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
Firefighter
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 from the link at the top of this page.
Application, resumes and verification of training can be mailed, faxed, or emailed:
Mail or return to: Travelers Rest Fire Department: 155 Trailblazer Dr. Travelers Rest, SC 29690 Attn: Chief Robertson
Fax: 864-834-294 Email: [email protected]
Minimum Requirements: Must be 18 years of age and CPR and First Aid
Desirable Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age, CPR and First Aid, High School Diploma or equivalent. EVDT
Firefighter 1, CDL-B / Class E Firefighter 2.
All candidates must be able to pass a SLED background check, departmental physical, drug test and a physical agility test.
Communications Specialist – Police Dispatcher
The Travelers Rest Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Communications Specialist – Police Dispatcher. Applications can be obtained from the Travelers Rest Police Department or by clicking this link https://travelersrestsc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/TRPD-Dispatch-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
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent with specialized course work in general office practices
such as typing, filing, accounting or bookkeeping. Working knowledge of computers and electronic data
processing; working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures; some knowledge of accounting
principles and practices.
Must be 18 years of age. No felony convictions. Must possess state mandated certification in designated
areas within prescribed time period. Must pass a thorough background investigation. Must live within
25mile radius of City limits.
Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
ability to handle stressful situations.
Pay Info:
$16.22/hour to $19.37/hour based upon experience (Benefits package includes state retirement and
health, dental, vision, and life insurance options)
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.