Firefighter

CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC
Awendaw, South Carolina United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 04, 2025
  • Salary: $45,495.00 - $49,953.00 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Fire and EMS
  • Job Description

    Description

    Awendaw District Fire Department is seeking qualified firefighters for 48/96 shift work.

    HIRING SALARY RANGE: $45,495 to $49,953 (Estimated Annual Salary)

    Employment offers are contingent upon a criminal background check, drug screening, and a medical physical.

    The Awendaw District Fire Department and Charleston County offers an exceptional benefits package.

    OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

    Minimum Qualifications

    All prospective candidates must possess the following minimum requirements:

    • 18 years of age
    • High school graduate or equivalent
    • Valid S.C. driver’s license (Class E or CDL) with a good driving record (10 year driving record required with application)
    • Current IFSAC or Pro-Board Firefighter II certification
    • Current SCFA Emergency Vehicle Drivers Training (EVDT) certification
    • Current SCFA Haz-Mat Operations Certification, or higher
    • Current Medical Emergency Responder/Professional CPR Certification or higher
    • NIMS / ICS 100, ICS 200, and NIMS 700
    • Perform strenuous exertion, potentially for prolonged periods of time
    • Lift and drag at least 140 pounds and lift 50 pounds on a regular basis


    Additional Preferred Certificates:
    • NREMT-Basic or higher


    Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
    • Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
    • Optional Life and Disability Insurance
    • Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
    • Annual and Sick Leave
    • Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
    • South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
    • Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
    • Optional Deferred Compensation Program
    • Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
    • Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
    • Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Employee Well-being Program
    For more information, visit our benefits page.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Charleston County Government
    • Charleston County Government

    Charleston County Government has over 2500 employees working in more than 40 different departments across the County.  Employees embody excellent customer service, trust, and commitment to the community.   Our diverse team works hard to provide effective government services to the citizens.    Excellent benefits and rewarding work make Charleston County a premier employer of choice.    We look forward to you joining us.  

    Located in the beautiful and historical Lowcountry of South Carolina.   Charleston County's rich blend of culture, economic activity, environmental beauty, and historic tapestry makes it one of the most distinguished counties in the nation.   A recognized leader, Charleston County is a proud community that strives to protect both its historic treasures and its environment, while still keeping an eye toward future development.   

     

     

     

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