Probationary Firefighter

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Join the MT Air National Guard (MANG) Fire Department

This is a civilian position. Work involves performing:

• Firefighting and rescue operations.
• Operating the dispatch center.
• Performing fire prevention and safety activities.
• Assists the Department in providing life safety and stabilization for all actual and potential incidents on the MTANG / Great Falls International Airport and in providing sound fire prevention through education, inspection and surveillance.
• Operate all assigned ARFF structural apparatuses and equipment.

Must have achieved certification through IFSAC or Pro-Board as Fire Fighter I II, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations, Airport FF and EMT-Basic; State of MT and National certification within 12 months of hire. Must meet the current physical and mental requirements in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. Must possess or be able to attain a valid MT drivers license and be able to acquire and maintain a security clearance. Must have demonstrated ability to work and engage in diverse working relationships within and outside of the Department.

To apply: Complete an on-line application and attach your resume, a copy of your certifications, and answers to the following Supplemental Questions:

1. What skills or knowledge do you possess that would benefit this Department?
2. Do you now, or have you ever held a security clearance?

You must submit your state application, resume, a copy of your certifications, and answers to Supplemental Questions on-line through the CAREERS recruiting system in order to be considered in the application review process. Be sure to mark your attachments as relevant.

Qualifications

Knowledge: Must have basic knowledge of firefighting principles, suppression methods and agents, aircraft systems, firefighting apparatus and equipment and safety considerations due to associated personnel hazards.

Education & Certification requirements: Completion of high school or equivalent, Firefighter I & II, Airport Firefighter, EMT, CPR and Hazardous Materials Operations Certifications, within twelve (12) months of hire.

Experience: Must be skilled in the operation and maintenance of assigned apparatus, equipment, vehicles and related systems operated by the Department.

• Must meet and maintain NFPA Standard 1582 Medical Requirements for the firefighter and have no record of pyrophobia, acrophobia, or claustrophobia for entry, award and/or retention of this position.
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly is mandatory for entry, award, and/or retention of this position.
• Eligibility for a Secret Security Clearance according to AFI 31-501 is mandatory for award and retention of this position.
• Must possess a current restricted area badge (AF Form 1199C) at all times.
• Qualification to operate government vehicles is mandatory for retention of this position.
• Must possess a valid MT Drivers license at all times and have a good driving record.
• Visual acuity correctable to at least 20/20 in one eye, 20/30 in the other eye and not more than 20/200 in each eye.
• Normal color vision as defined in NFPA 1582 is mandatory for entry into this position.
• Pass applicable written and practical tests.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must have demonstrated the ability to work with, and engage in, diverse working environments within and outside of the Department of Military Affairs

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