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Effingham County, Georgia

Firefighter I

Springfield, GA · On-site

$18.22 - $19.14/hr

Firefighter I Full-Time $18.22 per hour Firefighter Non-Certified; $19.14 per hour Firefighter Certified Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties ...

Town of Chapel Hill

FIREFIGHTER I

Chapel Hill, NC

$53K/yr

Experience Firefighter I - Completion of the Chapel Hill Fire Department Recruit academy. If laterally hired, must meet the certification requirements of the CHFD. Firefighter I requirements: Must ...

Town of Chapel Hill, NC

FIREFIGHTER I

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$53K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Firefighter I requirements : Must meet and maintain all requirements of Firefighter Recruit as well as: * NC Firefighter Certification * NC Hazardous Materials Operations * NC EMT or National ...

Vallen

Firefighter I

TX · On-site

Firefighter I, IFSAC/ProBoard or NFPA 1081 equivalent * Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) * CPR & AED * Hazardous Materials Technician * Rope Rescue Training * Confined Space Training * Must be able ...

Mariposa County

Reserve Firefighter I

Mariposa, CA

$18/hr

Description DEFINITION Reserve Firefighter I Under the supervision of Mariposa County Fire Command and Control Cal Fire Staff, a Reserve Firefighter I performs routine general maintenance and ...

City of Garden City, KS

Firefighter I or II

Garden City, KS · On-site

$48K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • PTO

Examples of Duties Firefighter I * Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fires, including rescues, entry and ventilation salvage work, Haz-Mat, and other customer service calls.

Mariposa County, CA

Reserve Firefighter I

Mariposa, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Fire Opening Date: 12/06/2024 Description DEFINITION Reserve Firefighter I Under the supervision of Mariposa County Fire Command and Control Cal Fire Staff, a Reserve Firefighter I performs routine ...

City of Goldsboro, NC

Firefighter I

Goldsboro, NC · On-site

$50K - $79K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Skill in the use of firefighting equipment. * Ability to learn EMS knowledge, skills, and abilities. * Ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations. * Ability to accept ...

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com

Firefighter I

San Diego, CA · On-site

$53K - $74K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Firefighter 1 skills. * Successful Completion of CSFM Firefighter 1. * Must have a current CPAT or Biddle. * Medical treatment up to par with San Diego protocol. * Capable in most aspects of ...

City of Hoover

Firefighter

Hoover, AL · On-site

$54K - $83K/yr

Any candidate certified as Firefighter I will not be eligible for employment with the City of Hoover until he/she has fulfilled the three-year obligation from the graduation date(unless self ...

City of Goldsboro

Firefighter I

Goldsboro, PA

$50K - $79K/yr

The employees are subject to call-back requirements and hazards associated with firefighting and emergency care including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme cold weather, and ...

Town of Kernersville, NC

Firefighter I,II

Kernersville, NC · On-site

$48K - $54K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

North Carolina Firefighter * North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician * North Carolina Hazardous Materials Level I Responder Minimum Qualifications for Promotion The purpose of this section is to ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for firefighter i in the United States is $59,606.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Firefighter I vs Firefighter II?

AspectFirefighter IFirefighter II
CertificationsBasic firefighter certification, often required for entry-level rolesAdvanced training, including specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentInitial response to fires, rescue, and emergency scenesMore complex incidents, training, and supervisory tasks
Employer UsageEntry-level firefighters in municipal and volunteer fire departmentsExperienced firefighters with additional skills and responsibilities

Firefighter I is an entry-level position requiring basic certification and involves initial emergency response duties. Firefighter II builds on this foundation with advanced training, enabling firefighters to handle more complex incidents and assume supervisory roles. The progression from Firefighter I to Firefighter II reflects increased skills, responsibilities, and qualifications within the firefighting profession.

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Firefighter I

Effingham County Board of Commissioners

Springfield, GA • On-site

$18.22 - $19.14/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Firefighter I
Full-Time
$18.22 per hour Firefighter Non-Certified; $19.14 per hour Firefighter Certified
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties employees perform in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Under general supervision: operates fire trucks, pumpers, hoses, and extinguishers during fire suppressions and/or rescue operations; tests and maintains fire detection and suppression equipment; inspects and prepares fire pre-plans for building, grounds, and facilities; maintains fire station buildings, facilities and apparatus; responds to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, traffic accidents, rescue and other emergency calls to protect life and property; participates in training, drill and independent study activities; conducts fire safety education classes; performs various staff support assignments; and performs related work as assigned.
Skills:
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of: Ability to:
Basic Principles of Fire Suppression Remain Calm in Emergency Situations
Pertinent Laws and Codes Maintain Physical Endurance and Agility
Basics of Emergency Medical Care Establish/Maintain Effective Relationships
Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent.
License: Must possess, at the time of appointment, a valid Georgia Class C Driver’s License and obtain, within the first twelve (12) months of employment, a Georgia Class F Non-Commercial Driver’s License.
Certification: Firefighter I, ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, Haz-Mat Operations certifications must be obtained within the first six (6) months of employment; and additionally, Georgia State Certified Firefighter, Georgia Medical First Responder, Structural Fire Control, Interior Search amp; Rescue I certifications must be obtained within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
Other Requirements: Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, with no felony convictions within the previous ten (10) years.
We are an equal opportunity/drug-free workplace employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants with a known disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request an accommodation in the recruitment or selection process but must request this accommodation no later than 48 hours prior to the need.
All resumes must be submitted with a completed County Application. Applications can be obtained at the Human Resources Office, 804 S Laurel Street, Springfield, GA 31329, or www.effinghamcounty.org/Jobs.aspx.

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