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Fire/Rescue Trainee

Greenville Fire/Rescue is currently seeking Trainees for our next Academy! Interested in a rewarding career in public service? Would you like to get paid while you learn? Look no further than Greenville Fire/Rescue. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, gaining valuable hands-on experience while learning about the general functions and duties of an entry-level fire/rescue position. You will receive support and guidance from the Fire/Rescue Training Officer and work eight-hour shifts during the training period. Your successful completion of all academic and performance requirements will pave the way for a fulfilling career in the City's Fire/Rescue Department.

Annual rate of pay while attending the Fire/Rescue Academy:

$1,566.40/biweekly which is equivalent to $40,726.40/annual rate of pay

Annual rate of pay upon successful completion of Trainee requirements:

$45,718.40/annual rate of pay (typically within 6 months of hire)

Annual rate of pay upon successful completion of Fire/Rescue Officer I probationary period:

$48,018.88/annual rate of pay *Overtime opportunities available upon business need

Hiring Process Includes, but may not be limited to:

• Physical Performance Test
• Interviews
• Background Check
• Psychological Evaluation
• Medical Examination and Drug Screen

Please download the hiring packet for detailed information about the hiring process.

Examples of Duties

• Receives intensive classroom and field training in both firefighting and rescue operations
• Attends training in all phases of rescue work for the purpose of providing basic life support treatment services as required
• Attends training in the operation and maintenance of a rescue vehicle
• Attends training in all phases of firefighting, hose, ladder, salvage rescue, location of fire alarm boxes, hydrants, fire/rescue station, and apparatus maintenance
• Participates in patient assessment and provides basic emergency medical services
• Participates as a member of both a firefighting and rescue unit
• Responds to actual fire/rescue calls
• Operates fire/rescue communications equipment
• Performs grounds maintenance and other station house maintenance duties
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED is required
• No specific experience requirements

Additional Requirements: All applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a valid drivers license and a safe driving record
• Be a United States citizen or a non-citizen who can provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States
• Be of good moral character
• Be highly motivated with an interest in the Fire/Rescue field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Learn and apply all phases of fire/rescue work, station maintenance, and other required tasks performed by a fire/rescue employee
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships as a member of a firefighting and rescue unit
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Perform work requiring good physical and mental condition

Special Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid, current N.C. drivers license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges
• Must have and maintain an acceptable driving record
• Incumbent must complete all academic and classroom training as prescribed by the state and the City Fire/Rescue Department for a certified Fire/Rescue Trainee and demonstrate satisfactory field performance of required fire/rescue skills before being promoted to the position of Fire/Rescue Officer I
• Incumbents must have a North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate at the end of the established probationary period, and must keep an EMT certificate up-to-date
• Must meet the recommendations of the ECU Human Performance Lab within 12 months from the date of employment

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer