About Us

The Goose Creek Rural Fire Department is a combination paid/volunteer fire department in Berkeley County, South Carolina. Our primary coverage area is the unincorporated areas of Goose Creek. We provide full-time coverage with both part-time and volunteer staff. We protect a district of over 600 residential homes, 5 shopping centers, 3 schools, 13 apartment complexes, 11 industrial facilities, and a population of over 20,000. We provide free training to members ranging from entry level to advanced for all positions in the department. Once basic training is completed, all members are required to work a specific number of shifts in the station.

Job Position Description

The position of Part-Time Firefighter is an entry level position. All personnel will be required to complete six (6) months of probation regardless of their level of training. The Part-Time Firefighter is responsible for responding to emergency calls relating to fires, hazardous materials, rescues, emergency medical incidents, and perform station duties as assigned by the supervisor. In addition to emergency related incidents, the Part-Time Firefighter is responsible for promoting Fire Prevention and general safety to the residents of the district.

Responsibilities include:

Fire Suppression
Emergency Medical Response
Fire Prevention and Public Education
Maintaining training requirements and participate in all station training
Perform station upkeep and maintenance, to including the building and grounds
Complete a minimum of 6 12-hour duty shifts each month

Qualifications

NFPA Firefighter II
Emergency Medical Responder (or Higher) and CPR
Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
South Carolina Class E Driver's License
Pump Operations 1

Benefits

Free Training

Compensation: $10.00/hour with increase to $11.00/hour or more depending on qualifications.

Are you willing to do what it takes to become a firefighter in today's fast paced environment?

Do you have a calling to serve your community and neighbors?

Are you looking to be challenged and rewarded on a whole new level?

The diverse community that makes up the Goose Creek Rural Fire Department has members from all walks of life, each member with their own story and skillset. When we all come together it forms a stronger department to better serve the 17,000 plus residents and businesses that reside in our district.