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Fire Watch / Firefighter EMT - Rural Metro Fire

Fire Watch / Firefighter EMT - Rural Metro Fire

Rural Metro FireColumbia, South Carolina, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$22.00 hourly
Job description

Responsibilities

Fire Watch / Firefighter EMT – Woodruff, SC

POSITIONS AVAILALBLE!

FULL-TIME and PART-TIME Opportunities available in Woodruff, South Carolina

Compensation : $22.00 per hour

We are hiring  Industrial Fire Watch / Firefighters with a passion for fire safety and a demonstrated commitment to cultivating a positive, collaborative work environment.

Job Summary :

We are looking for a Fire Watchman to join our team and oversee work areas where welding and other hazardous work is being carried out to prevent fires and other accidents from occurring.

These positions are considered a safety sensitive position and is subject to both, the Company’s and the Client’s Industrial Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy, which includes : pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing and follow-up testing.

Examples of What You Will Do :

  • Constantly patrolling the areas where “hot work” is being performed, maintaining vigilance of potential fires.
  • Being familiar with facilities and procedures for sounding an alarm in the event of a fire and having a means of notifying emergency services.
  • Inspecting the entire work area to look for potential release of flammable vapors or liquids before, during, and at the end of each shift.
  • Being prepared to operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, fixed monitors, and hose carts anytime.
  • Remains calm and poised in all emergency situations and gains rapid control over the problem at hand.
  • Administers first aid to injured parties at their appropriate level of training.
  • Quickly analyzes situations where life safety is threatened and applies the correct treatment.
  • Safely operates Company vehicles, and equipment as directed.
  • Performs routine non-firefighting work tasks, such as working on Company records, timecards and other related paperwork.
  • Functions satisfactorily as a team member of a fire company at any emergency or non-emergency scene, and willingly accepts their share of the work required.
  • Projects a positive attitude and image to the client as a fire service professional to meet the client’s needs.
  • Works effectively in following policies and procedures.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Certifications

  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Must possess a state issued, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (ProBoard) certifications as a minimum :
  • Firefighter I
  • Hazardous Materials-Operations.
  • Must possess a state issued or National Registered EMT-B.
  • Must possess a current CPR / AED certification.
  • Completion of NIMS ICS-100, 200, 700, and 800 at time of hire.

    • Experience :

  • Must be able to work any shift assigned, including holidays and weekends to include scheduled and unscheduled overtime and as needed on an emergency basis.

    • Education :

  • Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED certificate.

    • Licensing :

  • Valid driver license with acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy. DUI within last 5 years is disqualifying.

    • Our Benefits

    MEDICAL - GMR offers four different plan options, allowing you to select the right option for you and your family. Our plans cover the full cost of preventive services and include in-network prescription drug coverage. Our high-deductible plans allow you to open and contribute to a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). We also offer Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), allowing you to set aside tax-free dollars for certain expenses.

    RETIREMENT - We offer a 401(k) retirement plan to eligible employees and a company match of 50% of your contributions, up to 8% of your compensation continued. For certain employees who face 401(k) contribution limitations due to higher income levels, we also offer a deferred compensation plan and match. We also offer financial counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and retirement plan vendor.

    VISION - Our two vision plan options cover exams, lenses and frames, and contacts in lieu of eyewear.

    TELEMEDICINE - GMR provides a telemedicine benefit through Teladoc for our employees and their dependents. Teladoc offers convenient phone and video care for many medical conditions for a low, fixed copay.

    DENTAL - We offer two dental plans, including a plan that covers orthodontics.

    SURVIVOR BENEFITS - GMR provides company paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance. In addition, we offer an option to buy additional coverage for you, your spouse and your children at affordable rates.

    INCOME PROTECTION - We offer company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance to protect a portion of your income in case of disability or extended illness.

    VOLUNTARY BENEFIT OPTIONS - We offer a variety of other optional benefits including financial wellness services, legal coverage, identity theft protection and more.

    The benefits listed apply to most core non-union positions. Union position benefits are dictated by their specific Collective Bargaining Agreement.