Fire Training Support Tech (Bridgewater)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Bridgewater (MA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire Services, is seeking an Administrative Services staff member to support firefighter training programs at the Bridgewater campus and off-site sites across the Commonwealth.

Hired candidates perform heavy manual tasks, operate training equipment, and assist instructors. The role requires a valid MA driver’s license and the ability to work varied shifts, including weekends, with occasional travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years’ firefighter/maintenance/technical trade experience.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for firefighter training programs at DFS Bridgewater campus and off-site locations.
• Operate fire equipment and props, assist instructors, build and ignite fires as needed.
• Assist in loading/unloading equipment and setting up training props and vehicles.
• Move equipment to locations using powered/hand tools
• Clean/repair equipment and put training props into service for use by programs.
• Assist in snow removal and storm mitigation activities to ensure operations.
• May drive a fire truck or other vehicle over 26,000 GVW at multiple campuses.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid MA Driver’s License

CDL (Preferred)

Hoisting License 2A/2B

Fork Truck Operator’s License

Job description

Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire Services, is seeking an Administrative Services staff member to support firefighter training programs at the Bridgewater campus and off-site sites across the Commonwealth.

Hired candidates perform heavy manual tasks, operate training equipment, and assist instructors. The role requires a valid MA driver’s license and the ability to work varied shifts, including weekends, with occasional travel between sites.