Lead Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazmat Technician).

Obsolete Site; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site in Georgia seeks a highly qualified Firefighter to support a DoD fire program, lead a firefighting apparatus and ambulance crew, and respond to emergencies on site and at local airfields. The role requires extensive certifications and fitness requirements.

You must meet stringent background and medical exams, with long hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, and willingness to travel up to 5% for duty. This is a mission-essential position with comprehensive federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Specialized federal firefighting experience in controlling or extinguishing fires and handling medical emergencies.
• Proficient in detecting hazards and operating fire communications equipment.
• Certifications listed under DoD/IFSAC/PRO-Board and EMT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of a major firefighting apparatus and ambulance crew.
• Respond on site to fires, accidents, medical emergencies, and hazmat incidents.
• Provide crash rescue response at local airfields as needed.
• Maintain readiness for 72 hours per week including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Lead firefighter

Emergency response

Hazardous materials awareness

Education

Firefighter I & II certification

Fire Instructor I

Fire Inspector I

Fire Officer I

Driver Operator Pumper

Hazardous Materials Technician

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic)

Tools

Fire communications equipment

Job description

Duties

• Support the fire-prevention program to reduce or eliminate fire dangers for local employees working within the Command.
• Respond on site to accidents and other emergencies involving injuries and illnesses.
• Respond to incidents involving hazardous materials.
• Serve as the Lead Firefighter directing the operation of one major piece of firefighting apparatus and an ambulance crew.
• Respond to local airfield for crash rescue emergencies.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear the prescribed uniform and/or personal protective equipment while on duty.
• This position requires the Incumbent to work 72 hours per week (144 hours Bi-Weekly) requiring working nights, weekends, and holidays.
• This position requires successful completion of an annual Job Performance Test.
• The incumbent will be assigned to the Technical Rescue Team and required to complete additional Rescue Technician I (DoD, IFSAC or Pro-board Certifications) within one year from date of employment as condition of employment.
• This position requires up to 5% of business travel.
• This position requires the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid state and government driver's license is required.
• Incumbent must participate in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met.
• This position is subject to recalls to duty in support of emergency operations; therefore, the incumbent must maintain a functioning telephone.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service which includes (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; (2) responding to medical emergencies; (3) detecting, reducing, or eliminating of potential fire hazards; (4) operating fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents.

You MUST submit a copy. In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must also possess: Firefighter I & II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, Fire Officer I, Driver Operator Pumper, and Hazardous Material Technician certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M and Emergency Medical Technician, EMT-Basic certification (or higher) from the state of GA or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Card indicating a future expiration date.

NOTE: Rather than submitting individual DoD certificates, you may opt to use the DoD Lookup System website (http://www.dodffcert.com/), and then save and upload your one/two-page individual report. (Rather than submitting your EMT Certification Card, you may print proof of current registration with NREMT from their website (https://www.nremt.org/nremt/about/checkEmtStatus.asp).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• This is a(n) Installation Career Program position aligned under the Safety and Occupational Health Career Management Directorate.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances May be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Recruitment and relocations incentives MAY be authorized.
• Student loan repayment MAY be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service MAY be authorized.
• Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate MAY be authorized.
• Proof of Age: As this is a primary/rigorous firefighter position, your application package MUST include a government issued document indicating your date of birth. Failure to submit this document will result in your application being marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive further consideration for this position.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.