Airfield Fire Crew Chief - Lead Rescue & HazMat Ops

Trinzic; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career development

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Fire Crew Chief to lead a crew operating a firefighting vehicle in airfield and structural firefighting, crash-rescue, and HAZMAT scenarios. You will protect personnel, property, and the environment as a first responder while maintaining strict safety and PPE standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, essential firefighting certifications, and at least five years of firefighting experience including airfield operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Have a current driver’s license.
• Must have DOD, Pro‑Board, or ISAC certifications (Firefighter I & II, Airport Firefighter, HAZMAT Awareness & Operations, etc.).
• Minimum of 5 years firefighting experience, with at least 2 years in aircraft crash, fire and rescue services.

Responsibilities

• Leads a crew of three or more firefighters on major firefighting equipment (pumper, ladder truck, ARFF).
• Directs firefighting crew in operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment.
• Performs crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields and large facilities, including HAZMAT containment.
• Leads assigned crew in emergency rescue and basic life support measures for victims.

Skills

Firefighting experience

Driver's license

CPR & EMR certifications

Health and safety awareness

Job description

KBR is seeking a Fire Crew Chief to lead a crew operating a firefighting vehicle in airfield and structural firefighting, crash-rescue, and HAZMAT scenarios. You will protect personnel, property, and the environment as a first responder while maintaining strict safety and PPE standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, essential firefighting certifications, and at least five years of firefighting experience including airfield operations.