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Town of Garner

Firefighter

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A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.

$52,454 / year median in North Carolina

+8% projected growth

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Firefighter Town of Garner - 4.7 Garner, NC Job Details Full-time $62,418 a year 21 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description The Garner Fire Department is seeking a Fire Fighter to join their elite team of dedicated professionals committed to protecting lives, property, and the community. The selected candidate will serve on a rotating 48-hour shift schedule (A, B, C). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to fire suppression, hydrant maintenance, pre-fire planning and surveys, equipment inspection and maintenance, fire prevention education, upkeep of station facilities and grounds, as well as administrative tasks as assigned by the Fire Chief or Company Officer.
Examples of Duties:
Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service with a fire company; operates auxiliary equipment; lays and connects hose; holds nozzles; direct water streams; raise and climb ladders; uses extinguishers, pike poles, axes, saws, and other equipment; and ventilates burning buildings using appropriate methods and tools. Administer medical care, assists in rescue work. Perform salvage and overhaul operations. Participate in training and drills in all aspects of fire protection. Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property; clean, washes, and paints walls, ceilings, and floors; makes minor repairs to property and equipment; wash and dries hose; wash, cleans, polishes, and tests apparatus. Relays instructions, orders, and information; give location of alarms received from dispatcher. Perform related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must: Be at least 18 years of age by the date of hire Have a valid Driver's License, with a clean driving record Have a Firefighter Level II Certification (IFSAC, ProBoard, DOD) Have an NC EMT or NREMT Certification Hazardous Materials Operations Certification (IFSAC, ProBoard, DOD) Preferred Qualifications (or must be obtained within 12 months of employment):
NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
Certifications TR and TR Vehicle Certifications or ability to obtain after employment (IFSAC, ProBoard, DOD) Reciprocity will be taken only when guaranteed through NC OSFM prior to testing
Additional Information:
To ensure consideration, please submit your employment application by August 28, 2026. The evaluation and selection process will include a medical and physical examination with drug screening as required in
N.F.P.A. 1001
Firefighter Professional Qualifications 1981: or a comparable medical and physical examination designated by the Corporation. Applicants who are not selected for this position are not prohibited from applying for employment opportunities in the future. Equal Opportunity Employer