Part Time Firefighter

FIREFIGHTER (PART-TIME): Walker County Fire Rescue (WCFR) is currently accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Firefighter. The pay for this position is $25.00 to $27.00 per hour based on qualifications. Applications will be received until positions are filled.

Job Summary

This is an entry level, manual and technical position in fire suppression, prevention, rescue, communications, and emergency medical services involving duties and responsibilities of an emergency and hazardous nature on a rotating shift basis, which may require the highest level of sustained exertion and agility. Work involves exposure to extreme heat, cold, dirt, low visibility and confined spaces, extreme heights, swift and standing water, disease, death in many forms and other unpleasant conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicant must be 18 years of age at the date of the application Possess high school diploma or G.E.D. Applicant must be either a U.S. citizen or resident alien Must have two years of experience required Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, Georgia Class F or equivalent is required Hold Georgia Certified Firefighter/NPQ Firefighter I and II required Successful candidates must pass a physical agility, oral and/or written testing, medical examination, drug screen, and extensive background check Georgia Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (Basic), Intermediate, Advanced, or Paramedic Preferred Qualifications: U.

S. Armed Forces Veteran College degree from an accredited college or university Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Qualifications Technical Rescue