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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

LEAD FIREFIGHTER (BASIC LIFE SUPPORT/HAZMAT TECH)

Holloman AFB, New Mexico, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$55K/yr - $72K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Lead Firefighter at Holloman AFB. The primary purpose of this position is to lead a crew in airfield and structural firefighting and rescue operations while ensuring the reduction of potential fire hazards.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leads a crew of three or more firefighters, including at least one firefighter (GS-07 or military equivalent)assigned to man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper, aerial ladder truck, or Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle in firefighting and rescue operations

Directs firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment

Directs assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex(e.g., bombers, cargo, and passenger) aircraft; the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; and the performance of hazardous material (HAZMAT) containment and control and/or Basic Life Support duties

Leads assigned crew and performs emergency rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility

Assigns crew members to perform maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities and complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment

Qualification

HAZMAT OperationsBasic Life SupportFire Officer I CertificationFire Instructor I CertificationFire Inspector I CertificationEmergency Medical Technician-BasicApparatus Driver OperatorFire Communications EquipmentLeadershipCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

U.S. Citizenship Required

Males must be registered for Selective Service

Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program

Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management

The employee is required to work a 72 hour week on a 24 hour on, 24 hour off basis which includes weekends and holidays

This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program

Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing

This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program

The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required

Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth

Will be required to maintain current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (NREMT-B) certification

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF)

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems

Certification requirements for this position are: Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT Operations, Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter 1, II), Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator-Pumper

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, of the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures

Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification

Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems

Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate), and operating communications equipment

Ability to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing: and lift and carry heavy loads. Ability to provide leadership and integrate the actions of a crew under emergency conditions