Airport Rescue Firefighter - High-Impact Role with Benefits

Blue Grass Airport; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(a) plan

Paid time off

Family medical leave

Health insurance

On-site gym

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Blue Grass Airport in Lexington, KY is hiring a full-time Airport Rescue Firefighter. The role focuses on rapid response to aircraft emergencies, extinguishing fires, rescuing passengers, and providing emergency medical care while adhering to FAA and airport safety standards.

Required are Kentucky Firefighter Basic II, Emergency Medical Responder, CPAT, and a High School Diploma, with training to be completed within 9 months of hire; background checks and drug screenings are conducted.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Commonwealth of Kentucky Professional Firefighter Basic II.
• Must be certified as a Commonwealth of Kentucky Emergency Medical Responder.
• Must complete certification to 14 CFR Part 139, Aircraft Rescue Firefighter within 9 months of hire.
• Must be proficient in the operation of all ARFF apparatus and equipment within 9 months of hire.
• Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT)
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent background with no felony convictions or history of criminal or improper conduct.
• Must maintain a valid Commonwealth of Kentucky Driver’s license
• Pass random drug screenings
• Pass a background investigation (criminal and prior employment)
• Position is subject to required initial and yearly recurrent training in one or more of the following areas: Airport Security, Airport Familiarization, Movement and Non-Movement Area Driver’s training, as well as periodic mandatory briefings and/or instruction.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly respond to aircraft emergencies at the airport, including crashes, fires, and hazardous material spills.
• Extinguish fires, rescue passengers, and provide emergency medical assistance.
• Adhere to safety regulations and operate aircraft firefighting equipment.
• Protect lives and property on the airfield and surrounding facilities.
• Represent the airport professionally in interactions with the public, stakeholders, and coworkers.

Skills

CPAT

Firefighter Basic II

Emergency Medical Responder

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Blue Grass Airport in Lexington, KY is hiring a full-time Airport Rescue Firefighter. The role focuses on rapid response to aircraft emergencies, extinguishing fires, rescuing passengers, and providing emergency medical care while adhering to FAA and airport safety standards.

Required are Kentucky Firefighter Basic II, Emergency Medical Responder, CPAT, and a High School Diploma, with training to be completed within 9 months of hire; background checks and drug screenings are conducted.