Colleton County (S.C.) Fire-Rescue is accepting
applications from qualified individuals for the positions of
Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic. Colleton
County Fire-Rescue is an all-hazards, full-service department serving
approximately 40,000 people in over 1,100 square miles from 35 fire stations
utilizing a staff of 80 full-time, 10 part-time and 125 paid-on-call
volunteer firefighters.
Fire-Rescue operates a fleet of 129 vehicles including 36 engines, 34
tenders, 12 ALS ambulances, 2 E-One 95’ Platforms, 2 Heavy Rescues, 2
Hazardous Materials Units, and 1 ARFF truck.
Colleton County is located on the beautiful coast of
South Carolina and offers excellent hunting and fishing opportunities
including two state wildlife management areas, as well as one of the longest
(21 miles) black water rivers in the country encompassing the Edisto River
canoe and kayak trail.
Additionally, Edisto Beach, a barrier island and one of the few
uncommercialized, family-oriented beaches in the country, is in the
southeast portion of Colleton County.
The successful candidate will perform a variety of duties including
emergency response, medical transports, vehicle extrications, firefighting,
vehicle and station maintenance, equipment testing and fire prevention
activities. Position requires a thorough knowledge of firefighting and
emergency medical care. Applicants must be dependable, of good moral
character, be in good physical condition; be able to work under highly
stressful conditions and have the ability to work well with others.
REQUIREMENTS: One year firefighting experience with a volunteer or career
fire department and certification as an IFSAC Firefighter I with the ability
to acquire IFSAC Firefighter II within six months of employment (Pro Board
also accepted). Must be certified by the National Registry as an Emergency
Medical Technician or Paramedic. Candidates must be at least 18 years of
age, have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record at time of
employment. Class “E” Driver’s License or better within 1 month of
employment, clear criminal history, High School diploma or G. E. D.
/equivalent. Applicants must provide a 10-year driving history with the
application. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test
and a satisfactory background check is also required. Paid monthly
In-Service Training. Over-time rate applied after 40 hours worked each week
Email resume and supporting documentation to
jobs@colletoncounty.org
or submit applications at the nearest S. C. Works Center, the Career Skills
Center located at 1085 Thunderbolt Avenue, Walterboro, SC 29488.
Only qualified applicants will be contacted for testing. The position(s)
will remain open until filled. Colleton County Government is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE (FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC): $17.49/hour
ESTIMATED ANNUAL SALARY (FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC): $59,675.88 – $62,404.32
(includes scheduled time only [no
deductions for meal or sleep times] – excludes extra overtime
opportunities).
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