Airport Firefighter Trainee: 24-Hour Shifts + EMT Training

Maryland Department of Transportation; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MDOT Maryland Aviation Administration (MDOT MAA) is seeking an Airport Firefighter Trainee for the FRD at BWI Marshall Airport. This entry-level role will be supervised by senior fire personnel and requires working a 24-hour rotating shift outdoors in various weather conditions.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and may need to obtain an Airfield Operator's Permit and NFPA Airport Firefighter 1003 within one year. Pre-employment testing and physical fitness requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or GED.
• Experience: none.
• Must obtain Airfield Operator's Permit and NFPA 1003 certificate within one year of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Operate airport firefighting equipment and apparatus.
• Participate in training programs for fire suppression and EMS assistance.
• Assist in extinguishing fires and performing rescue operations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Airfield Operator's Permit

NFPA Airport Firefighter 1003 certificate

Job description

MDOT Maryland Aviation Administration (MDOT MAA) is seeking an Airport Firefighter Trainee for the FRD at BWI Marshall Airport. This entry-level role will be supervised by senior fire personnel and requires working a 24-hour rotating shift outdoors in various weather conditions.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and may need to obtain an Airfield Operator's Permit and NFPA Airport Firefighter 1003 within one year. Pre-employment testing and physical fitness requirements apply.