USAJOBS · 17 hours ago
Lead Firefighter
Kodiak, Alaska, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $91K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Lead Firefighter for the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard in Kodiak, Alaska. The role involves providing comprehensive fire protection services and emergency medical assistance, while also leading and mentoring subordinate staff.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You will serve as a Lead Firefighter and be responsible for providing aircraft crash fire protection, structural fire protection, vessel fire protection, hazardous materials response, weapons of mass destruction, confined space rescue, and emergency medical assistance services
Customer groups include Coast Guard commands and personnel, the City of Kodiak, Womens Bay Community, Bayside Community and other outlying island communities, in compliance with a mutual aid agreements, and the Kodiak Airport per the State Airport Agreement
The position performs leadership and technical duties
The incumbent works shifts and day work schedules to meet mission and staffing requirements and is subject to recall from an off-duty status
Performing/directing the performance of routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions on all fire department equipment and fire apparatus (following manufacturer's specifications)
Providing guidance and direction (mentoring) to subordinate staff (Firefighter-Driver/Operators, ILS or BLS) and/or new work force staff regarding station operations to meet the goals and objectives of the department
Maintaining organizational harmony and exercising personal discipline in support of management's goals and objectives
Leading company fire and safety inspections of Base Kodiak facilities and fire extinguishers, conducts and/or assists with the performance of basic fire investigations
Controlling and extinguishing fires in situations involving hazards that are difficult to recognize such as in storage facilities for large quantities of exotic or conventional fuels, explosives, chemicals, or other highly unstable materials
Assisting in determining compliance status of inspected sites for use in inspection and enforcement targeting, identifying potential violators, and innovative compliance settlements
Reviewing engineering drawings, blueprints, and building specifications to ensure that building maintenance and repair, modifications, renovations, and new construction projects incorporate fire-safety standards and criteria
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service
A one-year probationary period may be required
To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Non-Sensitive clearance
This is a Bargaining Unit position
Selectee must be able to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license
Selectee subject to successful completion of pre-employment medical exam
Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy
All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit
This position requires the selectee to pass a pre-employment drug test
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-8 grade level in the federal sector
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
Retirement plan
Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Personal leave days
Paid federal holidays
Flexible work schedules
Tuition reimbursement
Transportation subsidies
Uniform allowance
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities
Company
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