FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN/BASIC LIFE SUPPO

Air Education and Training Command; Altus (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Education and Training Command in the United States seeks a Firefighter (Hazardous Materials Technician/Basic Life Support) to respond to hazardous material releases, perform hazard assessments, and provide Basic Life Support. Duties include operating firefighting vehicles, conducting crash-rescue and structural firefighting, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety compliance across diverse facilities.

The role requires Secret clearance and is open to Fed Transition.

Job description

FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN/BASIC LIFE SUPPO

• Hiring Agency: Air Education and Training Command

Key Responsibilities

Continued from Summary: Drives and operates firefighting vehicles of significant complexity to respond to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials (HAZMAT), for the purpose of stopping or controlling the release, and to conduct performance of noninvasive emergency medical procedures. Duties: Performs hazard and risk assessment and conducts a complete incident analysis. Performs Basic Life Support.

Initiates established medical protocols in providing basic life support. Drives and operates firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles. D Performs crash-rescue and firefighting duties involving air traffic or support operations where hazardous conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and potential for becoming destructive is great.

Performs structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities, which may include large multistoried buildings, industrial areas, and/or base storage facilities. Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air Education and Training Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $50460 – $65599/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.