Airport Rescue Firefighter & EMT Engineer

Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation Leave

Paid Sick Leave

11 Paid Holidays

Flexible Holiday Options

On-site Fitness Classes & Employee Gym

Job summary

Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority (RDU) in North Carolina seeks a dedicated firefighter to join our aviation fire rescue team at RDU. You will protect passengers, staff and facilities, responding to aircraft, vehicle and medical incidents with professionalism and teamwork.

Qualified candidates bring 2 years of firefighting experience, 1 year operating fire apparatus/pumps, a valid NC Class B license, EMS credentials, and a strong commitment to safety and service.

Qualifications

• 2 years of volunteer or career firefighting experience.
• 1 year of driving and operating fire apparatus and pumps.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid NC Class B Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• NC Firefighter or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalent.
• NC EMT or National Registry ( reciprocity within 6 months).
• NC Hazardous Materials Level I or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalent.
• NC Driver Operator - Pumps or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalent.
• NC Emergency Vehicle Driver.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800.

Responsibilities

• Operates fire engines to respond to fires, crashes, and rescue calls.
• Responds to medical emergency needs of passengers and terminal visitors until advance medical care arrives.
• Maintains awareness of security concerns on the airfield and reports concerns to Communications.
• Checks airfield and reports debris, malfunctioning lights, and hazards.
• Completes and maintains proper recordkeeping of fire and medical call reports.
• Checks and services fire extinguishers and AEDs in airport buildings.
• Performs fit testing for air packs and N-95 mask; tests SCBA and ladders; services fire hydrants.
• Attends classes in firefighting, rescue, and emergency services techniques; trains with other departments for mutual aid.
• Cleans and maintains fire stations and adjacent grounds; maintains supplies and materials on fire and rescue vehicles.
• Performs related work as required.

Skills

Firefighting experience

Fire apparatus driving

Emergency medical basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NC Driver's License (Class B)

Job description

Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority (RDU) in North Carolina seeks a dedicated firefighter to join our aviation fire rescue team at RDU. You will protect passengers, staff and facilities, responding to aircraft, vehicle and medical incidents with professionalism and teamwork.

Qualified candidates bring 2 years of firefighting experience, 1 year operating fire apparatus/pumps, a valid NC Class B license, EMS credentials, and a strong commitment to safety and service.