Job Summary:
At the operations level, under general supervision of a fire department Captain, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief and/or Installation Fire Chief, perform prevention, control, and extinguish all types of fires on the ground. Coordinate and perform related rescue, first aid, and property conservation. Includes fires or potential fires involving structures, wildland, aircraft, missiles and separate component weapons or other materials.
Perform operations and operator maintenance of all types of firefighting and related rescue vehicles, equipment systems and devices in support of overall base emergency contingency operations. A 48/96 hour shift type work schedule will be followed (2 days on shift / 4 days off shift). Overtime may be required depending on mission requirements. Position may require temporary relocation to serve at other Arizona Army National Guard fire stations.
Job Duties:
Fight Aircraft/Wildland fire & standbys using various firefighting equipment and chemicals as required for different situations.
Operate fire and crash rescue tools and equipment.
Control, extinguish and overhaul related fires.
Perform required standbys (emergency and routine).
Perform hazardous materials Awareness level duties involving hazardous spills or leaks.
Review and follow all department SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) and SOG (Standard Operating Guidelines).
Receive and participate in initial and continuing education in work-related crash, fire, and rescue subjects, to include career development courses, formal schools, and in-house training programs.
Conduct inspections and minor maintenance on firefighting vehicles and related equipment.
Provide emergency medical care to patients at the EMT-Basic level or at the Advanced Life Support level if Certified Paramedic.
Perform hose, vehicle relay, ground ladder and pump operations.
Evacuate/rescue personnel from structures.
Control, extinguish and overhaul aircraft, structural, natural cover, vehicle, and miscellaneous fires.
Participate in controlled burning of forested areas.
Monitor, receive and record information from non-emergencies or emergency communication systems.
Prepare computer generated reports, records and emails.
Use tools and equipment in support of rescue operations.
Perform confined space and hazardous materials incident duties in accordance with department policy.
Identify and report fire hazards found to the Fire Prevention Officer.
Assist in conducting building evacuation drills, fire extinguisher training, and fire prevention briefings.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of recognizing aircraft, structural firefighting, wildland and fire prevention methods and practices.
Equipment, chemicals, and techniques used in fighting fires.
Hazardous material incidents to the Operations level.
Firefighting techniques concerning jet fuel, munitions, gas, oil, solvents, cleaning chemicals, metals, etc.
Standard first aid methods and practices, including CPR.
Selective Preference(s):
Desired qualifications include any combination of experience, education, and training that meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities as described. The preferred candidate should have Fire Science associate degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid State of Arizona driver's license.
Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background investigation.
Must comply with a pre-placement and annual firefighter physical in accordance with NFPA standard.
Certificates/Qualifications required prior to employment: Firefighter I&II, HAZMAT Operations, Arizona or National Registry certification for EMT-B, First Responder First Aid.
Benefits:
The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Sick leave, Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year, Health and dental insurance, Retirement plan, Life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
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