Firefighter - Part Time

VIRginia International; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

VIR EMS at the VIR racetrack seeks a responsive emergency responder to protect lives and property during events. You will support rapid incident response, vehicle extraction, spill control, and barrier maintenance as needed.

The role requires Firefighter 1 certification, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Applicants must be 18 or older and able to work in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• Firefighter 1 certification is required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and carry for short distances.
• Must have a valid driver license and be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the assigned rescue unit is checked and ready for service.
• Respond to all incidents on and off the track as directed.
• Extinguish vehicle/grass fires as needed
• Assist the driver in getting out of the vehicle
• Perform flat tows either with the rope or the strap
• Inspect the vehicles to be tow points.
• Assist wrecker/rollback with loading and unloading as needed.
• Assist maintenance department with repairs to barriers as directed.
• Apply Oil Dry as needed for spills on the race surface or the access roads on VIR property.
• If posted on Pit Road, ensure you have a fire bottle, and it has a full charge.
• Keep the rescue units clean at all times

Skills

Firefighter 1 certification

Lift 50 lbs

Valid driver's license

Job description

Department: VIR EMS

Reports To VIR EMS Director

Purpose: The purpose of this position is to protect life and property by responding swiftly to fires, vehicle extrications, fuel spills, and other emergencies during racetrack events

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure the assigned rescue unit is checked and ready for service.
• Respond to all incidents on and off the track as directed.
• Extinguish vehicle/grass fires as needed
• Assist the driver in getting out of the vehicle
• Perform flat tows either with the rope or the strap
• Inspect the vehicles to be towed for tow points.
• Assist wrecker/rollback with loading and unloading as needed.
• Assist maintenance department with repairs to barriers as directed.
• Apply Oil Dry as needed for spills on the race surface or the access roads on VIR property.
• If posted on Pit Road, ensure you have a fire bottle, and it has a full charge.
• Keep the rescue units clean at all times

Requirements

• Wear provided personal protection equipment
• Working in a high-pressure environment
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and carry for small distances.
• Firefighter 1 certification
• Must have a valid driver license
• Background check required
• Drug test may be requested
• Must be 18 years of age or older

The items listed above are the priority, but do not exclude you from being a VIR World ambassador at all times and offering assistance to all VIR programs/employees when they are in need.