Part Time Firefighter

Walker County Fire Rescue (WCFR) is currently accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Firefighter. The pay for this position is $25.00 to $27.00 per hour based on qualifications. Applications will be received until positions are filled.



Job Summary:

This is an entry level, manual and technical position in fire suppression, prevention, rescue, communications, and emergency medical services involving duties and responsibilities of an emergency and hazardous nature on a rotating shift basis, which may require the highest level of sustained exertion and agility. Work involves exposure to extreme heat, cold, dirt, low visibility and confined spaces, extreme heights, swift and standing water, disease, death in many forms and other unpleasant conditions.



Minimum Qualifications:

Applicant must be 18 years of age at the date of the application

Possess high school diploma or G.E.D.

Applicant must be either a U.S. citizen or resident alien

Must have two years of experience required 

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, Georgia Class F or equivalent is

Hold Georgia Certified Firefighter/NPQ Firefighter I and II required 

Successful candidates must pass a physical agility, oral and/or written testing, medical examination, drug screen, and extensive background check

Georgia Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (Basic), Intermediate, Advanced, or Paramedic



Preferred Qualifications:

U.S. Armed Forces Veteran

College degree from an accredited college or university

Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Qualifications

Technical Rescue