Firefighter

The Garner Fire Department is seeking a Fire Fighter to join their elite team of dedicated professionals committed to protecting lives, property, and the community. The selected candidate will serve on a rotating 48-hour shift schedule (A, B, C). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to fire suppression, hydrant maintenance, pre-fire planning and surveys, equipment inspection and maintenance, fire prevention education, upkeep of station facilities and grounds, as well as administrative tasks as assigned by the Fire Chief or Company Officer.

Examples of Duties:

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service with a fire company; operates auxiliary equipment; lays and connects hose; holds nozzles; direct water streams; raise and climb ladders; uses extinguishers, pike poles, axes, saws, and other equipment; and ventilates burning buildings using appropriate methods and tools.
• Administer medical care, assists in rescue work.
• Perform salvage and overhaul operations.
• Participate in training and drills in all aspects of fire protection.
• Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire department property; clean, washes, and paints walls, ceilings, and floors; makes minor repairs to property and equipment; wash and dries hose; wash, cleans, polishes, and tests apparatus.
• Relays instructions, orders, and information; give location of alarms received from dispatcher.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age by the date of hire
• Have a valid Driver’s License, with a clean driving record 
• Have a Firefighter Level II Certification (IFSAC, ProBoard, DOD)
• Have an NC EMT or NREMT Certification
• Hazardous Materials Operations Certification (IFSAC, ProBoard, DOD)

Preferred Qualifications (or must be obtained within 12 months of employment):

• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 Certifications
• TR and TR Vehicle Certifications or ability to obtain after employment (IFSAC, ProBoard, DOD)
• Reciprocity will be taken only when guaranteed through NC OSFM prior to testing

Additional Information:

This Position qualifies for a $3,000 hiring bonus, paid increments throughout the first year of employment.

To ensure consideration, please submit your employment application by February 16, 2026. 

The evaluation and selection process will include a medical and physical examination with drug screening as required in N.F.P.A. 1001 Firefighter Professional Qualifications 1981: or a comparable medical and physical examination designated by the Corporation.

Applicants who are not selected for this position are not prohibited from applying for employment opportunities in the future.  

Equal Opportunity Employer