Firefighter application period open for Columbia-Richland Fire Department

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – If you want to save lives as a firefighter, the Columbia-Richland Fire Department is looking for you!

Assistant Chief Christopher Kip says the base starting pay for a firefighter is $43,800.

Recruits who meet the necessary qualifications and are hired into our Direct Hire Program will be paid at that rate to start.

Non-certified hires must complete training before they will be eligible for the $43,800 annual earning. During training, they will receive pay at a rate of $34,900 annually.

Both applicants new to firefighting and ones with prior experience are encouraged to apply.

Click here to apply.