Firefighter

POSITION SUMMARY

Seeking Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) for Chennault International Airport and its surrounding areas. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to any ARFF, EMS, or Hazmat incident on or near the airport.
• Conduct Runway / safety checks of the airfield at random intervals
• Conduct extinguisher checks
• Check and maintain all emergency vehicles and all rescue tools
• Test and inspect fire hose and hydrants
• Maintain the cleanliness of the fire station and its grounds
• Conduct standbys for tenants and charters
• Conduct fuel farm and fuel hauler inspections
• Conduct Tower and other building inspections
• Conduct wildlife dispersal on the airfield
• Inspect and maintain SCBAs
• Respond to protective alarm signals or other unusual/suspicious activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Be 21 years of age or older
• Be a United States Citizen or a legal alien
• Have telephone and transportation as to be available for emergency situations
• Possess a valid driver’s license meeting the incurable requirement of the customer
• Understand both verbal and written English with the ability to effectively communicate with people
• No prior felony convictions
• Complete pre-employment DOT physical and drug screen
• Complete SCBA fit testing
• Background investigation
• High School education or GED equivalent
• Hazardous Materials Operations
• Firefighter I
• Firefighter II
• ARFF
• Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience at an airport working on the flight line or Firefighter or EMS or heavy equipment operator experience or any combination thereof
• Candidates with Hazmat, Firefighter, ARFF, or EMS certifications will be considered before all others
• Strong teamwork and communication skills. Must be flexible/adaptable to constantly changing environment
• Basic level keyboard and computer skills
• Ability to follow a chain of command
• Ability to use sound judgment in stressful situations and capable of staying alert during period of inactivity

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
•  No travel required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to lift and carry heavy weight.
• Must be able to perform all tasks of a Firefighter/EMS professional.
• Must be able to perform tasks while wearing an SCBA and full firefighting PPE.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday.