, vibration, fumes, odors, gases, oils, smoke, and hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, work in high places or narrow passageways, and chemicals. Subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system and skin and is required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing device. Works in close quarters and areas which could cause claustrophobia. May be exposed to blood, blood-borne pathogens, and/or other infectious materials when providing emergency medical services.Work is performed under emergency conditions and may involve personal hazard.

Equal Opportunity Employer