Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department — Awendaw, SC

Firefighter Engineer

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Compensation

$50,469–$58,039 /yr

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March 26, 2026 · Open until filled

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The brief

Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department in Awendaw, South Carolina is hiring for Firefighter Engineer. The posted pay is $50,469–$58,039 a year. The posting stays open until the position is filled. Stated requirements: Firefighter I/II (at application); CDL / Class B license (at application); High school / GED (required); min age 18; EMT certification (preferred). The shift schedule is 48/96.

Among 43 current South Carolina postings on Driftsmoke with a listed salary, this top-of-range pay is higher than 65% of them; the median among them is $52,000/yr.

About Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department

Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department has 8 stations. Pension: state_public_safety. ISO rating Class 4.

Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department is a combination career and volunteer department protecting 365 square miles of unincorporated Charleston County north of Mount Pleasant, operating seven stations on a 48/96 schedule with an ISO Class 4 rating.

Awendaw-McClellanville Fire Department has 3 other current openings on Driftsmoke. Department page, openings and history →

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Requirements at a glance

Firefighter I/II	At application
CDL / Class B license	At application
High school / GED	Required
Age	Min age 18
EMT certification	Preferred
Shift schedule	48/96

Description

Awendaw McClellanville Fire Department is seeking a qualified Firefighter/Engineer for 48/96 shift work.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $50,469 - $58,039 (Estimated Annual Salary)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

All prospective candidates must possess the following minimum requirements, but not limited to, additional courses may be required upon hire or within a specified time frame according to our training matrix:

18 years of age
High school graduate or equivalent or higher
Valid S.C. driver’s license (Class E or CDL) with a good driving record (10-year driving record required with application)
5 years of experience as a Firefighter
Current IFSAC or Pro-Board Firefighter II certification
Current SCFA Emergency Vehicle Drivers Training (EVDT) certification
Current SCFA Pump Operations I and SCFA Pump Operations II
Current Medical Emergency Responder/Professional CPR Certification or higher
SCFA 2153- ICS 300
SCFA 2154- ICS 400
SCFA 2100- Fire Officer 1
SCFA 4171- Fire Instructor 1
SCFA 1250- Aerial Operations
Ability to lift and drag at least 189 pounds and lift 50 pounds on a regular basis

Additional Preferred Certificates:

NREMT-Basic or higher

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Well-being Program For more information, visit our benefits page.