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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 Firefighting Explorer is an entry level position and applies to high school students between the ages of 14 and 18 who are new to the Department. Explorers will receive training related to a career in the fire service. Explorers will be responsible for participating in all activities involving the Explorer Post.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining training requirements and participate in all station training
- Explorer Meetings are held on Tuesday Evening and Saturday Morning
- Explorers are expected to attend 50% of the scheduled training meetings
Qualifications
- Must be at least 14 years of age and have entered high school
- Must maintain a 2.0 grade point average
Benefits
- All training provided at no cost
Goose Creek Rural Fire Department
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.
Company Website: gcrvfd.com
