Job Opportunities
The City of Travelers Rest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The city does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Click here to download a JOB APPLICATION
Fire Fighter
The Travelers Rest Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Firefighter. Applications can be picked up at the fire station (155 Trailblazer Dr.) or downloaded HERE.
Application, resumes, and verification of training can be mailed or emailed to:
Travelers Rest Fire Department
155 Trailblazer Dr.
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
Attn: Chief McMakin
Email: mcmakin@travelersrestsc.com
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Firefighter 1 Certification
Desirable Qualifications:
- Firefighter II Certification
- CDL-B / Class E
- EVDT
- CPR/First Aid Certification
All candidates must be able to pass a SLED Background Check, Departmental Physical, Drug Test, Physical Agility Test, and provide a 10-year driving history. The application process will be open until filled.
Police Officer
The Travelers Rest Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Applications can be obtained from the Travelers Rest Police Department or by clicking this link https://travelersrestsc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/TRPD-Officer-Application.pdf
Applications can be mailed, emailed, or dropped off in person to:
Benjamin Ford
Chief of Police
125 Trailblazer Drive
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
ford@trpolice.com
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment; must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid South Carolina driver’s license without record of suspension or revocation; U.S. citizen; must be able to read and write the English language and have a High school diploma or equivalent. Applicant must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits. No felony convictions and no criminal history with disqualifying convictions.
Knowledge of or the ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations; ability to perform work requiring good physical condition; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors; ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to meet the special requirements listed below; ability to learn the City’s geography. Must live within 25 mile radius of the city limits.
A successful graduate of the SC Criminal Justice Academy Basic Training or successful completion of State Basic Training Academy or Equivalency Test within one (1) year after employment.
Pay Info:
$20.35/hour to $24.97/hour based upon experience (Benefits package includes state retirement and health, dental, vision, and life insurance options) *$3,500 HIRING BONUS for CERTIFIED OFFICERS and $2,000 HIRING BONUS for UNCERTIFIED CANDIDATES
The City of Travelers Rest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The city does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.