Airport Firefighter 1

This position is responsible for providing fire protection and emergency response services to personnel and resources at various Air National Guard Bases (ANGB) located within the State of New York.

• Fire suppression and emergency response for aerospace vehicles, to include in-flight and ground emergencies.
• Perform rescue operations, including aircraft egress, confined space, structural collapse, automobile and equipment extraction, etc.
• Respond to bomb threats, anti-hijacking, terrorist threats, etc.
• Respond to structural, motor vehicle, natural cover, wild fires and all other fires when required.
• Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Response.
• Mutual Aid/Reciprocal Agreement Response.
• Participate in installation exercises, training and assessments.
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) - Be trained in and provide emergency medical response to be determined by the Base Fire Chief in accordance with the MCA and related appendices, not to exceed level of training.
• Verification of building and extinguisher inspection and maintenance.
• Deal with victims in emergency situations that may be in various stages of fright, panic, injury and shock.
• Perform inspections and operator maintenance on all assigned vehicles and equipment in an effective and safe manner when required.
• May be required to report in the event of a major incident.
• Will be required to work 24-hour shifts. Schedules may require periodic changes or modifications in order to meet fire unit operational needs.
• Shifts will include weekends and holidays.
• Must provide information and maintain an acceptable means of contact such as a cellular telephone or maintain a telephone at place of residence.
• Monitor alarm equipment and initiate action necessary to obtain appropriate response.
• Perform facility and fire systems inspections, customer training, fire prevention practices, and extinguisher inspections and maintenance.
• Perform administrative duties in support of fire department operations to include use of computers and data entry.
• Must perform overtime as required.
• Must appropriately operate equipment, motor vehicles and trucks as assigned.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Maintain all required certification levels; failure to do so will subject the individual to disciplinary action or termination.
• Maintain physical fitness and agility standards in accordance with applicable regulations. Separate entry level and annual maintenance programs will be developed at State level, in coordination with the Fire Chief, and applicable standards and regulations.
• In accordance with NFPA standards, must report any changes in medical conditions to the fire department physician through the appropriate chain of command.
• Be aware of and understand all applicable regulations, job performance and training requirements in accordance with ANGFPA program, DMNA and the ANGB assigned.
• Maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Maintain required EMS certification.
• Wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) provided (50+ lbs).
• Maintain grooming standards in accordance with Air National Guard (ANG) requirements.
• Wear appropriate uniform in accordance with established guidelines; and present a clean and neat appearance.
• Safely drive and operate all vehicles assigned to the Fire Department.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (135+ lbs including PPE).
• Work comfortably at heights.
• Work in confined spaces in accordance with requirements.
• Work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.
• Get along with and interact well with different groups of people, including co-workers, management; both Federal and State personnel.
• Complete and attend all training as required.
• Maintain Fire Department facilities and its environs in a clean and orderly fashion, to include seasonal maintenance.
• Travel may be required.
• Prepare written material in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Good computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Will complete and attend training as required.
• Periodic overtime will be required.
• Periodic travel will be may be using various modes of transportation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.