JOB
York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success.Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The Fire Services Department is excited to hire a full-time, Fire Prevention Technician to join their team! This position is responsible for testing and maintaining fire hydrants, fire equipment, and provide logistics to aid the York County Fire Services Department. Come join our team today and make a real impact in your community!Projected Hiring Range: $18.95 -$23.68 per hour. Salary is based on qualifications.Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm; hours may vary based on operational needs to include occasional evenings and weekends. Our Total Compensation Package: Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life InsuranceLong-term disabilityDeferred Compensation 401K PlansHealth Savings Account (HSA)Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays 3 Optional Holidays Longevity PaySC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick TimeSick BankCritical Care and Cancer InsuranceWellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings / ConferencesUniforms and all gearEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesInspects and performs fire hydrant maintenance and testing. Responds to fire, rescue, and hazardous materials emergencies. Assist in testing the functions of county self-contained breathing apparatus.Completes respiratory fit tests for firefighters in York County.Provides fire prevention methodology to the citizens of York County.Performs air quality checks on the compressors housed by the fire departments in York County.Provides equipment repair to air packs, air compressors, and other specialized equipment utilized by York County Fire Services.Attends seminars, meetings, and in-service training for the different functions related to job responsibilities.Performs weekly checks and annual service to the hazardous materials response truck and its equipment.Performs related work as assigned.:
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, dancing, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.Traffic; Moving machinery.Electrical shock; Heights.Radiation; Disease/pathogens.Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.