Title:  Airport Firefighter

Overview

This state position is federally funded and located at the Vermont Air National Guard base in South Burlington. Airport Firefighters currently work a 24-hour shift providing fire and emergency services on the airfield and the surrounding communities. Some of these services include emergency response to military/civilian aircraft, Structural Firefighting, Technical Rescues and Emergency Medical Services.

 

Incumbents must be certified to Department of Defense (DoD) or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certified or Pro Board at the following levels: Fire Fighter II, Hazardous Materials Operations. Incumbents will have 6 months to obtain Airport Fire Fighter, Driver Operator (DO) ARFF, DO Pumper, DO Mobile Water Supply. Preferential consideration will be given to applicants who currently possess these certifications. See Job Specification Details for additional requirements.

Who May Apply

This position, Airport Firefighter (Job Requisition #54848), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Captain Shane Smith at shane.smith.48@us.af.mil.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Firefighting is potentially dangerous and physically demanding work. Emergency response can be highly stressful. Duties are performed on base and within the mutual-aid area during the course of a 24-hour shift. Exposure to extremely hazardous conditions is a job requirement.

The work requires using a respirator, carrying equipment weighing fifty or more pounds, and possessing physical strength sufficient to carry victims during rescue operations. An incumbent must be physically fit and able to perform under highly stressful conditions. An incumbent must work on the flight line, near military aircraft under armed guard, and therefore must obtain a security line badge and favorable level security clearance. An incumbent will submit to an annual physical examination conducted in accordance with NFPA Standard 1582 as determined by the Occupational Health Doctor. The incumbent can be required at any time to submit to and cooperate with a physical examination as determined by the Occupational Health Doctor to verify his or her physical fitness for the job. An incumbent must possess a valid driver's license. Incumbents will be required to attend schools relating to fire protection.

Mission critical assignments may require work outside of normal work hours absent prior notification. An incumbent will be required to participate in a physical fitness program as determined by the Occupational Health Doctor and NFPA, USAF, OSHA, and VOSHA requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent AND two (2) years or more as a fire fighter with an organized fire department OR completion of Department of Defense Fire Protection Apprentice Course X3ABR3E731 (provide copy of Apprentice Course certificate).

 

AND

 

Current State of Vermont emergency medical services license of at least Emergency Medical Responder OR National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification of at least Emergency Medical Responder OR Department of Defense certification of at least Emergency Medical Responder.

 

AND

 

Certified to Department of Defense (DoD) OR International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) OR Pro Board at the following levels: Fire Fighter II, Hazardous Materials Operations. (provide copies of certificates)

 

You must possess a current, valid driver's license.

 

Note: An incumbent must obtain a government vehicle operator's permit within four (4) months of employment.

 

Note: Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment physical examination in accordance with NFPA Standard 1582. Incumbent must apply for and obtain a favorable clearance upon selection and must maintain eligibility for the clearance for the duration of employment. Within six (6) months of employment incumbents must receive and maintain a security area line badge.

 

Note: An incumbent must be certified to Department of Defense (DoD) OR International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) OR Pro Board at the following levels: Airport Fire Fighter, Driver/Operator - ARFF, Driver/Operator - Pumper, and Driver/Operator - Mobile Water Supply. (provide copies of certificates). PREFERENCIAL CONSIDERATION given to applicants currently certified to these levels. Incumbents will have six (6) months to obtain necessary certifications.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.