Airport Operations Agent / ARFF

Eagle County Government; Eagle (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle County Government seeks a dedicated ARFF firefighter to support airport operations and emergency response. The role includes aircraft rescue, snow removal, and routine maintenance, with a two‑shift pattern of two consecutive 17‑hour days followed by four days off.

Candidates must obtain required Colorado certifications and pass background checks. Shifts include some holidays and weekends, with emphasis on safety and coordination within a specialized airport team.

Qualifications

• IFSAC/ProBoard or Colorado certifications required or preferred.
• 40-hour First Responder 1st aid course completion or ability to obtain within 45 days.
• Completion of FAA ARFF training within 30 days and FAA Part 139 Live Fire certification within 45 days.
• ICS-100/200/700/800 NIMS training within six months.
• Colorado IFR/Driver’s license and clean MVR with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Performs Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) duties and airport operations.
• Conducts snow removal, inspections, and maintenance of airport facilities.
• Responds as part of a team to airport emergencies to provide fire and rescue services.
• Supports safe airfield conditions and performs administrative, professional, and technical tasks.

Education

ASOS Basic Certification within 1 year

ASOS Advanced Certification within 2 years

ACE OPS within 3 years

FAA ARFF Training within 30 days

FAA Part 139 Live Fire Certification within 45 days

NIMS ICS-100

NIMS ICS-200

NIMS ICS-700

NIMS ICS-800

Colorado Driver’s License (or obtain within 60 days)

40-hour First Responder 1st aid course

Job description

Hiring Range: $32.72-$39.27. The maximum pay for this position is $45.82.

Performs Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), airport operations, and maintenance duties. Responds as part of a team to airport emergencies to provide fire and rescue services. Performs snow removal, inspections, and maintenance, and operates equipment necessary to maintain airport property and facilities. Works rotational shifts that will include some holidays and weekends. Ensures safe airfield conditions and performs a variety of administrative, professional, and technical tasks in support of the airport.

Schedule: Staff will work two consecutive 17-hour shifts (typically 0530-2230) followed by four shifts off duty. This will be explained further during the interview.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification, or Registration:

Work Experience and Certifications:

• IFSAC, ProBoard, or State of Colorado Firefighter I
• IFSAC, ProBoard, or State of Colorado Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations
• 40-hour First Responder 1st aid course or the ability to obtain certification within 45 days of employment.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration:

• Completion of Basic ASOS Certification within 1 year of employment
• Completion of Advanced ASOS within 2 years of employment
• Completion of ACE OPS within 3 years of completion
• Must successfully pass a 10-year background criminal history records check in accordance with TSR, Part 1542, and maintain eligibility for FAA and TSA-mandated security clearance requirements.
• Possess a valid State of Colorado Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days, with a satisfactory motor vehicle record without restrictions
• Must complete a 40-hour First Responder 1st aid course within 45 days of employment.
• Completion of FAA ARFF training within 30 days of employment
• Completion of FAA, Part 139 Certification Live Fire burn within 45 days of employment
• Completion of NIMS Training (must be completed within six months of employment):
  
  • ICS-100
  • ICS-200
  • ICS-700
  • ICS-800
• Completion of Colorado Firefighter II within two years of employment
  Completion of Colorado - IFSAC - Airport Firefighter within three years of employment

Preferred Licensure, Certification, or Registration

• Complete NREMT coursework and obtain a State of Colorado EMT license within 1 year of employment.
• Obtain a Colorado Class B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsement within twelve months of employment
• Completion of NIMS IC-300 within two years of employment
• Completion of NIMS IC-400 within four years of employment