<p>JOB SUMMARY</p> <p>This position responds to fire and medical emergency calls for protection of life and property and to control and extinguish fires, perform search and rescue operations, and provide emergency medical care.</p> <p>MAJOR DUTIES</p> <ul> <li>Responds to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, natural disasters, explosions, bomb threats, and other emergency situations. </li><li>Maintains a state of readiness for emergency response; checks and maintains equipment and vehicles. </li><li>Suppresses, controls, and extinguishes fires; performs search and rescue operations; climbs ladders; establishes opening in buildings; performs salvage operations. </li><li>Locates water supplies to fight fires; lays out, connects, and maneuvers hoses; operates pumps. </li><li>Administers first aid or other medical care. </li><li>Drives, operates, and monitors a variety of fire vehicles and apparatus; determines best route to each location. </li><li>Inspects building for pre-incident plans, fire hazards, and compliance with fire ordinances. </li><li>Aids other public service agencies as appropriate. </li><li>Monitors inventory level of departmental supplies. </li><li>Performs general maintenance tasks on vehicle and equipment. </li><li>Provides information and education to the public regarding fire safety, fire prevention, and firefighting; conducts training in CPR; participates in parades and civic events. </li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of fire prevention and suppression standards, practices, strategies, and tactics. </li><li>Knowledge of fire protection practices. </li><li>Knowledge of emergency and disaster management principles and practices. </li><li>Knowledge of standard fire prevention codes, National Fire Protection Association standards, federal, state, and local laws, and department standards, rules, and regulations. </li><li>Knowledge of emergency medical principles and applications. </li><li>Knowledge of hazardous materials. </li><li>Skill in planning, analysis, decision making, and problem solving. </li><li>Skill in the operation and use of fire equipment and apparatus. </li><li>Skill in the use of communications and audiovisual equipment. </li><li>Skill in master planning, pre-fire planning, and hazard identification. </li><li>Skill in public and interpersonal relations. </li><li>Skill in oral and written communication. </li></ul> <p>SCOPE AND EFFECT</p> <p>The purpose of this position is to provide professional and rapid response to emergency incidents. Successful performance contributes to the protection of life and property.</p> <p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS</p> <p>The work is typically performed while intermittently, sitting, standing, climbing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color.</p> <p>WORK ENVIRONMENT</p> <p>The work is typically performed in fire department, except while at emergency or fire scenes. At a fire scene, the employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, inclement weather, extreme temperatures, and hazardous situations. The work requires the use of protective clothing and devices.</p> <p>PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT</p> <p>Medical calls: gloves, goggles, pocket mask; Structural fires: full turnout gear as assigned, self-contained breathing apparatus; Haz Mat Technicians: encapsulated suits.</p> <p>SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: This position reports directly to their assigned Division Chief.</p> <p>SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>High School diploma or GED. </li><li>No experience requirements. </li><li>Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Tennessee for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. </li><li>Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the State of Tennessee </li></ul> <p>FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: FTR</p> <p>HOW TO APPLY</p> <p>Review the job description and recruitment flyer.</p> <p>Submit the required application materials (see below) to Fire Station #2 at 225 Freehill Road.</p> <p>Completed materials can be submitted by mail, hand, or email at firerecruitmentapp@hvilletn.org. Faxed or incomplete Job Applications will NOT be accepted.</p> <p>City of Hendersonville Fire Department</p> <p>Attn: Firefighter Recruitment</p> <p>225 Freehill Road</p> <p>Hendersonville, TN 37075</p> <p>PAY INFORMATION</p> <p>Base Annual Salary Range: $51,940 - $77,106</p> <p>Entry level BASE pay for an Uncertified Firefighter will be $51,940 annually. Pay is adjusted to $54,569 once Uncertified Firefighters become certified. We offer various supplemental pays in addition to base pay including Associates (added 2.5% to base) and Bachelors (added 5% to base) Degrees.</p> <p>BENEFITS</p> <p>Employee Benefits Website</p> <p>In addition to a competitive salary and various supplemental pay options, the City of Hendersonville offers an extraordinary employee benefit package that includes the following:</p> <ul> <li>Time Off: Vacation and Sick Leave (one day per month each) </li><li>City Sick Bank option for those who qualify </li><li>13 paid annual holidays including flexible Birthday; holiday pay if holiday is worked </li><li>Retirement is fully paid by the City through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS) </li><li>Legacy Plan </li><li>Vested in pension after 5 years of full-time service </li><li>Voluntary option to participate in Empower 457(b), Roth 457, 401k, ROTH 401k Plans (100% employee paid) </li><li>Employee Dental Insurance thru SunLife at no cost to the employee </li><li>Employee Vision Insurance thru SunLife (VSP) at no cost to the employee </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employee and family members </li><li>Long-Term and Short-Term Disability </li><li>$50,000 Base Life Insurance with multipliers for Accidental Death and In Line of Duty Rider </li><li>Tuition reimbursement (subject to budget approval) </li><li>Longevity Bonus paid annually ($100 each year after 2 years of employment x years of service - max of 20 yrs) </li><li>Voluntary Employee/Spouse Wellness Program to earn time off and credits on insurance premiums </li><li>Non-Smoker/Non-Tobacco User monthly discounts </li><li>Overtime and Compensatory Time if earned </li><li>State supplemented in-service pay currently $800 each year in addition to regular salary for those that qualify </li><li>Paychecks are delivered through Direct Deposit </li><li>20 paid Military days annually for those who qualify </li><li>FMLA, Bereavement, Maternity, Voting, Medical, and other various leave options </li><li>Workers Compensation is fully paid for all employees </li><li>Safety Incentive Program to earn time off </li><li>Medical Insurance: You will have a choice of 3 medical plans that we offer through Blue Cross Blue Shield and may choose between Employee Only, Employee + One Dependent, or Family coverage. </li></ul> <p>Life Insurance: In addition to the City-paid Base Life insurance, employees have various employee-paid Supplemental Life Insurance options to choose from including Employee, Spouse, Child, and Dependent Life.</p> <p>Guaranteed Issue Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance: Supplemental Life can be purchased by new employees up to $150,000 without proof of good health and increased up to $500,000 at future enrollments with Evidence of Insurability. Supplemental Life may be purchased for Spouses up to $20,000 without proof of good health. Up to $250,000 may be purchased for Spouse Life with approved Evidence of Insurability.</p> <p>Uniforms/Equipment: Our City supplies and funds all necessary and required uniforms and equipment.</p> <p>State Income Tax: The State of Tennessee has no income tax on wages earned.</p> <p>TESTING PROCESS and INFORMATION</p> <p>Please read this Information packet for details regarding qualifications, eligibility, written exam, physical agility process and important test dates.</p> <p>Optional Study Guide and Practice Test</p> <p>There is a Study Guide available for $20.00.</p> <p>Here is a link to the study guide: https://www.publicsafetycompass.com/product/entry-level-firefighter-online-study-guide</p> <p>APPLICATION MATERIALS in the Application Packet</p> <ul> <li>Recruitment Checklist </li><li>Job Application </li><li>Certification of Education </li></ul> <p>Click here for the Application Packet</p> <p>Please note: The application deadline is April 17, 2025, at 4:00 pm CST. The application deadline may be extended based on volume. The website will be updated if the application deadline is extended.</p> <p>FOR INFORMATION ONLY</p> <p>View the additional Firefighter Physical Agility Test Information and information packet for testing dates and other important information.</p> <p>Hendersonville Fire Department website</p> <p>Have more questions??</p> <ul> <li>Call 615-822-1119 extension 3002 </li></ul>