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County of Lexington
Firefighter Recruit
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What they do
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.
$49,784 / year median in South Carolina
+8% projected growth
Job Description
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APPLY ON COUNTY WEBSITE USING THE LINK BELOW
- https://www.lex-co.com/Applications/HROnline/VACANCYLISTING.ASPX
- This posting is for interest in a January 2027 LCFS Recruit Class
Job Description:
- Under general supervision responds to fire and emergency calls.
- Provides a wide variety of duties related to fire suppression in order to ensure public safety and welfare.
- Exercises judgment and safety in all fire and rescue related activities. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions.
- Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. Must currently possess a valid Driver's License.
- Successful completion of the department recruit program is a condition of employment. The following will be required for all applicants :
- Successful completion of the pre-hire Physical Agility Test
- Successful completion of all required pre-hire written testing
- An oral interview board
- Firefighter Physical including medical physical and VO2 test The departmental Recruit Firefighter Program consisting of the following courses: NFPA Firefighter I Hazardous Materials Auto Extrication NFPA Firefighter II Rescuing the Rescuer / Rapid Intervention Crew Emergency Medical Technician (National Registry Required within 1 year of date of hire) Other courses/coursework as required Must obtain a South Carolina Class E Driver's License or CDL with proper endorsements within one year of date of hire All initial contact will be made within 1 week of application via the Email address provided in your applicant profile.
- This posting is for interest in a January 2027 LCFS Recruit Class