USAJOBS · 2 months ago
LEAD FIREFIGHTER (HAZMAT TECH/BLS)
Eielson AFB, Alaska, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$63K/yr - $81K/yr
1+ years expThe Department of the Air Force is seeking a Lead Firefighter at Eielson AFB, responsible for overseeing a crew of firefighters engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and rescue operations. The role includes directing firefighting operations, performing emergency rescues, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.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; Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship Required
Males must be registered for Selective Service
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
Must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to discern colors, contrast, and depth
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 I, II), Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator-Pumper
Required within 12 months after start date: Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply (MWS) and National Registry Emergency Medical Technical- Basic (EMT-B) certification
Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity
Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques
Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy
Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate)
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
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