What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter Recruit (Full-Time) position at City Of Statesville?
Job Overview
Firefighter Recruit
Statesville Fire Department
Starting Salary: $46,280 Annually ($22.25 hourly)
FLSA Position Class: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Starting on 8-hour days (Day shift) and then transition to 24 hours on /48 hours off Shift
Posting Closing Date: September 30, 2026
Tentative Recruitment Testing Schedule
Week of October 19th: Written testing and Physical Abilities Course walkthrough
November 14th & 21st: Physical Abilities Course Test
Week of December 7: Interviews
This position is responsible for protective service work in fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous materials, emergency medical, and other emergency services.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Education and/or Experience
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, balancing, pushing/pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; the motions in this position are related to conducting inspections and investigations on fire scenes where heavy fire debris may need to be moved. Vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for inspecting apparatus and equipment for small defects, using measuring devices, operation of machines, motor vehicles, or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
Working Conditions
The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, including dangerous and extreme temperatures for a prolonged amount of time; these conditions may partially or totally obscure one's vision. Subject to noise, vibration, fumes, odors, gases, oils, smoke, and hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, work in high places or narrow passageways, and chemicals. Subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system and skin and is required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing device. Works in close quarters and areas which could cause claustrophobia. May be exposed to blood, blood-borne pathogens, and/or other infectious materials when providing emergency medical services.Work is performed under emergency conditions and may involve personal hazard.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits At A Glance
Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees’ benefits differ from full-time employees’ benefits and are listed below.
Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here: City of Statesville Benefits
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Health & Welfare Benefits
Are you at least 18 years of age?
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Firefighter Recruit
Statesville Fire Department
Starting Salary: $46,280 Annually ($22.25 hourly)
FLSA Position Class: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Starting on 8-hour days (Day shift) and then transition to 24 hours on /48 hours off Shift
Posting Closing Date: September 30, 2026
Tentative Recruitment Testing Schedule
Week of October 19th: Written testing and Physical Abilities Course walkthrough
November 14th & 21st: Physical Abilities Course Test
Week of December 7: Interviews
- Please note: For your application to be considered, we require you to submit a resume. You may also attach any other relevant documents, transcripts, and/or certifications you may have.
This position is responsible for protective service work in fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous materials, emergency medical, and other emergency services.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Trains to respond to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, specialized rescue, or other emergency situations.
- Trains to maintain a state of readiness and preparation for emergency response; checks and maintains stock of equipment and supplies on fire/emergency vehicles and in fire stations; tests hoses/pumps on apparatus; reloads equipment and apparatus following response to emergency calls.
- Trains to suppress, control, and extinguish fires; locates water supplies to fight fires; lays out, connects, and maneuvers fire hoses; selects appropriate hose nozzles; operates nozzles and directs streams of water or chemicals onto fire; and disconnects and rolls used hoses.
- Within the training environment, positions, raises, and climbs ladders of various heights to access upper levels of buildings and perform rescue operations; creates openings in buildings for entrance, ventilation, or salvage; ventilates smoke and gas from buildings; enters premises for firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations; performs salvage operations such as covering furniture, sweeping/mopping water, and clearing/removing debris; assists with cleanup activities.
- Trains to provide necessary medical care in accordance with established protocols for basic life support; administers emergency medical care requiring use of suction units, immobilization equipment, and oxygen delivery systems; performs physical lifting techniques associated with moving patients between incident sites, stretchers, or ambulances.
- Within the training environment, identifies hazardous materials and types of containers or carriers at spill scenes; uses various booms and barriers to contain spills and mitigate runoff; performs fire suppression activities as necessary; and assists with the direction of evacuation operations as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience
- High School diploma or GED.
- Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license, or any valid driver’s license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.
- Must pass the EMT/EMR course on their first attempt.
- Immediately after completing the EMT/EMR course, the employee has three (3) attempts to pass the state exam within 60 days of course completion.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of firefighting, fire prevention, rescue/extrication operations, and hazardous material response methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and tools used in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical care, and has the ability to operate and care for such equipment.
- Knowledge of the hazards involved in emergency response operations.
- Ability to work under stress and use good judgment in emergency situations.
- Ability to prepare and safely operate department vehicles, apparatus, and other emergency equipment.
- Ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments, or directions from superiors.
- Ability to read a variety of informational and technical documentation and instructions.
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, volunteers, other emergency agencies, and the public.
This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, balancing, pushing/pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; the motions in this position are related to conducting inspections and investigations on fire scenes where heavy fire debris may need to be moved. Vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for inspecting apparatus and equipment for small defects, using measuring devices, operation of machines, motor vehicles, or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
Working Conditions
The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, including dangerous and extreme temperatures for a prolonged amount of time; these conditions may partially or totally obscure one's vision. Subject to noise, vibration, fumes, odors, gases, oils, smoke, and hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, work in high places or narrow passageways, and chemicals. Subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system and skin and is required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing device. Works in close quarters and areas which could cause claustrophobia. May be exposed to blood, blood-borne pathogens, and/or other infectious materials when providing emergency medical services.Work is performed under emergency conditions and may involve personal hazard.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits At A Glance
Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees’ benefits differ from full-time employees’ benefits and are listed below.
Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here: City of Statesville Benefits
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Health & Welfare Benefits
- Health Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug Program
- Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
- Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Secondary Language Incentive Pay
- Bereavement Leave
- Pension Plan – NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
- NC 401(k) Empower
- NC Roth 401(k) Empower
- NC 401(k) Match Empower
- 457(b) Nationwide
- Roth 457(b) Nationwide
- Fireman’s Pension Fund
- Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
- Military Differential Pay
- Health Fair
- Biometric Screening
- Flu Shots
- Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
- Wellness Activity Calendar
- See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts
- Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
- Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program
- Christmas Bonus (Based yearly on City Council approval)
- Employee Appreciation Picnic
- Veterans Breakfast
- Service Award Program
- Career Development (eligible departments)
- Alternative Work Arrangements available based on departmental needs
- Cellphone Discounts
- City Cell Phone (eligible positions)
- Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity
- Critical Illness
- Group Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance
- Boot Vouchers – yearly
- Safety Glasses – every (2) years
- Hearing Tests – yearly
- Uniforms (eligible departments)
- Law Enforcement Officers’ Separation Allowance
- Degree Incentive
- Certification Incentive
- Specialized Unit Incentive
- Shift Differential Pay
- 401(k) 5% Contribution
- Uniform Stipend (based on position)
- Health Fair
- Flu Shots
- Employee Appreciation Picnic
- Veteran’s Breakfast
- Service Awards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program – Working Advantage Benefits
- Biometric Screening
- 457(b) Nationwide
- Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
- Wellness Activity Calendar
- See HR for Fitness Center Discounts
Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question