403 Firefighting jobs in Ocean Springs,MS

A high school diploma or equivalent is required
A valid driver's license is required
Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course required
Or some equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to work from ladders and to carry a ladder and/or other tools to the worksite from vehicle
Working knowledge of electrical skills and techniques
Working knowledge of fabrication skills and techniques
Skill in reading technical documents, such as blueprints and diagrams
General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations
Ability to safely use construction equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures
Ability to climb heights and work at heights above ground safely
Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs
Skill in the practical applications of mathematics, in relation to construction and operations tasks
Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities
The physical demands for this position include heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds), extensive bending, pushing, reaching, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, driving, and climbing
The primary work environment for this position is outdoors, requiring the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and climb to heights up to 200 ft
Ability to speak and read English fluently
Basic computer skills including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel
Ability to comply with Lamar safety standards while performing work
Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment.
This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role.
Please answer honestly; this is not a test!
_Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position._
Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10