FIREFIGHTER

Summit Solutions Group; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Solutions Group in Virginia is seeking a Firefighter to provide fire protection and emergency response in training environments. You will respond to incidents, conduct inspections, and maintain readiness for federal training missions.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience and must hold certifications including Firefighter I & II and Virginia EMT. This role demands prompt action and coordination in high-pressure situations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant emergency services or firefighting experience.
• Ability to maintain state‑mandated continuing education requirements.
• Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire incidents and rescue operations in training environments.
• Conduct daily readiness inspections of fire apparatus and emergency response tools.
• Complete accurate incident reports and operational records.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire suppression

Vehicle extrication

Hazardous materials awareness

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Firefighter I & II Certification

Virginia EMT certification

Current CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Emergency vehicles

Fire apparatus

Job description

Who We Are

Summit Solutions Group (SSG) provides mission‑critical support for federal training environments where safety, readiness, and operational excellence matter most. As the mission support arm of the Summit Point Training Facility, SSG delivers specialized services that help ensure complex government training operations run safely and effectively. SSG is proud to support the Training Operational Medicine FASTC Emergency Services Contract in Blackstone, VA, delivering trusted on‑site emergency medical and response services in support of critical federal training missions.

Position Contingency

This position is contingent upon final contract award and operational needs. Employment offers and start dates are subject to contract approval and may be modified or rescinded based on contract outcomes.

What You'll Do

As a Firefighter, you will provide fire protection, rescue response, emergency standby support, and operational readiness services in fast‑paced training and operational environments. This role supports the safety and readiness of federal training missions by responding to fire incidents, vehicle extrication/stabilization events, rescue operations, and emergency standby assignments in complex training settings.

• Respond to fire incidents, rescue operations, vehicle extrication/stabilization events, and emergency standby assignments in support of training and operational missions.
• Support emergency response efforts involving fire suppression, hazard mitigation, scene safety, and operational coordination.
• Conduct daily readiness inspections of fire apparatus, rescue equipment, emergency response tools, and associated supplies to ensure operational preparedness.
• Operate fire apparatus and emergency vehicles safely in emergency and non‑emergency situations across training environments and public roadways.
• Assist with emergency scene management and coordinate effectively with fire, EMS, and emergency response personnel during incidents and training activities.
• Support emergency evacuations, including assisting with scene safety, access control, and landing zone establishment when needed.
• Maintain readiness and proficiency in firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials awareness, and vehicle extrication operations.
• Complete accurate, timely incident reports, equipment documentation, and required operational records.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, coworkers, and over radio systems in high‑tempo environments.
• Maintain all required certifications, competencies, and ongoing training requirements for the role.

Requirements

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant emergency services or firefighting experience.
• Firefighter I & II Certification (DoD, IFSAC, and/or ProBoard).
• Virginia EMT certification or higher, valid and current.
• Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• Current Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification.
• Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Awareness and Operations certification.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Level 2 certification or equivalent approved course.
• Vehicle Extrication Operations certification/training.
• Ability to maintain state‑mandated continuing education requirements.
• Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Ability to obtain and maintain HSPD‑12 badge/access credentials for federal facility access.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

Preferred:

• Prior experience supporting fire protection or standby response operations within training environments, ranges, or specialized facilities.
• Previous experience supporting federal, government, military, law enforcement, or mission‑critical training environments.
• Experience working in high‑tempo, multi‑agency, or operational response environments.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding work in dynamic training and operational environments. Duties involve prolonged standing, walking, running, climbing, kneeling, bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling equipment, including heavy lifting with assistance when necessary.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may involve responding across varied terrain and environments, including training facilities, ranges, tactical areas, roadways, and emergency response scenes. Employees must be able to safely operate emergency vehicles and equipment and respond effectively in fast‑paced, high‑pressure situations, with or without reasonable accommodation.

This role may involve exposure to loud noises, smoke, hazardous materials, moving vehicles, firearms training environments, adverse weather conditions, and other operational hazards associated with emergency response and federal training activities.

Schedules may include rotating shifts, extended hours, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency response coverage based on operational needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Summit Point Raceway Associates, INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Summit Point Raceway Associates, INC.’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.