Firefighter

POSITION SUMMARY

Part-time firefighter under the direction of the shift captain, firefighters/driver operators perform structural and ARFF firefighting related functions as well as other duties as assigned.at Holston Army Ammunition Plant located at Kingsport, TN.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all duties as set forth in the job description for Firefighter / Driver Operator.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency request for service.
• Perform required training and maintain required state and local certifications/licenses.
• Document information on prescribed forms and submit reports in accordance with company policy.
• Operate an emergency vehicle in accordance with state laws and company policy.
• Perform required vehicle, equipment and station inspections and maintenance, pre-fire planning, public education and other collateral duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate the attitude of a professional to include maintaining professional appearance and courteous, ethical behavior.
• Participate in professional education and fitness training
• Work as in integral team player interacting positively with other employees and contributing to regional and corporate goals.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 18 years of age
• US Citizen
• GED or High School Diploma
• Valid drivers’ license and driving history acceptable to the customer
• Ability to pass a background check acceptable to customer
• Ability to pass pre-employment Firefighter/DOT physical, Drug Screen, and Physical Ability Test (PAT)
• Ability to obtain driver qualifications on all apparatus within one (1) year of appointment
• IFSAC or NPQS Firefighter I/II or ability to obtain with six (6) months of appointment
• IFSAC or NPQS Haz Mat Operations or ability to obtain with six (6) months of appointment
• NREMT/LABEM EMR or the ability to obtain within twenty-four (24) months of appointment
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 or ability to obtain with six (6) months of appointment
• Current AHA CPR (Professional Rescuer Level)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work during inclement weather
• Subject to high noise levels
• Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
• May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy work: Exerting up to 200 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must have visual and audio acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment, machines such as fire equipment and apparatuses.
• May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather
• May be required to be fitted for and/or wear a respirator
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, often without breaks, and may be required to climb stairs or ladders and walk-up inclines and on uneven terrain.
• Must meet all physical and psychological standards as required by the contract

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