ALS Firefighter & Rescue Specialist — Aircraft Ops

Chenega Security International; Virginia; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Security International is seeking a Firefighter/ALS at Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. The role provides emergency response, firefighting, rescue, and Advanced Life Support services for personnel and operations.

Responsibilities include responding to a wide range of emergencies, delivering ALS care, and supporting incident management and safety initiatives. Candidates must hold applicable certifications and pass medical/physical screenings.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma or GED.
• DoD/IFSAC, Pro Board, or State Firefighter I certification.
• DoD/IFSAC, Pro Board, or State Firefighter II certification.
• ALS certification appropriate to state/local requirements.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• EVOC certification.
• FEMA IS-100/200/700/800.
• Must handle stressful/hazardous conditions.
• Must obtain/maintain Secret clearance.
• Background and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, rescue, medical, hazmat, aircraft-related, and other emergencies.
• Perform firefighting, rescue, medical care, and incident stabilization per policy.
• Deliver ALS care within certification and direction.
• Participate in search and rescue, victim recovery, extrication.
• Support emergency operations involving aircraft launches and hazardous environments.
• Assist with hazard recognition, risk assessment, and response planning.
• Operate firefighting equipment, hoses, ladders, and rescue tools.
• Perform vehicle/machinery extrication using hydraulic tools.
• Engage in technical rescues (confined spaces, rope, trench, structural collapse).
• Operate in hazardous environments with PPE and respiratory protection.
• Assist in hazmat response consistent with training.
• Complete reports, inventories, and checklists timely.
• Support fire prevention, safety programs, and operational planning.
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors and agencies.
• Operate department and govt vehicles as required.

Skills

Firefighting knowledge

ALS procedures

Emergency response

Teamwork

Communication

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

DoD/IFSAC Pro Board or State Firefighter I

DoD/IFSAC Pro Board or State Firefighter II

ALS certification

AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers

EVOC certification

FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800

Secret clearance

Tools

ARFF operations

Technical rescue equipment

Emergency reporting systems

Job description

Chenega Security International is seeking a Firefighter/ALS at Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. The role provides emergency response, firefighting, rescue, and Advanced Life Support services for personnel and operations.

Responsibilities include responding to a wide range of emergencies, delivering ALS care, and supporting incident management and safety initiatives. Candidates must hold applicable certifications and pass medical/physical screenings.