About Us

The Goose Creek Rural Fire Department is a combination paid/volunteer fire department in Berkeley County, SC. 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 residences, 5 shopping centers, 5 schools, 13 apartment complexes, 9 industrial facilities, and a population of over 18,000. We staff a fleet of 2 Engines, 1 Squad/Rescue, 1 Tower Ladder, 2 Staff Vehicles, and 3 Chief Officer vehicles housed in 2 stations. Our Headquarters Station is located at 907 Red Bank Rd and our Mount Holly Station located at 156 Old Mount Holly Rd.

Job Position Description

The position of Volunteer Vehicle Maintenance Support is an entry level position for those wanting to provide vehicle maintenance support to a fire department. The personnel would be responsible for routine maintenance of fire apparatus and staff vehicles. The maintenance and inspections would be performed on a weekly basis.

Responsibilities

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 Assistant Chief 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 Outlook, Excel, Word and Windows 10

Benefits

Paid Training and Certification Testing

South Carolina Tax Credit Incentive

Monetary Incentive Stipends