The City of Orangeburg is looking for qualified individuals to fill vacancies as Fire Engineers with the Orangeburg Department of Public  Safety.

Salary:       $ 29, 875.00 (new hire)

Schedule:    24/48-hour rotating shift

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older;
• Possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license;
• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Ability to meet the requirements of the SC Fire Academy;
• Must provide a recent Credit Report;
• Must pass a criminal background check and driver’s license record check;
• Must be able to successfully complete medical examination and drug screening;
• Must be able to successfully complete psychological and polygraph examinations;
• Must be able to successfully complete physical and written assessments; and
• Possess Good Moral Character.

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently certified IFSTA Firefighter II.

Job Tasks:

• Respond to fires and other emergency situations to protect and save life and property;
• Operate fire apparatus, perform fire suppression duties, and extrication;
• Prepare incident reports;
• Participate in training exercises and continuing education classes as assigned;
• Present public education and awareness programs regarding fire prevention;
• Perform various station duties and maintenance as required;
• Assist with annual certification testing of equipment; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
It is the policy of the City of Orangeburg not to discriminate against qualified individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment and promotional opportunities. THE CITY OF ORANGEBURG IS AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.