Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting Specialist

Lehigh Northampton Airport Authority

Allentown (Lehigh County)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Lehigh Northampton Airport Authority seeks an ARFF firefighter to provide rapid response to aircraft incidents, structural fires, and EMS calls at Lehigh Valley International Airport. You will operate ARFF vehicles, control pumps, and perform rescue and salvage while maintaining equipment and facilities.

Required qualifications include NFPA Firefighter 1 & 2, HAZMAT Ops, and NIMS ICS certificates; EMT preferred with a 12-month deadline.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
NFPA Firefighter Certification 1 & 2 required.
ARFF Certification preferred.
Pennsylvania EMT Certification preferred, must obtain EMT within 12 months of hire.
Hazardous Materials Operations Level Certificate required.
NIMS ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-70, and ICS-800 Certificates required.
Minimum of 3 years of Interior Firefighting experience.
PC skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and other applicable programs.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Respond to aircraft, hazardous materials, structural and EMS incidents at the airport.
Drive and operate ARFF vehicles and appliances to rescue operations.
Perform firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations and maintain equipment.
Inspect fire apparatus and equipment; keep station and areas clean and safe.
Prepare reports and communicate professionally over radio, telephone, and email.
Work on assigned shift schedules and be prepared for 24-hour shifts.