Firefighter (Basic Life Support / HazMat Ops & Tech) - Direct Hire Authority

US Washington Headquarters Services; Fairfield (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

US Washington Headquarters Services is seeking a Firefighter at the Raven Rock Mountain Complex (RRMC). The role involves joining a firefighting crew to protect life and property and to provide first response fire protection, including driving and operating firefighting apparatus.

Qualified candidates may join at GS-06 or GS-07 with certifications in Firefighter I & II, HazMat Awareness/Operations, HazMat Technician, and Driver/Operator-Pumper; CPR/AED and EMT certification required within

Qualifications

• Current Firefighter I and Firefighter II certifications.
• HazMat Awareness and HazMat Operations certifications are required.
• HazMat Technician certification is required at GS-07 level.
• CPR and AED certification is required at both GS-06 and GS-07 levels.

Responsibilities

• Respond to structural and technical fire/EMS incidents as part of a crew.
• Operate and drive firefighting apparatus and associated equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment to ensure readiness.

Skills

Firefighting

Driver/Operator

HazMat response

EMT

Job description

This position serves as a Firefighter with the Fire and Emergency Services located at the Raven Rock Mountain Complex (RRMC). The incumbent will serve as a fully trained member of a firefighting crew engaged in the protection of life and property to the installation serviced, and to provide first response fire protection. Incumbent independently performs firefighter duties and performs as a driver/operator of motorized firefighting equipment.

In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below.

You may qualify at the GS-06 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:

1. Assisting in structural firefighting, rescue, or emergency medical operations as part of an organized response team.

You may qualify at the GS-07 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:

1. Responding to emergency incidents, including hazardous materials (HAZMAT) situations or medical emergencies; and
2. Performing routine maintenance and inspections on firefighting apparatus, equipment, and/or facilities to ensure operational readiness.

In addition to the meeting the specialized experience notated above, the following requirements must be met (**Certifications must be included with application):

• GS-06 Level: The selectee must currently possess and maintain ProBoard, IFSAC, or DoD-recognized certifications in the following: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, Driver/Operator-Pumper

• GS-07 Level: The selectee must currently possess and maintain ProBoard, IFSAC, or DoD-recognized certifications in the following: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, HazMat Technician, Driver/Operator-Pumper

• GS-06 & GS-07 Level: This position requires you to currently possess and to maintain the following certifications: CPR and AED.

• GS-06 & GS-07 Level: Selectee must currently possess EMT certification and must obtain and maintain Pennsylvania EMT or Paramedic certification within (1) year of entry into the position.

In addition, selectee must obtain and maintain required certifications within (2) years of entry into the position. Failure to meet or maintain these requirements may result in removal from federal service.

• Required Firefighter Certifications: