Position Overview The Town of Winterville is currently seeking a dedicated and qualified professional to join our team as a full-time Firefighter . In this role, you will play a vital part in protecting our community through proactive emergency response, rigorous training, and equipment maintenance.

Key Responsibilities Emergency Operations:

Participate actively in firefighting, technical rescue, and emergency medical services (EMS) operations.

Communication & Equipment:

Operate complex Fire-Rescue-Ems communication systems and perform routine maintenance on all emergency equipment and vehicles.

Protocol Compliance:

Follow all applicable departmental guidelines, standard operating procedures, and medical protocols.

Continuous Training:

Complete extensive classroom instruction and field training exercises to maintain operational readiness. Working Conditions & Physical Demands Emergency response environments are inherently dangerous. Employees in this class are exposed to severe physical and environmental hazards, including: Working indoors and outdoors in extreme hot and cold weather conditions. Exposure to loud noises, vibrations, fire, smoke, odors, mists, oils, chemicals, and bodily fluids.

Essential Requirement:

The ability to function regularly while wearing specialized personal protective equipment (PPE), including Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

Graduation from high school or the equivalent.

Experience:

Prior firefighting experience preferred.

Certifications & Licensing:

Must meet and maintain minimum qualifications established by the Department and possess a valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License. Compensation

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Salary Range:

- (Dependent on Qualifications)

Equal Opportunity:

The Town of Winterville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. How to Apply Interested applicants should submit their Town of Winterville application to Human Resources.

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By Mail :

Town of Winterville, Attn:

Human Resources, PO Box 1459, Winterville, NC 28590

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By Email :

humanresources@wintervillenc.com

Closing Date:

October 9, 2026, by 5:00 PM.

Pay:

$49,584.00 - $74,378.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person