Accepting Applications for Full-Time Firefighter/EMT Positions

Broad River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department is now accepting applications for full-time Firefighter/EMT positions. The department is seeking motivated individuals who are committed to serving others, working as part of a team, and supporting the residents and visitors of the Broad River community.

Broad River VFD is a combination career and volunteer department serving a rural area of Buncombe County near the McDowell, Henderson, and Rutherford county lines. The department operates from three stations and responds to a wide range of calls, including emergency medical incidents, fires, motor vehicle crashes, woods fires, searches, and other emergency and public service calls.

Full-time personnel will work 48/96 shifts and assist with emergency response, daily truck and equipment inspections, general building maintenance, basic data entry, and other assigned duties. Broad River VFD also operates a state-of-the-art unmanned aircraft system drone program and places a strong emphasis on proactive service to the community, including helping residents prepare ahead of expected events when possible.

Starting salary for full-time positions is $58,000 to $62,000. Benefits include employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days, life insurance, critical illness insurance, supplemental accident sickness insurance, AFLAC, paid vacation and sick time, employer-paid NC FRSW Pension Fund after probation, and a 401(k) beginning at 7% employer contribution after one year.

Minimum requirements include being at least 21 years old, having a valid North Carolina driver’s license, Firefighter II and EMT-B certification, and ICS/NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800. Applicants must also have Driver Operator EVD or obtain it within one year, and Wildland S-130, S-190, and L-180 or obtain them within six months. A 90-day probationary period applies.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Applications may be obtained at the Broad River VFD Main Station or by scanning the QR code on the flyer. Applicants should include copies of certifications with their application. Resumes are welcome, but a completed application is also required. Applications may be returned in person or by email to brent.hayner@broadriverfire.org.

Questions may be directed to Chief Brent Hayner at 828-669-0488 or by email at brent.hayner@broadriverfire.org.

Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on July 30. Broad River Volunteer Fire & Rescue welcomes those interested in serving their community to stop by, learn more, and apply.