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Our department is fortunate to have a great team of full-time, part-time and volunteers. We occasionally have paid openings, and maintain a hiring list.
If you want to join us in serving our community, please review any openings and complete the application below.
Job Postings
We are currently hiring for Fire Captain, Fire Driver/Engineer and Firefighter. Please see each job posting below.
Position: Full Time Fire Captain
Whether under direction of the Fire Chief, other superior officer or acting of his/her own volition, the Fire Captain performs responsible management, technical and administrative work in commanding and coordinating fire emergency operations, helps with the training of firefighters, helps with fire prevention, helps with general facility/equipment maintenance, helps with public education and other related programs and services.
Respond promptly to fire, medical, and other emergency calls, assessing the situation, and taking appropriate action to mitigate risks and save lives.
Perform firefighting operations, including hose handling, ventilation, search and rescue, and the operation of fire apparatus and equipment.
Administer first aid, CPR, and basic life support to individuals in medical emergencies, providing initial care until advanced life support arrives.
Participate in ongoing training to maintain and enhance firefighting and emergency response abilities.
Maintain and inspect apparatus, equipment, tools, station and property to ensure they are in proper working condition, reporting any issues for repair or replacement.
The requirements for the Captain position are as follows:
- North Carolina Class B License
- NC Firefighter Certification
- NC EMT Certification
- NC Technical Rescuer
- NC Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification
- NC Driver/Operator Pumps Certification
- NC Fire Officer 1
- NC Fire Instructor 1
- NIMS 700, 800, 100, 200, 300 Certifications
Preferred Requirements:
- Five years of experience with a paid organization
- At least two years in a supervisory role
- NC Instructor II
- NC Fire Officer II
Salary: $52,846.00
All positions receive holiday pay for 10 holidays, and time and a half for hours worked over 40/week.
Annual contribution to NC State Firefighters’ Association Pension
Full Time Benefits:
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Annual contribution to NC State Firefighters’ Association Pension
- 401K
- Supplemental Accidental death and dismemberment policy
- Supplemental Critical Illness Policy (Cancer, Heart Attack, Stroke, and Major Organ Failure)
Shifts: 3/4 Rotating Schedule “on-off-on-off-on-off-off-off-off”
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a medical evaluation, drug test and criminal background check.
Position: Part Time Driver/Engineer
- Part-time drivers are responsible for working a day-time, night-time, or 24-hour shift. As a part-time driver, you will play a crucial role in sustaining the department by ensuring the safety and well-being of the New Hope and surrounding community by responding to emergency calls, performing firefighting and rescue operations, and providing medical assistance and public service.
- Respond promptly to fire, medical, and other emergency calls, assessing the situation, and taking appropriate action to mitigate risks and save lives.
- Perform firefighting operations, including hose handling, ventilation, search and rescue, and the operation of fire apparatus and equipment.
- Administer first aid, CPR, and basic life support to individuals in medical emergencies, providing initial care until advanced life support arrives.
- Participate in ongoing training to maintain and enhance firefighting and emergency response abilities.
- Maintain and inspect apparatus, equipment, tools, station and property to ensure they are in proper working condition, reporting any issues for repair or replacement.
- Drivers are also responsible for performing the duties of an officer in their absence.
The requirements for part-time drivers/engineers are as follows:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- NC Firefighter Certification or equivalent (NFPA Firefighter I&II, IFSAC, or Pro Board accredited)
- Minimum of NC EMT Certification
- NC Technical Rescuer
- NC Driver Operator Intro to Pumps and Basic Pumps
- NIMS 700, 800, 100, & 200 Certifications
Preferred Requirements:
- NC Technical Rescuer
- NC TR Vehicle Rescue
Salary: $14 an hour
All positions receive holiday pay for 10 holidays, and time and a half for hours worked over 40/week.
Annual contribution to NC State Firefighters’ Association Pension
Day Shift: 8 am to 6 pm
Night Shift: 6 pm to 8 am
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a medical evaluation, drug test and criminal background check.
Position: Part Time Firefighter
- Part-time firefighters are responsible for working a day-time, night-time, or 24-hour shift. As a part-time firefighter, you will play a crucial role in sustaining the department by ensuring the safety and well-being of the New Hope and surrounding community by responding to emergency calls, performing firefighting and rescue operations, and providing medical assistance and public service.
- Respond promptly to fire, medical, and other emergency calls, assessing the situation, and taking appropriate action to mitigate risks and save lives.
- Perform firefighting operations, including hose handling, ventilation, search and rescue, and the operation of fire apparatus and equipment.
- Administer first aid, CPR, and basic life support to individuals in medical emergencies, providing initial care until advanced life support arrives.
- Participate in ongoing training to maintain and enhance firefighting and emergency response abilities.
- Maintain and inspect apparatus, equipment, tools, station and property to ensure they are in proper working condition, reporting any issues for repair or replacement.
The requirements for part-time firefighter are as follows:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- NC Firefighter Certification or equivalent (NFPA Firefighter I&II, IFSAC, or Pro Board accredited)
- Minimum of NC EMT Certification
- NIMS 700, 800, 100, & 200 Certifications
Preferred Requirements:
- NC Technical Rescuer
- NC TR Vehicle Rescue
Salary: $12 an hour
All positions receive holiday pay for 10 holidays, and time and a half for hours worked over 40/week.
Annual contribution to NC State Firefighters’ Association Pension
Day Shift: 8 am to 6 pm
Night Shift: 6 pm to 8 am
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a medical evaluation, drug test and criminal background check.
Please have the following information on-hand, if applicable, to complete and submit the application:
- Resume
- NC Office of State Fire Marshal (NCOSFM) transcripts: Detailed Training Transcript, Summary Transcript, and Classes Remaining Transcript
- You can find and print off the OSFM website.
- Copies of your ICS (NIMS) Certifications: 100,200,700,800, and others if you have them
- Copies of all your Fire or Emergency Service Related Certifications (all certifications)
- Copy of your EMT certification
- Copy of your NC driver’s license
How to Apply
Please complete and submit the application using the link in the button. Please ensure you review the Job Posting and verify that you are qualified for the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New Hope Fire Department, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military status, or protected veteran status. Our Fire Department complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where our fire department operates.
