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Town of Franklin Fire Department issued the following announcement on Jan. 10.

The Town of Franklin is currently accepting applications for a full-time Firefighter at the Franklin Fire Department. 

https://franklinnc.com/job-openings-town-franklin-nc.html

Persons in this position will perform the following duties: 

Performs fire control and rescue operations by entering burning structures, utilizing systematic search procedures to locate and rescue trapped victims, determining safe evacuation paths, locating fire source, extinguishing the fire, operating heavy equipment and apparatus, forcing entry into structures, locating hydrants and other sources of water, operating hose lines, examining fire damage, and salvage and overhaul. Responds to traffic accidents, extricates patients from their vehicles using extrication techniques and equipment, providing stabilization first aid and basic life support, communicating with patient and providing transfer of care report, mitigating minor hazmat incidents, securing scenes, and extinguishing vehicle fires. Maintains equipment and the facility by performing daily preventative maintenance, testing fire equipment, and maintaining standard living conditions in facility. Works irregular hours including weekends, holidays and extended hours as needed. Performs work during emergency/disaster situations. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Desired Education and Experience: Applicant must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age. High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and the ability to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job such as those listed above. Licenses and Professional Certifications required as follows: NC EMT (Preferred) EMR (Minimum), NC Firefighter Certification, NC Driver License Class B, NC Driver Operator Pumps (Preferred), NC Driver Operator EVD (Preferred), NC Driver Operator Aerial (Preferred).

Base salary is $34,192 DOQ.

Individuals interested in applying should send the attached internal application and any supporting certifications to Nicole Bradley, Human Resources Director via email at nbradley@franklinnc.com. A hard copy may be submitted in addition to the emailed version; however, all information should be submitted via email to be considered.

The Town of Franklin is an EEO/ADA employer.

Original source can be found here.       

Source: Town of Franklin Fire Department