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 Volunteer Vehicle Maintenance Technician is an entry level position for those wanting to provide vehicle maintenance support to the fire department. The personnel would be responsible for weekly maintenance and inspection of fire apparatus and staff vehicles.

Responsibilities include:

Maintain and/or repair fire equipment

Check and maintain fluid levels

Inspect and adjust

Brakes

Tires

Lights

Batteries

Generators

Inspect and replace hydraulic systems

Diagnose and/or repair

Fuel systems

Cooling systems

Pumping systems

Assist with diagnostics and repair

Pick up and deliver equipment and vehicles to outside repair shops

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Two-year trade school or equivalent

Successful background check

Experience with diagnostic equipment/software

Experience with digital volt meter

South Carolina Class E Driver's License or CDL (Preferred)

Bonus Qualifications: ASE Medium-Heavy Truck Certificate (T2-T8)

Bonus Qualifications: EVT Certifications (F1)

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Benefits

Paid Training and Certification Testing

South Carolina Tax Credit Incentive

Monetary Incentive Stipends