Firefighter

Salary : $49,488.00 - $51,488.00 Annually

Location : Sevierville, TN 37862

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202400116

Department : Fire

Opening Date : 02 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 14 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

The City of Sevierville is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or handicap in its programs or activities pursuant to Public Law 93-112 or 101-336. The City of Sevierville does not discriminate based on race, color or national origin in federal or state sponsored programs, pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d.) The City is a Drug-Free Workplace, and all applicants are subject to a background check, driving history check, and drug testing in accordance with City policy.

Description

The Sevierville Fire Department is currently hiring for a Full-time Firefighter who has completed basic training.

The essential function of the position within the organization is to provide protective services and treat injured persons. The position is responsible for responding to fires or other emergencies, extinguishing fires, rescuing and providing emergency medical services to persons, daily cleaning of facilities, daily training, general building and truck maintenance, performing salvage operations, and related follow-up. The position works under general supervision according to procedures; and decides how and when to complete tasks.

Summary of Duties

Responds to fire or other emergencies; accesses situation and rescues persons from danger.

Identifies persons requiring immediate care, provides life-saving procedures, and transfers victims for emergency care.

Fights fires, provides emergency medical care and takes actions to mitigate other situations such as natural disasters, hazardous spills, or other dangerous situations.

Performs salvage operations including sweeping water, removing debris, and placing smoke ejectors.

Makes inspections of apparatus and equipment and notifies supervisor of defects; performs cleaning and maintenance tasks in and around assigned station.

Assists with fire prevention inspections and planning for fire and other emergency operations.

Performs routine tasks, such as record keeping, supplies maintenance, faxing, phoning, and copying.

Attends continuing education or in-service instruction in firefighting methods, equipment operation, rescue procedures, hazardous materials mitigation, medical services and related subjects; attends benefits and charity events as required.

Performs physical exercise to maintain fitness standard by department regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires high school diploma or GED, and valid driver's license. One year of college or vocational school education in fire science, emergency medical services, or a closely related field is preferable.

Special skills or equipment certifications required within 6 months of hire; Tennessee Basic Firefighter I, Firefighter I Certification through Tennessee Commission on Firefighting, CPR Certification, and State of Tennessee driver's license.

• Within 4 years of hire; State of Tennessee Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, High Angle Rope Rescue Technician- Advanced, Swift Water Rescue Technician, Tennessee Fire and Codes Enforcement Academy; Smoke Divers, Vehicle Extrication, Pumper Driver Operator I & II and Rapid Intervention Team Operations. Tennessee Commission on Firefighting; Firefighter II Certification and Hazardous Materials Operations.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Physical demands refers to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Requires heavy work involving more than 100 pounds of force on a regular and reoccurring basis, more than 168 pounds in a rescue situation and exceptional dexterity and skill in operating machinery, tools, and specialized equipment.

The City of Sevierville offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees . These benefits include paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term disability, and paid holidays. Upon hiring, city employees are automatically enrolled in the TN Consolidated Retirement System. Vacation leave is earned at a rate based on length of service. Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month.

To see the specific benefits for this position, please click on "BENEFITS" at the top of the page.

If you have questions about the application process please email Human Resources at .

The City of Sevierville offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees . These benefits include paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term disability, and paid holidays. Upon hiring, city employees are automatically enrolled in the TN Consolidated Retirement System. Vacation leave is earned at a rate based on length of service. Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month.

To learn more details of our benefits package

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

What license or certifications do you currently have as it relates to this position?

Required Question

Salary : $49,488 - $51,488