Firefighter

Job Description
GardaWorld is currently hiring experienced Firefighters in Liberty, NC. GardaWorld's fire protection services leverage vital expertise for the development of commercial and industrial fire safety programs. In addition, our teams of experienced firefighters provide fire protection support for municipalities and industrial clients.
Location: Liberty, NC 272898
Pay Rate: $21.75 / hour
Job Type: Full-time
Shift and Schedule:

• Rotating Shifts 12hr. Shift
• Holidays, as needed

Job Duties:

• Providing excellent customer service to our clients, staff, and visitors.
• Provide rapid response to critical incidents calmly and efficiently.
• Observe, survey, and provide written and verbal activity reports to the assigned site.
• Enforce client procedures, regulations, and standards.
• Perform firefighting duties, including advancing hose lines, fire apparatus pump operations, safely operating power tools, climbing ladders up to 100ft, and wearing firefighter protective gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• Provide basic first aid, CPR, and AED operation as needed.
• Assists in the inspection and maintenance of fire apparatus and equipment.
• Assists with maintaining a clean and hazard-free work environment.
• Operates radio-telephone equipment and communicates information to Fire Chief.
• Perform all duties while being exposed to the elements.
• Performs other firefighting and related emergency tasks consistent with standards for the position.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
• Ability to pass an extensive employment prescreening, including a background check, drug screen, medical physical exam (NFPA 1582), and driving history check.
• Ability to provide documentation of all certification transcripts and/or education

Education and Experience:

• A High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Previous or current volunteer or career firefighting experience

Certifications and Licenses:

• A valid state issued class "B" driver's license
• Firefighter I and II certification from the North Carolina Office of State Fire Mashall (NC OSFM), International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), Pro Board, or National Registry
• Hazmat Technician highly desired
• EMT and/or EMR

Skills and Characteristics:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to understand and carry out complex verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to adapt quickly and calmly in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to problem-solve quickly.
• High attention to detail
• Emotional intelligence and awareness
• Creative thinking skills
• Ability to be assertive in emergency situations
• Ability to work in high heat and humidity conditions.

About GardaWorld
GardaWorld is the world's largest privately-owned security services company. We protect our clients' staff and assets wherever they are in the world. We offer different schedules, diverse work assignments spanning multiple industries, and career advancement opportunities. We encourage diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. GardaWorld is seeking experienced Firefighters to provide on-site service at an industrial manufacturing facility located in Liberty, NC.
License Number: 1978-GP