RCFR to Hire 30 Individuals to Assist with Filling Positions for County’s New Public Health/Safety Buildings

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Rutherford County Fire Rescue (RCFR) seeks to hire 30 individuals to assist with filling positions for the County’s new Public Health/Safety buildings to be opened over the next year.

The department has options for uncertified recruits as well as certified firefighters looking to make a lateral move.

“We want passionate, high-energy employees that will represent the traditions and values of the American fire service,” said RCFR Chief Larry Farley. “Our department is not just a team; it’s a family.”

Farley notes that the department offers the following:

• Proactive leadership that supports smart, aggressive firefighting, along with providing proper equipment to do so.
• Safety through job competency, not risk aversion.
• A welcoming, family atmosphere including regular off-shift outings and trips
• Consistent, realistic training including special operations scenarios and live fire evolutions
• All hazards response work including dive rescue, hazardous materials, confined space, cave rescue and more!
• Flexible work schedule; 48 hours on and 96 hours off
• Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System

Additional information:

STARTING PAY:
Uncertified / Recruit: $41,959.00
Lateral: $47,657.00
*** Lateral hires must show proof of Tennessee Commission on Fire Fighting or Pro Board Firefighter II, Emergency Medical Responder, & minimum 2 years paid experience

To apply:

• https://rutherfordcountytn.mysmarthire.com/jobs/6709.html – Firefighter I – Recruit
• https://rutherfordcountytn.mysmarthire.com/jobs/6825.html – Firefighter II

For more information, visit our website at firerescue.rutherfordcountytn.gov or call the office at 615-867-4626.