Firefighter

 

Summary of the Classification:

Responsible for protecting lives and property from fire. Perform rescue and firefighting operations including fires, accidents, floods, bomb incidents and spillages of dangerous substances. Controls and extinguishes fires. May drive vehicle to scene of fire following predetermined route, or selected alternate route when necessary.
 
 Principal Responsibilities:
 
NOTE: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.
 
¥      Perform rescue and firefighting operations including fires, accidents, floods, bomb incidents and spillages of dangerous substances
¥      Responds to fire alarms and performs search, rescue and fire suppression operations to combat fires
¥      Operates hand and power tools to ventilate structures; positions and climbs ladders; pulls hoses from truck bed and connects to hydrant and pump apparatus; operates water charged hose lines of various sizes to combat fires
¥      Performs salvage and overhaul operations to minimize damage.
¥      Provides emergency medical care within limits established by standard operating procedures and protocols
¥      Provides verbal, written and computer reports pertaining to condition and care ofpatients at emergency scenes and in transit
¥      Safely and efficiently operates emergency response vehicles
¥      Conducts pre-fire planning of commercial buildings, hospitals, schools and other buildings
¥      Performs maintenance on department equipment, grounds, furnishings or structures
¥      Participates in station drills, allied emergency procedures and actions refresher training
¥      Performs other related duties as required
 
Performs many of the following responsibilities:
 
  • Operates pumps, foam generators, boom and ground sweep nozzles, and other similar equipment
  • Drives vehicle to scene of fire following predetermined route or alternate route when necessary
  • Uses a variety of special protective gear in situations where poisonous gases, radioactive materials and hazardous biological products are involved
  • Minimize distress and suffering, including giving first aid before paramedic crew arrives
  • Performs daily preventive maintenance such as draining and flushing tanks, and otherwise, ensuring that all equipment is in usable condition
 
Education Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent required, Prefer Associates Degree.
The incumbent of this position must be certified by the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Fire Fighter Certification system or Pro-Board as FF I&II, Hazardous Material Ops, Driver Operator Pumper and ARFF.

Experience Required:

Typically, at least three (3) years experience in the fire fighting field with five (5) years preferred.
Candidates must have a valid driver?s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
  • Ability to make sound decisions quickly under stressful conditions.
  • Ability to lift and carry weights up to 90 pounds.
  • Ability to perform duties under hazardous conditions requiring considerable physical exertion.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally, non-verbally, and in writing.
  • Ability to work effectively with others.
  • Ability and willingness to perform housekeeping activities.
  • Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Ability and willingness to work outside in a subtropical climate under adverse weather conditions and high noise levels.
  • Ability to maintain combat firefighter readiness status.
  • Ability to use a computer and related software.  
 
Location:                     Afghanistan    
 
 
Security Clearance:  Not Required
 

 

Compensation

 $        87,859.20