What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter (Volunteer) position at Walker County Government?
Walker County Fire Rescue (WCFR) is currently accepting applications for the position of Firefighter (Volunteer).
Job Summary:
This is an entry level, manual and technical position in fire suppression, prevention, rescue, communications, and emergency medical services involving duties and responsibilities of an emergency and hazardous nature on a voluntary basis, which may require the highest level of sustained exertion and agility. Work involves exposure to extreme heat, cold, dirt, low visibility and confined spaces, extreme heights, swift and standing water, disease, death in many forms and other unpleasant conditions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicant must be 18 years of age at the date of the application
- Possess high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Applicant must be either a U.S. citizen or resident alien
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required
- Successful candidates must pass a physical agility, oral and/or written testing, medical examination, drug screen, and extensive background check
Preferred Qualifications:
- National Professional Qualification (NPQ)
- Firefighter 1
- Hazmat Awareness
- National Registry of Emergency or Emergency Medical technicians
- EMT
- EMT-Intermediate / Advanced
- Paramedic certification
- Technical Rescue Qualifications