Firefighter/EMT: Rapid Response, Rescue & EMS Expert

Chenega Security SBU; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Firefighter/EMT at Wallops Flight Facility provides emergency response, firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services to personnel, visitors, facilities, and mission-critical operations.

As a member of the emergency response team, you respond to fires, medical emergencies, aircraft incidents, hazardous materials events, and other emergencies requiring immediate action to protect life and property.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• DoD/IFSAC, Pro Board, or State Firefighter I.
• DoD/IFSAC, Pro Board, or State Firefighter II.
• Commonwealth of Virginia EMT certification.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC).
• FEMA NIMS IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800.
• Capable of working effectively in stressful environments.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, rescue, medical, hazardous materials, aircraft-related, and other emergency incidents.
• Perform firefighting, rescue, patient care, and incident stabilization activities.
• Assess emergencies and help implement response strategies.
• Provide EMT-level medical care and patient stabilization.
• Participate in search and rescue operations and patient transport support.
• Support operations involving launch facilities and specialized environments.
• Operate firefighting and rescue equipment safely in high-stress conditions.
• Complete reports and training documentation.

Skills

Firefighting

Emergency medical care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT certification

Job description

The Firefighter/EMT at Wallops Flight Facility provides emergency response, firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services to personnel, visitors, facilities, and mission-critical operations.

As a member of the emergency response team, you respond to fires, medical emergencies, aircraft incidents, hazardous materials events, and other emergencies requiring immediate action to protect life and property.