Firefighter Recruit (Full-Time) - City of Statesville, NC : Job Details

Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : City of Statesville, NCJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202500208Department: FireOpening Date: 08/01/2025Closing Date: 8/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern SummaryFirefighter RecruitFire Department Starting Annual Salary: $44,922.80FLSA Position Class: Non-ExemptWork Schedule: Start on Day Shift (8 hours days), then go to 24 hours on, 48 hours off duty shift schedule. Job Type: Full-TimeClosing Date: August 29, 2025 August 1st - 29th application periodSeptember 15th - 19th written testing and Statesville Physical Abilities Course (SPAC) walk throughOctober 3rd and 4th SPACOctober 20th - 24th for interviews*PLEASE NOTE: Firefighter Recruit candidates are required to upload a resume, with the option of uploading ny acertifications that you may have, including Fire & EMT Credentials or OSFM transcripts in addition to their resume. These must be attached with your application to be considered for the Firefighter Recruit position. Job OverviewThis position is responsible for protective service work in fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous materials, emergency medical, and other emergency services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Trains to respond to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, specialized rescue, or other emergency situations.
• Trains to maintain a state of readiness and preparation for emergency response; checks and maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire/emergency vehicles and in fire stations; tests hoses/pumps on apparatus; reloads equipment and apparatus following response to emergency calls.
• Trains to suppress, control, and extinguish fires; locates water supplies to fight fires; lays out, connects, and maneuvers fire hoses; selects appropriate hose nozzles; operates nozzles and directs streams of water or chemicals onto fire; and disconnects and rolls used hoses.
• Within the training environment, positions, raises, and climbs ladders of various heights to access upper levels of buildings and perform rescue operations; creates openings in buildings for entrance, ventilation, or salvage; ventilates smoke and gas from buildings; enters premises for firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations; performs salvage operations such as covering furniture, sweeping/mopping water, and clearing/removing debris; assists with cleanup activities.
• Trains to provide necessary medical care in accordance with established protocols for basic life support; administers emergency medical care requiring use of suction units, immobilization equipment, and oxygen delivery systems; performs physical lifting techniques associated with moving patients between incident sites, stretchers, or ambulances.
• Within the training environment, identifies hazardous materials and types of containers or carriers at spill scenes; uses various booms and barriers to contain spills and mitigate runoff; performs fire suppression activities as necessary; and assists with the direction of evacuation operations as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum RequirementsMinimum Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license, or any valid driver's license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.
• Must pass the EMT/EMR course on their first attempt.
• Immediately after completing the EMT/EMR course, the employee has three (3) attempts to pass the state exam within 60 days of course completion.

Supplemental Information Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of firefighting, fire prevention, rescue/extrication operations, and hazardous material response methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and tools used in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical care, and has the ability to operate and care for such equipment.
• Knowledge of the hazards involved in emergency response operations.
• Ability to work under stress and use good judgment in emergency situations.
• Ability to prepare and safely operate department vehicles, apparatus, and other emergency equipment.
• Ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments, or directions from superiors.
• Ability to read a variety of informational and technical documentation and instructions.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, volunteers, other emergency agencies, and the public.

Job Related Physical RequirementsThis position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, balancing, pushing/pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; the motions in this position are related to conducting inspections and investigations on fire scenes where heavy fire debris may need to be moved. Vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for inspecting apparatus and equipment for small defects, using measuring devices, operation of machines, motor vehicles, or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.Working ConditionsThe employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, including dangerous and extreme temperatures for a prolonged amount of time; these conditions may partially or totally obscure one's vision. Subject to noise, vibration, fumes, odors, gases, oils, smoke, and hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, work in high places or narrow passageways, and chemicals. Subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system and skin and is required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing device. Works in close quarters and areas which could cause claustrophobia. May be exposed to blood, blood-borne pathogens, and/or other infectious materials when providing emergency medical services. Work is performed under emergency conditions and may involve personal hazard.Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefits At A GlanceBenefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time employees' benefits and are listed below. Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here: Full-Time Employee BenefitsHealth & Welfare Benefits

• Health Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug Program
• Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
• Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Secondary Language Incentive Pay
• Bereavement Leave

Retirement Benefits

• Pension Plan - NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
• NC 401(k) Empower
• NC Roth 401(k) Empower
• NC 401(k) Match Empower
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Roth 457(b) Nationwide
• Fireman's Pension Fund

Time-Off Benefits

• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
• Military Differential Pay

Wellness Benefits

• Health Fair
• Biometric Screening
• Flu Shots
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts

Additional Benefits

• Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
• Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program
• Christmas Bonus (Based yearly on City Council approval)
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veterans Breakfast
• Service Award Program
• Career Development (eligible departments)
• Alternative Work Arrangements available based on departmental needs
• Cellphone Discounts
• City Cell Phone (eligible positions)
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Voluntary Benefits

• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Group Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance

Safety Benefits (Eligibility: based on job position)

• Boot Vouchers - yearly
• Safety Glasses - every (2) years
• Hearing Tests - yearly
• Uniforms (eligible departments)

Police Department Benefits

• Law Enforcement Officers' Separation Allowance
• Degree Incentive
• Certification Incentive
• Special Unit Incentive
• Shift Differential Pay
• 401(k) 5% Contribution
• Uniform Stipend (based on position)

Part-Time Employee Benefits

• Health Fair
• Flu Shots
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veteran's Breakfast
• Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program - Working Advantage Benefits
• Biometric Screening
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Fitness Center Discounts

01 Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02 Do you have North Carolina Firefighter I & II Certifications?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you have a North Carolina Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or higher Certification?

• Yes
• No

04 I acknowledge and confirm that I have uploaded my resume to my application. In addition to your resume, you are encouraged to upload any relevant firefighter and EMT certifications or OSFM transcript, if applicable.

• Yes
• No

Required Question