Lead Firefighter (basic Life Support/Hazardous Materials Tec

Air Education and Training Command; Altus (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Education and Training Command in the United States is seeking a Lead Firefighter to oversee a major firefighting apparatus and a crew of three or more, performing airfield and structural firefighting and rescue operations.

This role requires specialized experience in vehicle operation, hydraulics, EMS, HAZMAT, and hazard mitigation, with leadership to coordinate actions under pressure. The incumbent will maintain safety standards and support training and readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience operating fire vehicles and leading crews in airfield and structural firefighting.
• Knowledge of hydraulics related to water flow and pressure.
• Training in emergency first aid and safety standards.
• Experience with detecting and mitigating fire hazards.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a crew under emergency conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead firefighting operations for major equipment and a crew of three or more.
• Perform rescue operations and fire hazard reduction.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Fire vehicle operation

Hydraulics fundamentals

Emergency medical response

HAZMAT awareness

Crew leadership

Fire communications equipment

Tools

Fire extinguishing equipment

Fire communications equipment operation

Aircraft fire suppression gear

Job description

Position Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Lead Firefighter responsible for a major piece of firefighting equipment and its regularly assigned crew of three or more firefighters engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and rescue operations and the reduction and/or elimination of potential fire hazards.

Conditions of Employment

Continued: This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available. This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. Incumbent will be required to obtain licensing on current and any newly assigned mission directed vehicles or equipment. Incumbent will maintain current automated data system login for the purpose of conducting applicable fire department administrative business processes.

Qualification Requirements

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, to include Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR), Fire Protection and Prevention Series, GS-0081-08.

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes:

• (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade;
• (2) rescue operations;
• (3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards;
• (4) operation of fire communications equipment;
• (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or;
• (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.

Federal Time-In-Grade (TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions

Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification.
• Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems.
• Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate), and operating communications equipment.
• Ability to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; and lift and carry heavy loads.
• Ability to provide leadership and integrate the actions of a crew under emergency conditions.

Part-Time or Unpaid Experience

Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Volunteer Work Experience

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Additional Firefighter Information

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