Firefighter / Paramedic, Town of Surfside Beach
Responds to fire suppression, emergency medical, rescue, hazardous materials, and other emergency incidents. Provides Advanced Life Support patient assessment, treatment, and transport preparation within established protocols. Operates firefighting apparatus, pumps, hoses, ladders, and related equipment. Conducts fire attack, ventilation, search and rescue, salvage, overhaul, and incident support activities. Performs emergency medical care including patient stabilization, medication administration, airway management, and cardiac monitoring.
Participates in pre-fire planning, fire inspections, hydrant inspections, and community risk reduction activities. Conducts public education programs and community outreach initiatives. Inspects, cleans, tests, and maintains apparatus, equipment, tools, and station facilities. Completes reports, patient care documentation, incident records, and related administrative documentation. Participates in drills, continuing education, physical fitness training, and professional development programs. Assists during natural disasters, severe weather events, and emergency management operations.
Performs related work as assigned.
High School Graduation or GED equivalent. Certified Firefighter I and Firefighter II (or ability to obtain within established timeframe). Prefers Associate degree in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, or related field. Prefers experience in municipal fire and EMS operations.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. South Carolina EMT-Paramedic certification or National Registry Paramedic certification recognized by South Carolina. Current CPR certification. ICS/NIMS certifications as required by the department. Hazardous Materials Operations certification, preferred. Technical rescue certifications, preferred.
Grade 105
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Disclaimer: The job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The duties, skills and requirements outlined in this document represents what is required to perform the essential job junctions of this position; however, this document is not to be considered all-inclusive and may be amended at any time at the discretion of the Town Administrator and with the approval of Town Council.