Airport Operations Agent / ARFF

Eagle County Government; Gypsum (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays (15)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Eagle County Government seeks a dedicated ARFF firefighter to join our airport operations. You will respond to emergencies, provide fire and rescue services, perform snow removal, inspections, as well as maintenance of airport facilities.

The role includes rotating shifts, with some holidays and weekends, and supporting safe airfield operations. Applicants must hold Firefighter I certification, Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations, and First Responder 1st aid certification or the ability to

Qualifications

• Certification as Firefighter I (IFSAC/ProBoard/State of Colorado).
• Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations certification.
• 40-hour First Responder 1st aid course or ability to obtain within 45 days.
• FAA ARFF and related training within required timelines.
• Completion of NIMS trainings (ICS-100, 200, 700, 800) within six months.
• Colorado Firefighter II and Airport Firefighter certifications within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Responds as part of a team to airport emergencies to provide fire and rescue services.
• Operates equipment and performs snow removal, inspections, and maintenance of airport facilities.
• Maintains safe airfield conditions and supports a variety of administrative, professional, and technical tasks for the airport.

Skills

Teamwork

Emergency response

Airport operations

Education

Firefighter I (IFSAC/ProBoard/State)

Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations

First Responder 1st aid (40-hour)

FAA ARFF training

NIMS ICS-100/ICS-200/ICS-700/ICS-800

Colorado Firefighter II

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.

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

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• Purpose! A modern, values-driven workplace with more than 550 employees embracing a welcoming culture, supportive leaders and an organization focused on our mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All.
• Learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes and Tuition reimbursement.
• Future-focused with our Strategic Plan on improving housing, climate change and more.
• As a certified healthy workplace, our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work. Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time, and daytime fitness classes/bike rides.
• Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employee only)
• Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
• 15 paid holidays
• Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave
• Eagle County University classes (internal training)

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