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Summary
Salary : $51,800.00 - $85,064.00 Annually
Location : Mooresville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300491
Department: FIRE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Distinguishing Features of the Class
About the Town of Mooresville
As one of North Carolina's fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!
Why Join the Town of Mooresville
We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:- 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
- Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
- Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
- Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
- Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
- Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
- Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
- Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
- Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
- Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee's immediate family
- On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
- Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!
- Separation Allowance now available to eligible employees!
The Town of Mooresville is seeking motivated and dedicated Firefighters to perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services in support of Fire-Rescue operations. This position participates in 48-hour shift operations and is subject to call-back response. Firefighters respond to fire suppression, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and mutual aid calls while maintaining readiness through training, equipment maintenance, and station duties.
This role requires the ability to perform effectively under stressful emergency conditions, exercise sound judgment, and work safely in hazardous environments. Firefighters operate with a high level of independence while adhering to established standards, procedures, and safety requirements.
Duties and Responsibilites- Respond to fire, medical, hazardous materials, and rescue calls, including mutual aid responses.
- Assist in fire suppression activities such as rescue, entry, ventilation, salvage, and overhaul operations.
- Connect to hydrants, deploy hoses, and apply water or fire suppression agents.
- Search for and rescue occupants from structures and hazardous environments.
- Assist EMS personnel and provide emergency medical care within scope of certification.
- Perform routine maintenance and servicing of apparatus and equipment, including inspecting hoses, hydrants, and tools.
- Maintain cleanliness and functionality of fire stations, apparatus bays, and grounds.
- Participate in continuing education, training drills, and certification programs.
- Participate in fire prevention, public education, and community outreach activities, including tours and smoke detector installations.
- Complete incident reports and maintain accurate documentation in reporting systems.
- Drive and operate fire apparatus when assigned and properly position equipment at incident scenes.
- Serve in the absence of senior firefighters once trained and as assigned.
- Perform other duties as required.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to obtain the following certifications within one (1) year of hire:
- North Carolina Firefighter II
- North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher
- North Carolina Class B driver's license
- Emergency Vehicle Driving certification
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800
The Town of Mooresville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce.
Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, click the following link. -
Job Description
Salary : $51,800.00 - $85,064.00 Annually
Location : Mooresville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300491
Department: FIRE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Distinguishing Features of the Class
About the Town of Mooresville
As one of North Carolina's fastest-growing communities, the Town of Mooresville combines innovation, teamwork, and community pride to deliver exceptional public service. Mooresville is a thriving, connected community dedicated to providing outstanding services that foster inclusivity and vibrancy for all. Guided by our PAC-IQ values (People, Agility, Communication, Innovation, and Quality), we empower employees to collaborate, think ahead, and make a meaningful impact every day.
Work alongside a team committed to innovation and collaboration, creating positive change for the community!
Why Join the Town of Mooresville
We value our employees and invest in their success with a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits are among the most competitive in the region and include:- 5% Town contribution to your 401(k), no employee match required
- Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
- Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
- Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
- Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
- Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
- Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
- Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
- Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
- Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee's immediate family
- On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
- Additional perks include down payment assistance, pet insurance, gym reimbursement, and more!
- Separation Allowance now available to eligible employees!
The Town of Mooresville is seeking motivated and dedicated Firefighters to perform firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services in support of Fire-Rescue operations. This position participates in 48-hour shift operations and is subject to call-back response. Firefighters respond to fire suppression, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and mutual aid calls while maintaining readiness through training, equipment maintenance, and station duties.
This role requires the ability to perform effectively under stressful emergency conditions, exercise sound judgment, and work safely in hazardous environments. Firefighters operate with a high level of independence while adhering to established standards, procedures, and safety requirements.
Duties and Responsibilites- Respond to fire, medical, hazardous materials, and rescue calls, including mutual aid responses.
- Assist in fire suppression activities such as rescue, entry, ventilation, salvage, and overhaul operations.
- Connect to hydrants, deploy hoses, and apply water or fire suppression agents.
- Search for and rescue occupants from structures and hazardous environments.
- Assist EMS personnel and provide emergency medical care within scope of certification.
- Perform routine maintenance and servicing of apparatus and equipment, including inspecting hoses, hydrants, and tools.
- Maintain cleanliness and functionality of fire stations, apparatus bays, and grounds.
- Participate in continuing education, training drills, and certification programs.
- Participate in fire prevention, public education, and community outreach activities, including tours and smoke detector installations.
- Complete incident reports and maintain accurate documentation in reporting systems.
- Drive and operate fire apparatus when assigned and properly position equipment at incident scenes.
- Serve in the absence of senior firefighters once trained and as assigned.
- Perform other duties as required.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to obtain the following certifications within one (1) year of hire:
- North Carolina Firefighter II
- North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher
- North Carolina Class B driver's license
- Emergency Vehicle Driving certification
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800
The Town of Mooresville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce.
Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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