Airport Fire Recruit & EMT Trainee

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport Board; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is seeking a trainee Fire Service candidate to learn through classroom and in-service activities, gaining basics in fire fighting and emergency medical services. Under supervision, you will progress through training and assessments to join the department.

You will pursue EMT certification and participate in environmental observations while adhering to safety regulations and reporting violations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class C driver's license or equivalent.
• Possession of required fire service/EMT certifications or military service options.

Responsibilities

• Attend recruit training courses with classroom and field instruction in basic fire procedures.
• Participate in lectures and practicals on fire rules, ladder techniques, lines, extinguishing fires and respirator use.
• Pursue academy training for EMT certification.
• Support Environmental Affairs with field observations and report environmental concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Fire Chief.

Skills

Follow instructions quickly

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma

Texas structural firefighter certification

EMT certification (NREMT) or TDSHS Paramedic

Active-Duty military service

Job description

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is seeking a trainee Fire Service candidate to learn through classroom and in-service activities, gaining basics in fire fighting and emergency medical services. Under supervision, you will progress through training and assessments to join the department.

You will pursue EMT certification and participate in environmental observations while adhering to safety regulations and reporting violations.