Part Time Fire Engineer
New Yesterday
Location : Graham, NC
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00193
Department: Fire Department
Division: General
Opening Date: 06/26/2025
Closing Date: 8/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Summary and General Statement of Duties
Are you ready to make a real impact, face challenges head-on, and serve your community with courage, skill, and integrity? The City of Graham Fire Department is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our firefighting team - where every shift brings the chance to save lives, protect property, and be a part of something greater than yourself.
General Statement of Duties
Performs responsible fire suppression activities including operating fire apparatus and participating in firefighting.
Distinguishing Features of the Class and Illustrative Examples of Work
Distinguishing Features of the Class
An employee in this class participates in the 24-hour operation of fire suppression at the city's fire department. This employee operates fire equipment and apparatus, performs firefighting, maintains equipment and apparatus, and participates in various public relations activities. This employee is responsible for participating in required suppression training and inspections in accordance with State requirements. Work requires that the employee maintain a current knowledge of state-of-the-art fire suppression techniques and equipment. The ability to make effective decisions under pressure is required in all aspects of work, particularly during fire response. This employee must follow established policies and procedures while also exercising considerable independence and judgement. Work is performed under the general supervision of a lieutenant or fire captain and is evaluated for quality and effectiveness of suppression activities and adherence to training requirements. Positions in this classification are not exempt from the overtime pay requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Illustrative Examples of Work
Responds to major alarms and participates in firefighting operations including operation of fire apparatus and other equipment.
Drives vehicle to fire scene, connects hoses to hydrants, uses hoses to apply water or chemicals to fire.
Connects pump to water source and hoses to pump, maintains correct pressure for the nozzles based upon the sizes and lengths of hoses, fire conditions, and activities of the fire scene.
Monitors radio transmissions and relays messages as needed.
Ensures that all equipment is available for use by fire personnel.
Inspects station and equipment for proper appearance and operation.
Maintains and cleans fire apparatus, equipment, station building, and related facilities.
Develops relationships with the community, provides general information regarding fire safety, conducts station tours, and conducts fire extinguisher classes for businesses.
Participates in community improvement projects as directed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of the operation of firefighting equipment.
Considerable knowledge of modern firefighting principles, practices, and procedures.
Considerable knowledge of the geography, streets, and layout of the city and location of hydrants.
Skill in the use of firefighting equipment.
Ability to exercise sound judgement in routine and emergency situations.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with citizens of the community, firefighting volunteers, and coworkers.
Ability to comply with physical fitness and training requirements and standards.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Work in this position is heavy work (exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Physical activities include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. This employee must have the visual acuity to make visual inspections and operate the equipment of the position. The employee is exposed to the usual hazards of public safety and emergency response work including having contact with potentially infectious bodily fluids. The employee is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions that may include extreme heat and cold, noise, vibration, exposure to high heat and chemicals, atmospheric conditions, oils, close quarters, and narrow passageways. This employee is required to wear a respirator.
Position Qualifications
Position Qualifications
Two years of experience as a certified firefighter with experience driving and operating fire apparatus.
Certification Requirements
NC Firefighter Level II
NC Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
NC Haz-Mat Responder
NIMA 100, 200, 700, and 800
NC Class B (Non-CDL) Driver's License (within 6 months from hire date)
NC Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD)
NC Driver-Operator Pumps (within 12 months from hire date)
NC Driver-Operator Aerials (within 12 months from hire date)
01
Do you have a high school Diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a NC Firefighters II certification?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a NC Emergency Medical Technician certification?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a NC HazMat Responder certification?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have NIMS 100, 200, 700 & 800 certifications?
06
Do you have a NC Class B Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have a NC Emergency Vehicle Driver certification?
- Yes
- No
08
Do you have a NC Driver-Operator Pumps certification?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you have a NC Driver-Operator Aerials certification?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
- Location:
- Graham
- Job Type:
- PartTime